Senior Staff Cyber Security Engineer
San Diego, CA, United States
Senior Staff Security Engineer - Embedded Devices and Encryption
Position Overview: A leading embedded device client of ours is looking for a Senior Staff Security Engineer. This engineer would be focused on encryption for devices as well as secure embedded software development. The ideal candidate would come from a company working on physical products and securing IoT connected devices.
Responsibilities:
Embedded Systems Security:
Lead the design and implementation of robust security measures for embedded systems.
Conduct security assessments and vulnerability analyses on embedded devices to identify and mitigate potential risks.
Encryption Expertise:
Drive the development and implementation of encryption algorithms and protocols across our products.
Stay abreast of the latest advancements in encryption technologies and ensure our solutions remain at the forefront of security.
Security Architecture:
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and enforce security architecture standards.
Provide guidance on secure coding practices and ensure adherence to security policies throughout the development lifecycle.
Incident Response and Forensics:
Develop and maintain incident response plans specific to embedded systems.
Conduct forensic analysis to investigate security incidents and implement corrective measures.
Compliance and Certifications:
Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and certifications related to embedded device security and encryption.
Work closely with regulatory bodies to obtain and maintain certifications as required.
Research and Development:
Stay informed about emerging threats and vulnerabilities in embedded systems and encryption technologies.
Contribute to research initiatives to enhance the security posture of our products.
Qualifications:
Proven experience (7+ years) in security engineering roles with a focus on embedded systems and encryption.
In-depth knowledge of cryptographic algorithms, key management, and secure communication protocols.
Experience with secure coding practices and the ability to review and guide software development teams.
Strong understanding of hardware security principles and practices.
Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to embedded security (e.g., Common Criteria, FIPS).
Excellent communication skills and the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Posted by: Stephen Calandra
Specialization: Data and AI Security