Embedded Security Architect

Siemens; Hebburn; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-Based Bonus

Flexible Working Hours

Pension Plan

Time Off

Job summary

Siemens Electrification & Automation (EA) in Hebburn, England, seeks an Embedded Security Expert to lead cybersecurity across embedded and PC applications. You will shape secure architectures, perform risk assessments, and drive security testing and remediation throughout the product lifecycle.

The role emphasizes secure-by-design engineering, threat modeling, and collaboration with global teams to meet IEC 62443, ISO 27001, and customer security requirements.

Qualifications

• A degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Electronic Engineering, or an equivalent technical discipline.
• Strong knowledge of ARM architectures, Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOSs), bootloaders, and embedded communication protocols.
• Hands-on experience in software development using C/C++.
• Experience in product development within a lean product development process environment.

Responsibilities

• Driving and supporting compliance with standards such as IEC 62443, IEC 62351, ISO 27001, NIS2, CRA, and customer security requirements.
• Defining secure architectures for embedded devices and firmware.
• Performing threat modeling, security risk assessments, and design reviews.
• Hands-on implementation security features within embedded software environments.
• Leading security assurance activities, including vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
• Managing vulnerability remediation, security incidents, and product security updates.
• Supporting and consulting project leaders in implementing required product and solution security (both software and hardware).
• Championing secure development practices and ensuring high code quality through the usage of code quality tools and defect fixing.

Skills

C/C++

ARM architectures

RTOS

Embedded protocols

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Siemens Electrification & Automation (EA) in Hebburn, England, seeks an Embedded Security Expert to lead cybersecurity across embedded and PC applications. You will shape secure architectures, perform risk assessments, and drive security testing and remediation throughout the product lifecycle.

The role emphasizes secure-by-design engineering, threat modeling, and collaboration with global teams to meet IEC 62443, ISO 27001, and customer security requirements.