Hardware Security Researcher

IC Resources; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

IC Resources is seeking a Hardware Security Research Engineer to explore complex electronic and cyber-physical systems, uncover vulnerabilities and develop innovative security solutions. You’ll work across hardware research, embedded systems and prototype development, use JTAG/UART/SWD, oscilloscopes and logic analysers, and present findings to stakeholders.

UK Security Clearance eligibility is required. Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics or related discipline preferred; strong

Qualifications

• A degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics or a related discipline.
• Experience with electronics, embedded systems or hardware development.
• Hands-on debugging hardware and building prototypes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate complex technical findings clearly.
• A collaborative approach to working across multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Researching and analysing hardware and embedded systems.
• Identifying hardware and cyber-physical security vulnerabilities.
• Developing proof-of-concept prototypes and technical demonstrators.
• Debugging hardware using tools such as JTAG, UART, SWD, oscilloscopes and logic analysers.
• Reverse engineering hardware and firmware where required.
• Working with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative security solutions.
• Presenting technical findings and recommendations to stakeholders.

Skills

Hardware security

Embedded systems

Debugging hardware

Analytical thinking

Clear communication

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Engineering/CS/Physics degree

Tools

JTAG

UART

SWD

Oscilloscopes

Logic analysers

Job description

I'm working with a team looking for a Hardware Security Research Engineer to explore complex electronic and cyber-physical systems, uncover vulnerabilities and develop innovative solutions to challenging security problems.

You’ll be working across:

• Researching and analysing hardware and embedded systems
• Identifying hardware and cyber-physical security vulnerabilities
• Developing proof‑of‑concept prototypes and technical demonstrators
• Debugging hardware using tools such as JTAG, UART, SWD, oscilloscopes and logic analysers
• Reverse engineering hardware and firmware where required
• Working with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative security solutions
• Presenting technical findings and recommendations to stakeholders

We’re looking for someone with:

• A degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics or a related discipline
• Experience with electronics, embedded systems or hardware development
• Hands‑on experience debugging hardware and building prototypes
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• The ability to communicate complex technical findings clearly
• A collaborative approach to working across multidisciplinary teams

You’ll need to be eligible for UK Security Clearance.

Apply today or contact Gemma for more information.