New

Security Engineer IV

TEKsystems
$110.00 - $125.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Washington, Seattle
Dec 25, 2025
Description We are seeking a Hardware Security Engineer to join our client's team focused on device security and hardware validation. This role is essential in ensuring our products meet the highest security standards through comprehensive requirement verification security assessment and implementation oversight. You will work at the intersection of hardware design security engineering and manufacturing processes to deliver secure reliable products to millions of customers worldwide. The purpose of this team is to assess chips with code (software/semiconductor). This team looks at hardware security of devices to protect privacy. They look at designs, assess designs, look for strange defects, sample the products to ensure compliance. Key Responsibilities This Hardware Security Engineering role focuses on verifying and validating security across the entire hardware lifecycle for the client devices. You will evaluate System-on-a-Chip SoC security features including secure boot implementation fault injection protection secure key storage anti-rollback mechanisms cryptographic key management and debug interface restrictions. You will be responsible for performing code reviews and identifying weaknesses and vulnerabilities. You will also interface directly with manufacturers and will work with them to review security requirement compliance evidence and will help them mitigate vulnerabilities. Success in this position requires partnering with multiple stakeholders to accomplish these tasks. * Required Qualifications* - Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering Computer Science or related technical field - 5 years of experience in hardware security embedded systems security or similar - Experience programming in at least one modern language such as C C or Rust - Strong knowledge of secure boot implementations cryptography RSA AES HMAC PQC and hardware security architectures e.g. ARM TrustZone or Intel SGX - Knowledge of debug interface security JTAG BDM anti-rollback mechanisms and fault injection protection - Experience writing technical documents project plans and progress reports to leadership and to stakeholders - Experience with hardware security testing tools and methodologies * Preferred Qualifications* - Master's degree in relevant technical field or equivalent advanced experience - Experience with DRM implementations and content protection systems - Experience designing or reviewing RTL designs in VHDL or Verilog - Knowledge of side-channel attack analysis and associated countermeasures - Hands-on experience testing debugging or hacking hardware using common electronics test equipment - Experience with penetration testing or hacking consumer electronic devices - Experience writing technical documents project plans and progress reports to leadership and to stakeholders - Experience designing testing and analyzing circuit designs and PCB layouts We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. This temporary role may be eligible for the following: * Medical, dental & vision * 401(k)/Roth * Insurance (Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D) * Short and long-term disability * Health and Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HAS & DCFSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time off/Leave (PTO, Vacation, or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Seattle, WA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $110.00 - $125.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Seattle,WA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Dec 29, 2025. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.