Hardware Security Engineer

Cisco

. Serve as a trusted technical advisor and security partner to Cisco hardware engineering teams .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRaleigh • North Carolina • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $132,800 - $185,100 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in hardware security design and compliance, with a strong foundation in hardware engineering principles and the ability to translate complex standards into actionable guidance. Proven experience in leading security initiatives and fostering a security-first culture within hardware design teams.

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Hardware Security FundamentalsRTL Design/VerificationScripting (Python, Bash)Hardware Threat ModelingNIST SP 800-193 Compliance

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Hard Skills

Hardware Design EngineeringSystem-Level Schematics InterpretationPCB Design ReviewCryptographic PrimitivesSecure BootHardware Root of TrustAI-Assisted DevelopmentFault Injection AnalysisSide-Channel AnalysisJTAG/Debug Security

Soft Skills

Technical AdvisoryInfluencing Design CommunitiesLeadership in Consulting EngagementsDocumentation AuthoringEducation and Training

Industry Keywords

Hardware Security FrameworksNSA CNSA 2.0TCG DICE/TPMOCP Secure BootIEEE 2883Global Cybersecurity Regulations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a trusted technical advisor and security partner to Cisco hardware engineering teams
Analyze hardware security evaluation results and provide actionable design guidance for HW-CSDL compliance
Deconstruct and review hardware architectures from system level through boards, ASICs/FPGAs, power/management controllers, and discrete components
Identify vulnerabilities and design-in hardware security resilience
Interpret industry and government standards and translate them into technical guidance and design requirements
Author security guidelines, reference architectures, implementation guides, and best-practice documentation
Participate in, lead, and balance multiple parallel consulting engagements and security initiatives
Educate and influence hardware design communities to foster a security-first product development culture

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field with 7+ years of relevant hardware design/engineering experience, or Master’s degree with 4+ years of experience
Experience reading and interpreting system-level schematics, block diagrams, component datasheets, PCB design or review, or register-level hardware documentation
Experience with hardware security fundamentals, including Hardware Root of Trust, Secure Boot, hardware and firmware resiliency, cryptographic primitives, or secure key storage
Experience with AI-assisted development and automation for hardware security applications
Experience with scripting such as Python or Bash
Experience with RTL design/verification such as Verilog or SystemVerilog
Knowledge of hardware security frameworks and standards including NIST SP 800-193, NSA CNSA 2.0, TCG DICE/TPM, OCP Secure Boot, IEEE 2883, or global cybersecurity regulations
Experience with hardware threat modeling or hardware security analysis, including fault injection, side-channel analysis, or JTAG/debug security
Experience participating in hardware security industry forums, working groups, or standards bodies

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
Potential Cisco restricted stock unit grants
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
Paid employee birthday
Paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid days off for personal wellness
16 days of paid vacation for non-exempt employees
Flexible vacation time off program for exempt employees
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st
Up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward annually
Additional paid time away for critical or emergency family issues
Optional 10 paid volunteer days per year
Annual bonuses for non-sales roles, subject to Cisco policies