Product Security Engineer, Intelligence Systems

As a Product Security Engineer at Anduril Industries, you will be responsible for developing and enhancing security features for our Intelligence Systems products. Your tasks will include conducting complex security architecture reviews, simulating attacks to identify weaknesses, and collaborating with engineering and manufacturing teams to create secure operational processes. You’ll be integral in protecting advanced technologies like AI systems and aerospace vehicles.

To qualify as a Product Security Engineer at Anduril Industries, candidates should possess a background in electrical or software engineering, ideally with experience in platform security. Familiarity with side channel attack techniques, experience with PCB design tools, and an understanding of security architectures for advanced micro-electronics are essential. Additionally, maintaining an active U.S. Secret security clearance is required.

A typical day for a Product Security Engineer at Anduril Industries involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to analyze and improve product security. This includes conducting vulnerability assessments, participating in brainstorming sessions for new security features, and testing products against potential exploitation strategies. You'll also engage in discussions about the latest security trends and techniques with other engineers.

At Anduril Industries, a Product Security Engineer will work with a wide array of advanced technologies, including AI systems, sophisticated microelectronics, command and control platforms, and long-range sensor systems. This role involves leveraging these technologies and ensuring that they meet the highest security standards through innovative security controls and testing.

A Product Security Engineer at Anduril Industries can expect numerous growth opportunities, including professional development stipends, mentorship programs, and the chance to work on cutting-edge projects that have a significant impact on national security. With a focus on innovation and continuous improvement, employees are encouraged to enhance their skills and advance their careers within the company.

When answering this question, highlight your specific experience with different security architectures and their implications for product security. Discuss how you’ve assessed risks, implemented security measures, and conducted reviews to ensure products met strict cybersecurity standards.

To effectively answer this question, outline your systematic approach for identifying vulnerabilities. Discuss techniques such as penetration testing, code reviews, and simulation attacks, emphasizing your analytical skills and thorough understanding of various security frameworks.

Share your experience in PCB design tools like Altium and any hands-on projects you’ve worked on related to PCB fabrication. This could include discussing challenges faced during production and how you ensured adherence to security standards.

In your response, provide a specific example of how you collaborated with engineers to assess and improve security features. Mention the strategies you implemented, the challenges encountered, and the overall impact on the product’s security.

Discuss your knowledge of side-channel attack techniques, including examples of how you identified and mitigated such vulnerabilities in past projects. Describe the tools you used and any successful strategies for improving product resilience.

A suitable response could detail your commitment to continuous learning through industry conferences, online courses, professional networks, and technical literature. Emphasize your proactive approach to applying new knowledge to real-world challenges.

In your answer, provide details of a specific review process you led, the methodologies used, the findings of the assessment, and any subsequent actions taken to strengthen the product’s security.

Communication is vital for a Product Security Engineer, as you will be interfacing with various teams. Discuss the importance of clear communication in sharing complex technical concepts, fostering collaboration, and facilitating security training and awareness within the organization.

Discuss your approach to evaluating security risks by analyzing design elements, identifying critical components, and assessing potential threat vectors. Highlight how you prioritize risks and what metrics you use to measure security posture.

Here, focus on your knowledge of AI vulnerabilities and the specific mitigation strategies applicable, such as algorithm transparency, data integrity protection, and secure AI model training processes, showcasing your ability to approach new tech challenges.