Product Security Specialist - Iot Security

New Era Solutions; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 9,00,000 - 12,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Bengaluru is seeking a skilled security tester to perform hardware and firmware testing including vulnerability assessments for IoT products. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in embedded security testing, a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, and proficiency with security tools such as Nessus and Wireshark. Responsibilities include conducting penetration testing and collaborating with development teams to address security vulnerabilities. This position offers a collaborative environment rapidly adapting to industry challenges.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in device or embedded security testing, preferably within the Industrial Automation or Automotive sectors.
• Hands‑on expertise in hardware penetration testing, firmware analysis, reverse engineering, and fuzzing methodologies.
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform hardware and firmware security testing including Hardware VAPT and penetration testing.
• Conduct reverse engineering of firmware and hardware components to identify vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate closely with development teams to validate and resolve vulnerabilities.

Skills

Internet of Things (IoT)

Embedded Security

Cyber Security

Penetration Testing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, Cyber Security, or a related technical field

Tools

Nessus

OpenVAS

Nmap

Wireshark

Burp Suite

Ghidra

IDA Pro

Job description

Your Responsibilities

1. Perform hardware and firmware security testing, including Hardware VAPT, TARA analysis, and penetration testing for embedded and IoT products
2. Conduct reverse engineering of firmware, binaries, and hardware components to identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses
3. Execute fuzzing tests (black-box, white-box, and grey-box) on device protocols, firmware, and communication interfaces
4. Perform vulnerability assessments using tools such as Nessus, OpenVAS, Nmap, and Wireshark
5. Develop and maintain test plans, test cases, and security checklists aligned with IEC 62443-4 and secure development lifecycle principles
6. Document findings, prepare detailed test reports, and collaborate closely with development teams to validate and resolve vulnerabilities
7. Support test automation within CI/CD environments to streamline security testing workflows

Our Requirements

1. Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, Cyber Security, or a related technical field
2. Minimum of 3 years of experience in device or embedded security testing, preferably within the Industrial Automation or Automotive sectors
3. Hands‑on expertise in hardware penetration testing, firmware analysis, reverse engineering, and fuzzing methodologies
4. Experience in Hardware and Thick Client pentesting methodologies
5. Strong understanding of embedded systems, Linux environments, and communication protocols (industrial and automotive)
6. Knowledge of Secure Development Lifecycle and familiarity with IEC 62443-4 or equivalent standards.
7. Proficiency with tools such as Nessus, OpenVAS, Nmap, Wireshark, Burp Suite, Ghidra, IDA Pro, and other security testing utilities
8. Programming experience in C/C++, Python, or Shell scripting, with exposure to CI/CD tools and automation frameworks
9. Excellent written and spoken English communication skills
10. Proficient in using security testing tools and frameworks for embedded systems, firmware, and network protocols
11. Analytical, detail‑oriented, collaborative, and proactive in identifying and addressing vulnerabilities
12. OSCP, CRTP, CRTO, eWPTX, CPENT, LPT, PNPT, or equivalent industry‑recognized credentials

Skills

Internet of Things (IOT), Embedded Security, Cyber Security and pentesting