Collabera · 7 hours ago
Hardware Security Engineer
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$85/hr - $100/hr
2+ years expCollabera is seeking a Hardware Security Engineer to support hardware security validation and compliance reviews for prototype and pre-production devices. The role focuses on reviewing hardware designs, validating security controls, and testing devices to ensure compliance with privacy and security requirements.
ConsultingInformation TechnologyInformation Services
Hiring Manager
Hinali Bhatt
Responsibilities
Conduct hardware and security design reviews (review only; no design ownership)
Validate privacy-critical hardware behavior (e.g., mic power cutoffs, isolation)
Perform hands-on hardware security testing on prototype devices
Use lab equipment to identify physical security risks and compliance gaps
Sample devices to ensure manufacturing and security compliance
Participate in virtual compliance and design reviews with global suppliers
Collaborate with internal engineering, compliance, and security teams
Document findings for internal leadership and external stakeholders
Qualification
Required
2-5 years of experience in hardware security, embedded systems security, or similar. Knowledge of embedded security- how it's used for enhancing security
Experience designing, testing, and analyzing circuit designs and PCB layouts
Knowledge of threat modeling, secure boot implementations, and cryptography (RSA, AES, HMAC, PQC)
Experience with manufacturing security processes, including secret provisioning and secure production flows
Hands-on experience testing, debugging, or hacking hardware using common electronics test equipment
Hands-on experience with common test equipment: Oscilloscopes, multimeters, microscopes, logic analyzers, soldering
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field
Experience writing technical documents, project plans and progress reports to leadership and to stakeholders
Experience working in enterprise or fast-paced environments
Proven experience engaging with external stakeholders or suppliers
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred
Experience working with external partners in APAC region
Master's degree in relevant technical field or equivalent advanced experience
Knowledge of side-channel attack analysis and associated countermeasures
Knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures, especially automated quality inspection techniques
Knowledge of debug interface security (JTAG, BDM), anti-rollback mechanisms, and fault injection protection
Experience programming in at least one modern language such as C, C++, or Rust
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Life insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Short-term disability insurance
Paid parking/public transportation
Paid time
Paid sick and safe time
Hours of paid vacation time
Weeks of paid parental leave
Paid holidays annually - AS Applicable
Company
Collabera
Collabera is an end-to-end information technology services and solutions provider helping clients align their business and IT strategies.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$30M2006-05-04Series Unknown· $30M
Leadership Team
Lalit Sharma
CFO
Michael H. Abraham
Chief Financial Officer
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