Senior Product Security Engineer

Intellias; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Intellias is seeking a Senior Product Security Engineer to join a growing R&D organization focused on next-generation connected medical device solutions. You will partner with engineering teams to integrate security across the product lifecycle, performing threat modeling, risk analysis, and vulnerability management for embedded and connected products in a regulated setup.

You will drive secure-by-design practices, validate security controls, and apply standards such as NIST, OWASP, and FDA

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in Product Security, Embedded Security, or Cybersecurity Engineering.
• Hands-on experience securing embedded systems and connected devices in regulated or safety-critical environments.
• Strong understanding of SSDLC, threat modeling, vulnerability management, and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Partner with software, firmware, hardware, and systems engineering teams to integrate security throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Perform product security assessments, threat modeling, and risk analysis for embedded and connected products.
• Identify, prioritize, and support remediation of product security vulnerabilities and security risks.
• Drive secure-by-design and SSDLC practices across engineering teams.
• Support vulnerability management activities including SBOM, SCA, and CVE assessment/remediation.
• Contribute to implementation and validation of product security controls such as authentication, encryption, and secure update mechanisms.
• Apply industry security standards (NIST, OWASP, IEC 81001-5-1, FDA guidance) where appropriate.
• Provide practical security guidance to engineering teams to improve product security posture.

Skills

SSDLC

Threat Modeling

Vulnerability Management

Embedded Security

Product Security

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical field

Tools

SBOM tools

SCA tools

Security tooling

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Product Security Engineer to join a growing R&D organization developing next-generation connected medical device solutions. At Intellias, where technology takes center stage, people always come before processes. By creating a comfortable atmosphere in our team, we empower individuals to unlock their true potential and achieve extraordinary results. That’s why we offer a range of benefits that support your well-being and charge your professional growth.

About the Role

In this role, you will work closely with engineering teams to build secure, reliable, and resilient products throughout the development lifecycle. This role focuses on Product Security Engineering for embedded and connected products within a regulated environment. It is not a traditional IT Security, SOC, Infrastructure, Compliance, or GRC role.

Responsibilities

• Partner with software, firmware, hardware, and systems engineering teams to integrate security throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Perform product security assessments, threat modeling, and risk analysis for embedded and connected products.
• Identify, prioritize, and support remediation of product security vulnerabilities and security risks.
• Drive secure-by-design and Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC) practices across engineering teams.
• Support vulnerability management activities, including SBOM, Software Composition Analysis (SCA), and CVE assessment and remediation.
• Contribute to the implementation and validation of product security controls, including authentication, encryption, secure communications, secure boot, and software update mechanisms.
• Apply industry security standards and best practices (NIST, OWASP, IEC 81001-5-1, FDA guidance) where appropriate.
• Provide practical security guidance to engineering teams and help improve the overall product security posture.
• Stay current with emerging cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies relevant to connected and embedded products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 4+ years of experience in Product Security, Embedded Security, or Cybersecurity Engineering.

Required Skills

• Hands-on experience securing embedded systems, connected devices, or other software-driven products, preferably in regulated or safety-critical industries.
• Strong understanding of:
• Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC)
• Threat Modeling
• Vulnerability Management & Risk Assessment
• Experience identifying, assessing, and mitigating product security risks throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Familiarity with security frameworks and standards such as NIST, OWASP, and secure product development best practices.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with software, firmware, hardware, and systems engineering teams to integrate security into product development.
• Strong communication and stakeholder collaboration skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with cybersecurity for medical devices or other regulated industries (Automotive, Aerospace, Defense, Industrial/IoT, or similar).

Experience with:

• SBOM generation and management
• Software Composition Analysis (SCA)
• CVE triage and remediation>
• Security tooling and vulnerability assessment

Familiarity with IEC 81001-5-1, ISO 14971, and FDA cybersecurity guidance.

• Basic scripting or automation experience (Python, Bash, or similar).
• Security certifications such as CISSP, GIAC, Security+, or equivalent.

We are committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion as an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We welcome and celebrate the uniqueness of every individual. Join Intellias for a career where your perspectives and contributions are vital to our shared success.