SoC Security Architect

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits plan

Flexible work environment

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. is seeking a Security Architect to enhance security technologies for client and gaming computing solutions. This role involves designing security architectures, conducting threat assessments, and leading cross-functional teams in secure system-on-chip (SOC) projects.

The ideal candidate will have expert knowledge of security technologies, extensive experience in hardware architecture, and strong communication abilities. A BS/MS in a relevant field is required. This position may allow for hybrid work options.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of security technologies including secure boot and trusted execution environment.
• Strong background in security analysis methodologies.
• Exceptional technical writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive security architecture for SOC products.
• Develop security specifications based on market analysis.
• Lead collaboration with hardware and software teams.

Skills

Security technologies (secure boot, attestation)

Deep expertise in hardware and SOC architecture

Threat modeling and vulnerability assessment

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical writing

Education

BS/MS in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science

Tools

Linux

Windows

Job description

What You Do at AMD Changes Everything

At AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next‑generation computing experiences—from AI and data centers to PCs, gaming and embedded systems. Grounded in a culture of innovation and collaboration, we believe real progress comes from bold ideas, human ingenuity and a shared passion to create something extraordinary. When you join AMD, you’ll discover the real differentiator is our culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world’s most important challenges, striving for execution excellence while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. Join us as we shape the future of AI and beyond.

The Role

The AMD Compute and Graphics (CG) Business Unit is looking for an exceptional Security Architect to work on leading‑edge security technologies to enhance AMD’s leadership in client and gaming computing solutions. You will work with industry‑level security experts in the design and development of comprehensive system security architectures, to meet the emerging needs of modern computing platforms.

A successful candidate is an experienced systems architect who excels in security architecture design and implementation, with a focus on building secure system‑on‑chip (SOC) solutions for our client and gaming products. You will be involved in all phases of security architecture development including system design, specification writing, threat modeling and vulnerability assessment, with particular emphasis on defining next‑generation security technologies and writing technical specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and drive comprehensive security architecture for AMD’s system‑on‑chip (SOC) products across the entire technology stack
• Develop security specifications and requirements based on market analysis, customer input, and industry trends
• Lead cross‑functional collaboration with hardware, software, firmware, and product management teams to implement security architecture
• Design secure boot, attestation, and confidential computing architectures for client and gaming products
• Conduct threat modeling and vulnerability assessments for complex system architectures
• Drive security architecture decisions across multiple technology, IP and software teams while mentoring engineering teams
• Engage with industry standards organizations (TCG, OCP, etc.) to influence and adopt security standards

Preferred Experience

• Expert knowledge of security technologies including secure boot, attestation architecture, confidential computing, trusted execution environment (TEE) architecture, security protocols, and device I/O protection mechanisms
• Deep expertise in hardware architecture, SOC architecture, embedded firmware and operating systems security (Linux, Windows)
• Extensive applied cryptography experience with ability to tailor solutions to specific use cases
• Proven experience designing large‑scale systems with vertical integration from software to hardware touchpoints
• Strong background in threat modeling, vulnerability assessment, and security analysis methodologies
• Active participation in industry standards organizations (TCG, OCP, NIST, etc.) with demonstrated influence on security standards
• Exceptional technical writing skills with proven ability to translate market and customer requirements into technical specifications
• Strong cross‑functional collaboration skills working across hardware, software, firmware, and business units with excellent communication abilities
• Experience with AMD security technologies and client security architecture
• Knowledge of hardware security modules, secure element architectures, and security certification processes (FIPS, Common Criteria)
• Background in security research, academic publications, or leading security architecture teams
• Familiarity with emerging security standards, secure supply chain, and AI/ML security implications in hardware systems

Academic Credentials

BS/MS in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Location

Austin, USA or Boston, USA

Benefits

Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee‑based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal‑opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third‑party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants' needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.

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Notice

This posting is for an existing vacancy.