Lead, Apple Security Bounty Program
Lead, Apple Security Bounty Program
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02-08-2025
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You will be instrumental in protecting our users from emerging threats across the entire Apple ecosystem including iOS iPadOS macOS watchOS tvOS visionOS and this role you will drive the strategy execution and continuous improvement of the Apple Security Bounty program. This includes defining program goals and roadmap managing operations optimizing payout structures and policies and actively fostering a positive productive and collaborative relationship with our global security research community. You will also spearhead Apples strategic security community initiatives including the Apple Security Research Device program ( This program provides world-renowned researchers with special research edition iPhones to facilitate deep security analysis. You will also shape groundbreaking virtual research tools like the Privacy Cloud Compute (PCC) virtual research environment which helps enable independent verification of PCCs privacy and security promises.
- Deep passion and commitment to protecting the security and privacy of Apples users.
- Proven track record of successfully leading scaling and innovating within a bug bounty program.
- Experience engaging credibly and technically with external security researchers with a focus on fostering collaborative security discussions.
- Demonstrated ability to apply analytical and strategic thinking to dissect complex problems and formulate clear actionable plans executing tasks with meticulous attention to detail.
- Excellent communication presentation and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively tailor complex technical information for diverse audiences (researchers engineers executives).
- Intellectual curiosity and a demonstrated ability to rapidly learn and synthesize complex technical information across new and unfamiliar domains.
- Experience with vulnerability disclosure coordination and best practices potentially including participation in industry forums or standards bodies.
- Strong leadership ability capable of influencing and collaborating effectively with diverse cross-functional partners (e.g. Engineering Legal Marketing PR etc).
- Deep understanding of the landscape of common and emerging security vulnerabilities exploitation techniques and effective mitigation strategies across diverse technology domains with a particular focus on OS technologies.
- Experience utilizing data and metrics to measure program effectiveness identify trends and drive strategic decisions.
- BS in computer science or a related field or equivalent experience/skills
At Apple base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $163300 and $290100 and your base pay will depend on your skills qualifications experience and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apples discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apples Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Youll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage retirement benefits a range of discounted products and free services and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple reimbursement for certain educational expenses including tuition. Additionally this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.
Note: Apple benefit compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apples discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apples Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Youll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage retirement benefits a range of discounted products and free services and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple reimbursement for certain educational expenses including tuition. Additionally this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.
Note: Apple benefit compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
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