Linux Security Lead

• Lead the design and implementation of security features in the Linux kernel and user space on Qualcomm SoCs.
• Develop and maintain secure boot, trusted execution environments (TEE), and kernel-level protections (e.g., SELinux, AppArmor).
• Integrate and manage secure key storage, cryptographic services, and access control mechanisms.
• Ensure platform compliance with security standards like PSA, FIPS, GDPR, and Android Enterprise.
• Collaborate with firmware, hardware security module (HSM), and virtualization teams to implement end-to-end secure solutions.
• Perform threat modeling, code reviews, and security audits across Linux components.
• Guide and mentor junior engineers on secure coding practices and system hardening techniques.
• Interface with external security researchers and lead incident response efforts when vulnerabilities are reported.
• Contribute to security upstream efforts and represent Qualcomm in relevant open-source communities.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in embedded Linux system development with a strong focus on security.
• Deep knowledge of Linux security mechanisms (SELinux, namespaces, cgroups, LSMs).
• Strong understanding of secure boot, measured boot, UEFI, TPM, and TEE (e.g., TrustZone).
• Experience with cryptographic libraries (OpenSSL, WolfSSL, etc.) and key management.
• Proficient in C/C++, Linux internals, and shell/Python scripting.
• Solid grasp of threat modeling, CVE management, and secure software development lifecycle (SSDLC).
• Strong debugging and root cause analysis skills

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