This role focuses on product security for embedded systems, where you will execute security controls such as secure boot and firmware integrity checks, participate in firmware/software requirement analysis and threat modeling, perform integration, system and regression testing, execute security test cases including fuzzing and cryptographic checks, conduct vulnerability scanning and document findings, validate controls against IEC 62443-4-2 component requirements, support development of automated test scripts, analyze industrial communication protocol security, and collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams.
Responsibilities
- Execute product security controls such as secure boot, firmware integrity checks, authentication, and vulnerability mitigation.
- Participate in firmware/software requirement analysis, documentation, and threat modeling activities.
- Perform integration, system, and regression testing for embedded products.
- Execute security test cases including fuzzing, protocol security validation, and cryptographic checks.
- Conduct vulnerability scanning and document findings as per CVE/CWE standards.
- Validate security controls against IEC 62443-4-2 component requirements.
- Support development of automated test scripts using Python/scripting.
- Analyze and validate industrial communication protocol security (HART, Modbus, Ethernet/IP, ProfiNet).
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to support security deliverables.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science / Electronics/ Instrumentation or related field.
- Overall 4-6 yrs of experience in embedded systems or product Verification and Validation and Product Security.
- Experience with firmware/hardware integration and security testing.
- Strong understanding of penetration testing methodologies and tools.
- Threat modeling and vulnerability analysis expertise.
- Experience with vulnerability scanning tools such as Nessus, OpenVAS, or Qualys.
- Familiarity with fuzzing tools (AFL, libFuzzer).
- Knowledge of industrial protocol security (HART, Modbus).
- Python scripting for test automation.
- Familiarity with OWASP Embedded Top 10 and CWE/CVE databases.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits plans.
- A variety of medical insurance plans.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Employee resource groups.
- Recognition programs.
- Flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.
- Career development opportunities such as mentorship, training, and leadership programs.
Additional details
- You demonstrate strong energy, ownership, and a bias for action, balancing disciplined planning with effective execution.
- You show learning agility by quickly acquiring new skills, applying feedback, and strengthening core engineering fundamentals.
- You approach problems with structured thinking and sound engineering judgment to deliver practical solutions.
- You collaborate effectively across teams, leverage expertise when needed, and operate independently with accountability to deliver results.
- At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow.
- We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives.
- Our commitment to ongoing career development and an inclusive culture ensures support for employee success.
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