Embedded Systems Security Architect

About SimpliSafe

We’re a high-tech home security company that’s passionate about protecting the life you’ve built and our mission of keeping Every Home Secure. And we’ve created a culture here that cares just as deeply about the career you’re building. Ours is a no ego culture of collaboration and innovation where those seeking their next challenge can find big opportunities and make a huge impact on the lives of all those who we protect. We don’t just want you to work here. We want you to grow and thrive here.

We’re embracing a hybrid work model that enables our teams to split their time between office and home. Hybrid for us means we expect our teams to come together in our state-of-the-art office on two core days, typically Tuesday and Wednesday, to work together in person, and teams can choose where they work for the remainder of the week. We all benefit from flexibility and get to use the best of both worlds to get our work done.

Why are we hiring?

Well, we’re growing and thriving. So, we need smart, talented, and humble people who share our values to join us as we disrupt the home security space and relentlessly pursue our mission of keeping Every Home Secure. 

What You’ll Do

The Information Security Team is seeking a highly skilled Embedded Systems Security Architect to join our team. In this critical role, you will be responsible for designing and implementing robust security solutions in the design and manufacturing of our physical IoT products, including supporting our home security services and connected cameras. You’ll partner closely with the Engineering Department to incorporate security throughout the product lifecycle, from hardware selection, to feature development, secure boot, secrets management, cryptographic services, secure firmware and software development, and other considerations. You’ll conduct threat modeling and work through trade-offs between business requirements and security considerations. The ideal candidate will have an extensive background in IoT design and manufacturing. The position will report directly to the Chief Information Security Officer.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Security Architecture: Develop and maintain a comprehensive security architecture for our IoT devices, encompassing hardware, firmware, and cloud-based components.
• Threat Modeling: Conduct thorough threat modeling and risk assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities and devise mitigation strategies.
• Cryptography: Design and partner with Engineering to implement secure cryptographic services that support device functionality, such as encryption, authentication, and key management.
• Firmware Security: Design and implement secure firmware development processes, including secure boot, code signing, and secure updates.
• Hardware Security: Collaborate with hardware engineers to ensure secure hardware design, including secure bootloaders, trusted execution environments, and tamper detection mechanisms.
• Secure Communication: Design and implement secure communication protocols, such as TLS/SSL, to protect data transmission between devices and cloud infrastructure.
• Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing: Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and address security weaknesses.

Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of embedded systems and microcontroller architectures.
• Extensive experience in hardware, firmware, and software development.
• Deep knowledge of cryptography algorithms and protocols.
• Proficiency in secure coding practices and secure development lifecycles.
• Experience with security testing tools and techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

Why Join Us:

• Be part of a cutting-edge team developing innovative IoT products.
• Work on challenging and impactful security projects.
• Collaborate with industry experts and thought leaders.
• Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

If you are passionate about security and have the skills to make a difference, we encourage you to apply.

What Values You’ll Share

• Customer Obsessed - Building deep empathy for our customers, putting them at the core of our work, and developing strong, long-term relationships with them.
• Aim High - Always challenging ourselves and others to raise the bar.
• No Ego - Maintaining a “no job too small” attitude, and an open, inclusive and humble style.
• One Team - Taking a highly collaborative approach to achieving success.
• Lift As We Climb - Investing in developing others and helping others around us succeed.
• Lean & Nimble - Working with agility and efficiency to experiment in an often ambiguous environment.

We wholeheartedly embrace and actively seek applications from all individuals, no matter how they identify. We are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we believe our work is enriched when we incorporate a multitude of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. We want everyone who works here to thrive and contribute to not only our mission of keeping every home secure, but also to making our workplace safe and supportive for others. If a reasonable accommodation may be needed to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of a position, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact careers@simplisafe.com.