Security Researcher Technical Lead - Confidential Computing

About the role

Intel is looking for a senior security researcher to lead advanced vulnerability research in confidential computing technologies. The role combines deep technical expertise with organizational leadership, covering exploit development, architecture reviews and executive-level influence on product security strategy. It is based in Haifa, Israel, and is eligible for a hybrid work model.

Key responsibilities

• Lead complex vulnerability research across firmware, software, virtualization and hardware security domains
• Conduct architecture security reviews, threat modeling, secure code reviews and red team assessments
• Develop analysis techniques, fuzzing frameworks and security research tools
• Communicate complex technical findings to executives, engineering leaders and external stakeholders
• Mentor and develop security researchers at various experience levels

Required profile

• 4+ years of experience in security research, offensive security or a related field
• Proven track record of identifying significant vulnerabilities and driving remediation
• Demonstrated experience leading complex security research or offensive security projects
• Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Fluency in English; preferred

Required skills

• Extensive hands-on experience in C/C++ software development and security analysis
• Deep understanding of modern security principles, attack techniques and defensive technologies
• Preferred: penetration testing, fuzzing, reverse engineering, exploit development and static code analysis
• Preferred: embedded and firmware security, OS internals, virtualization, hardware security, side-channel analysis, trusted execution environments, Intel VMX/TDX, cryptography
• Preferred: published research, CVEs, conference presentations or other recognized security contributions