Low-Level Security Engineer: Kernel, Firmware & Secure Boot

Cerebras Systems; United States; On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job stability with startup vitality

Open source AI research opportunities

Job summary

Cerebras Systems is seeking a Hardware / Low Level Security Engineer to enhance the security of our groundbreaking AI platforms. This role involves hardening systems at the lowest levels, across the Linux kernel and firmware, requiring deep expertise and a strong cybersecurity background.

You'll work alongside various teams to embed security controls, conduct thorough security reviews, and develop kernel-level monitoring solutions. Join us to build an AI supercomputer beyond GPU limitations and be part of a diverse, inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Deep familiarity with the Linux kernel including syscall interface and namespaces.
• Strong proficiency in C and a modern systems language.
• Familiarity with hardware-level isolation primitives.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement security hardening across the Linux kernel.
• Partner with hardware teams to embed security controls.
• Conduct security reviews of kernel modules and low-level components.

Skills

Linux kernel expertise

C programming

Cybersecurity background

Firmware and UEFI experience

Strong written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering

Tools

eBPF

TPM

Job description

Cerebras Systems is seeking a Hardware / Low Level Security Engineer to enhance the security of our groundbreaking AI platforms. This role involves hardening systems at the lowest levels, across the Linux kernel and firmware, requiring deep expertise and a strong cybersecurity background.

You'll work alongside various teams to embed security controls, conduct thorough security reviews, and develop kernel-level monitoring solutions. Join us to build an AI supercomputer beyond GPU limitations and be part of a diverse, inclusive workplace.