Sr. Product Security Engineer (Cloud Security)

Medtronic; Fridley (MN); On-site; USD 132,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Medtronic in Minnesota is seeking a Senior Product Security Engineer - Cloud Security to secure connected medical devices across the full product lifecycle, partnering with R&D, software, systems, and quality teams to implement robust security controls.

The role focuses on embedded device security rather than enterprise IT security, with responsibilities spanning threat modeling, secure architecture, and V&V, while aligning with medical device cybersecurity standards and regulatory guidance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/EE with 4+ years of experience
• Advanced degree with 2+ years of relevant experience

Responsibilities

• Embed security requirements into the medical device development lifecycle.
• Perform system-level threat modeling and vulnerability assessments.
• Review device security and enable secure update mechanisms.
• Support secure architecture with identity, authentication and cryptography.
• Integrate security into CI/CD and design reviews.
• Lead security verification and validation activities.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, ISO, NIST and IEC standards.

Skills

Security engineering

Threat modeling

Secure architecture

Cryptography

Secure SDLC

Vulnerability assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/EE

Tools

HSM concepts

Job description

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 31 Jul 2026

Careers that change lives start here. Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first — developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your unique talents will help shape the future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose, growth, and impact.

A Day in the Life

Across our global Neuroscience organization, we advance care for some of medicine’s most complex neurological and spinal conditions. By combining innovative technology, data-driven insights, and deep clinical expertise, we partner with physicians and health systems to improve how patients are treated and supported throughout their care journey.

Our Pelvic Health Operating Unit advances care for patients living with bladder and bowel control conditions through targeted, minimally invasive neuromodulation therapies, including sacral and tibial solutions. Designed to modulate nerve pathways and restore communication between the brain and pelvic floor, these programmable therapies deliver personalized treatment supported by strong clinical evidence and long-term outcomes—helping improve confidence, independence, and quality of life.

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We’re working onsite 4 days a week at our Minnesota Rice Creek East facility, to drive performance, foster an environment of belonging, and collaborate to inspire as we engineer the extraordinary.

Senior Product Security Engineer - Cloud Security

The Senior Product Security Engineer - Cloud Security will play a key role in securing connected and embedded medical devices across the full product lifecycle. This role is focused on device/product security engineering (not enterprise IT security) and partners closely with R&D, software, systems, and quality teams to design and implement robust, scalable security controls.

Key Responsibilities

Product Security Engineering

Embed security requirements into the medical device development lifecycle, partnering with R&D and systems teams from architecture through release.

Threat Modeling & Risk Assessment

Perform system-level threat modeling (e.g., STRIDE or similar), attack surface analysis, and vulnerability assessments for connected and embedded medical devices.

Secure Architecture

Support and review implementation of device security capabilities, such as:

• Secure boot and root of trust
• Secure firmware/software update mechanisms
• Device identity and authentication
• Secure communications and protocol hardening
• Data protection at rest and in transit
• Key management and Hardware Security Module (HSM) concepts

Cryptography & Post-Quantum Readiness

Apply modern cryptographic principles and support forward-looking strategies, including quantum-resistant approaches where applicable.

Secure SDLC Integration

Partner with agile development teams to embed security into design reviews, code reviews, CI/CD pipelines, and verification activities.

Verification & Validation

Define and support security V&V activities, including penetration testing, static/dynamic analysis, fuzz testing, and vulnerability management.

Standards & Compliance

Ensure alignment with medical device cybersecurity expectations, including:

• FDA premarket cybersecurity guidance
• IEC 81001-5-1
• ISO 14971
• NIST frameworks
• Relevant Medtronic quality processes

Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field and 4+ years of experience OR advanced degree with 2+ years of relevant experience

Nice to Have

• Medical device cybersecurity experience
• Experience with IEC 81001-5-1
• Experience with FDA cybersecurity submissions
• Background in connected healthcare products
• Security certifications (Security+, CISSP, etc.)
• Embedded/device security
• IoT security
• Product security engineering

For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship

At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.

Benefits & Compensation

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package

A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$132,000.00 - $198,000.00

This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).

The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information applies solely to candidates hired within the United States (local-market compensation and benefits will apply to others).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).

Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.

Further details are available at the link below:

Medtronic Benefits And Compensation Plans

It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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