Embedded Security Engineer– Security Certifications

Keysight Technologies SAles Spain SL.; Delft; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Keysight Technologies SAles Spain SL. is seeking a security evaluation engineer to drive embedded security assessments for cutting-edge verification projects across Europe.

You will review designs, perform vulnerability analyses, and coordinate with the security testing team to ensure rigorous results. The role requires hands-on analysis of SoCs, TEEs, and Secure Elements with a focus on SESIP and GlobalPlatform certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in the security evaluation domain.
• Proficient in at least two of: C, C++, Assembly.
• Experience with secure embedded systems (Smart Cards, Secure Elements, SoCs, TEEs).
• Experience in Security Certification projects (SESIP/PSA is a plus).
• Understanding of low-level architecture, cryptography, and OS internals.

Responsibilities

• Perform design reviews for security certification requirements (SESIP, GlobalPlatform).
• Perform code reviews and structured vulnerability analyses per certification requirements.
• Provide coaching and guidance to colleagues based on certification expectations.
• Translate vulnerability findings into inputs for the security testing team with clear thresholds.
• Conduct embedded testing on devices under evaluation (firmware reversing, MITM, interface probing).
• Lead technical aspects of evaluation projects coordinating with the project manager for compliance and timely delivery.

Skills

C

C++

Assembly

Job description

Overview

Keysight is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~15,000 employees create world‑class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do.

Our award‑winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry‑first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.

This position will execute the technical part of the security evaluations. This includes review of the target and exploitation when needed. Most of the work will be on embedded systems, and trusted execution environments. Specialized hardware attacks like FI and SCA are performed by other team members.

Responsibilities

• Perform design reviews in accordance with security certification requirements (e.g., SESIP, GlobalPlatform).
• Perform code reviews and structured vulnerability analyses in accordance with security certification requirements.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to colleagues by reviewing their analysis results and offering coaching rooted in certification scheme expectations.
• Translate vulnerability analysis findings into clear and actionable input for the security testing team, aligning results with applicable scheme thresholds and evaluation metrics.
• Perform embedded testing on devices under evaluation e.g. firmware reversing, MITM, interface probing, etc.
• Lead the technical aspects of evaluation projects by coordinating with the project manager to ensure compliance, technical rigor, and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in the security evaluation domain, specifically.
• Proven proficiency in at least two of the following: C, C++, Assembly.
• Experience with secure embedded systems, such as Smart Cards, Secure Elements, System‑on‑Chips (SoCs), Trusted Execution Environments, smart light, remote control, ECUs, etc.
• Experience doing projects for Security Certification. Experience in SESIP/PSA is good to have.
• Good understanding of low‑level computer architecture, security concepts, embedded system architecture, OS internals, Trusted Execution Environments.
• Good understanding of practical cryptography algorithms and protocols.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; thrives in team environments with diverse stakeholders (technical teams, evaluators, and customers).
• Willingness to occasionally travel to clients or certification bodies in Europe, North America, or Asia.

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