Cloudflare · 17 hours ago
Security Architect, Hardware
Austin, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
12+ years expCloudflare is on a mission to help build a better Internet, offering protection and acceleration for Internet applications. They are seeking a Security Architect specializing in hardware security to provide guidance on security requirements, assist with documentation, and collaborate with teams to implement secure hardware solutions.
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Responsibilities
Provide input on security requirements for new infrastructure and engineering initiatives
Assist with documentation and maintenance of the corporate security architecture blueprints
Your focus will be on hardware security ,secure boot processes, side-channel attack mitigation, BIOS level security requirements and cryptographic isolation within devices, etc
Partner with hardware and firmware teams to provide security guidance for the design and implementation of security features such as Hardware Root of Trust (RoT), Secure Boot (e.g., UEFI configuration), and hardware-based cryptographic accelerators
Define advanced memory protection strategies
Collaborate with the Security Detections and Monitoring team to develop telemetry and alerts for detecting unauthorized hardware changes, firmware tampering, or suspicious BIOS/UEFI configuration modifications
Define and enforce secure configuration standards for BIOS/UEFI settings, Trusted Platform Modules (TPM), and physical port management (e.g., USB, JTAG, UART) to prevent unauthorized access
Coordinate 3rd party hardware and firmware penetration tests, review technical findings, and translate complex vulnerabilities into actionable security requirements for engineering teams
Design secure solutions for complex infrastructure problems, such as implementing Zero Trust principles at the hardware level and securing high-performance computing or edge-device integrations
Perform regular audits of hardware and firmware environments to identify "configuration drift" where systems have deviated from established security baselines or approved firmware versions
Evaluate vendor updates, microcode patches, and vulnerability data (CVEs) to make prioritized risk-based recommendations for patching critical hardware flaws
Act as the security liaison between infrastructure, firmware, and other engineering teams to embed "secure-by-design" principles into the early stages of the hardware procurement and development lifecycle
Conduct detailed threat modeling sessions specifically focused on physical attack vectors, side-channel attacks, and supply chain integrity risks
Provide deep technical expertise during hardware-related security incidents, assisting with forensic analysis of compromised firmware or physical tampering detected by monitoring systems
Develop hardware-specific security policies and reference architectures that comply with international standards such as NIST SP 800-193 (Platform Firmware Resiliency)
Qualification
Required
Either advanced studies in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or similar
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to effectively collaborate with technical and senior business staff and management
12+ years in a product or embedded security role, with 7+ years as a Hardware Security Architect
Expertise in Medium to high-level security concepts, including secure boot, memory protection, and secure element implementation
Proficiency with hardware description languages and hands-on experience with hardware/firmware vulnerability assessment and penetration testing
Strong knowledge of security standards relevant to device manufacturing and supply chain
Preferred
Certifications: CSSLP or relevant vendor-specific hardware security certifications
Experience with open-source hardware architectures
Background in securing IoT, industrial control systems (ICS), or consumer electronics devices
Company
Cloudflare
Cloudflare is a web performance and security company that provides online services to protect and accelerate websites online.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.08BKey Investors
Franklin TempletonFidelityUnion Square Ventures
2025-06-13Post Ipo Debt· $1.75B
2019-09-12IPO
2019-03-12Series E· $150M
Leadership Team
Matthew Prince
CEO & Co-Founder
Lee Holloway
Co-Founder & Lead Engineer
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