The role is focused on enhancing the security of Apple's product lineup by defining and implementing platform-level security requirements. As part of the Platform Architecture group, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the security of consumer devices. The PA-Security group is dedicated to protecting user privacy and data while maintaining a high-quality user experience. You will lead initiatives that drive the adoption of security architectures across hardware, software, and server elements.

• BS degree or relevant industry experience.
• Minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience.
• Experience working with basic cryptographic principles.
• Experience with platform security primitives.
• Experience in threat modeling of security features and architecture.
• Experience in leading cross-functional initiatives to define, drive and productize security features.
• Experience in effectively communicating highly technical details to a non-technical audience.
• Experience with user identification and authentication technologies.
• Experience with Operating System concepts and platform security concepts.
• Basic experience with programming and/or auditing experience with Python, C, and unix shell scripting.

• Identify and define platform level security requirements for new products.
• Define and maintain device-level security policies across multiple environments for existing products.
• Drive adoption of platform level security architectures through collaboration with cross-functional partners.
• Lead cross-functional teams throughout the product development cycle.
• Collaborate with other security architects and researchers to design security solutions.
• Ensure the overall security profile of SOCs, devices, and factories is elevated.

• Employees at Apple are often offered comprehensive benefits that support physical and mental well-being—flexible medical plans, confidential counseling, onsite wellness centers at major campuses, and resources for fitness and daily life. Families typically receive fertility support, paid parental leave with gradual return, caregiving leave, and dependent-care guidance, while financial perks commonly include stock grants (with purchase discounts), 401(k) matching, and income-protection coverage. Employees also see robust time off, Apple University learning and tuition reimbursement, donation matching and paid volunteer hours, and deep product and partner discounts.