Platform Security Certification Engineer

Summary

Apple's Security Engineering & Architecture organization is responsible for the security of all Apple products. The Platform security certification team demonstrates the reliability and strength of the key security features of Apple devices and services through a variety of certification programs. We drive the public assurance of Apple security solutions, make sure Apple meets and exceeds industry and regional security standards and regulations, and enable new business opportunities.

We are a highly motivated, global team that supports and improves the security assurance of our products. Your influence will be felt throughout Apple’s extraordinary products worldwide. Our team has a central role in enabling Apple products’ use in industries with specific security requirements, assuring Apple services’ security compliance, and actively participating in and contributing to the development of security standards.

Our team defines and runs the security certification strategy for all Apple platforms such as Mac, iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Vision Pro and Apple TV. We lead these certification projects around the world utilizing a wide variety of standards and evaluation schemes. In this role, you will develop the security certification process for Apple products and operating systems, work cooperatively with other parts of Apple on cross‑functional technologies and their security strategies, and collaborate with industry representatives, evaluation labs and governmental bodies.

Driving certifications of complex products from the beginning to the end is a key element of the role.

• Experience in security and/or security certifications
• Working knowledge of Common Criteria and FIPS 140‑2/3 certifications, or strong willingness to learn
• Passion for high quality deliverables, thriving for efficiency
• Ability to work cross‑functionally with software, hardware, marketing, and support teams to provide the best security solutions for Apple’s products
• Excellent teamwork skills and ability to represent Apple and your organization in conversations with internal and external stakeholders

• Significant understanding of security engineering principles
• Experience working with certification bodies and evaluation laboratories
• Experience writing product security profiles for evaluation scoping (Security Target, Protection Profile, or other product security definition)
• An effective communicator and engaging presenter who can influence multiple audiences from project teams to senior leadership as well as Apple’s certification partners (regulators, evaluators and standardization bodies)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in other languages (e.g., German, French, Spanish) nice to have

Base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. The range for this role is $141,800 to $258,600. The base pay depends on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Apple employees also have the opportunity to become shareholders through participation in discretionary employee stock programs. Eligible employees may receive restricted stock unit awards and purchase Apple stock at a discount when voluntarily participating in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Benefits include comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and tuition reimbursement for formal education related to advancing your career. The role may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, commissions, and relocation assistance.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.