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Embedded within Apple's Security Engineering & Architecture organization, the Data Protection team's mission is to keep our customer's on-device content secure even when lost, stolen, or confiscated. We are seeking an experienced security engineering manager to lead this team of talented engineers responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining Data Protection technologies while balancing security, performance, and usability.

These technologies comprise content encryption at rest, passcode security, software attestation, key management, boot security, and more. They span from system-on-a-chip and accessory hardware through Secure Enclave, kernel, and userland software. The team works closely with other engineering teams across Apple to ensure seamless integration of Data Protection into all of our products: Mac, iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV, Vision Pro.

We design and secure software for hundreds of millions of users. We make products that people LOVE. We are committed to user privacy and security. We have some of the most creative, passionate, hardworking engineers in the industry. We challenge each other to go beyond the norm to find new, innovative ways of solving problems and to make software safer, easier, and more fun to use. Not many jobs can offer all of these things. Security engineering jobs at Apple do, and much more.

Description

As the leader of this team, you will push Data Protection technologies to the next level. You will:

Work with cross-functional teams across Silicon Engineering, Software Engineering, and Product Management, to define and implement security solutions that balance competing factors such as ease of use, performance, and of course security.

Collaborate with our Silicon Engineering group on new hardware and products.

Create practices that set new benchmarks in software assurance.

Transform the developer experience to ensure the application of the highest content protection possible.

Anticipate and stay ahead of evolving threats and vulnerabilities.

Build robust recovery mechanisms that safeguard customer data.

Encourage and guide your team members to reach their full potential in impact, influence, and long-term career success.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong understanding of operating systems internals, and experience with systems programming

Strong understanding of applied cryptography, access control, and other security mechanisms

Programming background, in C, C++, Objective-C, and/or Swift

An understanding of past, current, and emerging security exploit trends

Minimum Qualifications

5+ years leading security/software teams

Excellent skills for coaching team members and fostering partnerships across organizational boundaries

Track record of shipping pragmatic security technologies in customer-facing services or products

Highly professional attitude, with the ability to deliver solid work on tight schedules with a high bar for quality

Pay & Benefits

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $206,200 and $356,400, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

About Apple

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Size: 10,000+ employees
Industry: Technology

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