Hardware Cyber Security Researcher
Job Description
Job title: Hardware Cyber Security Researcher
Company: SoCode
Job description: Job Title: Cyber Security Hardware Engineer
Location: Cambridge
Compensation: £80,000 – £120,000
About Us: Our client is a leading defence consultancy specializing in advanced technological solutions for the Ministry of Defence (MoD) and other government agencies.
Position Overview: Our client is seeking a talented Cyber Security Hardware Engineer to join our team and contribute to low technological-readiness projects for the MoD. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and maintaining hardware security solutions to safeguard vital defence systems against cyber threats.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and develop secure hardware components and systems for defense applications.
- Conduct thorough threat analysis and risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and develop mitigation strategies.
- Design and implement cryptographic algorithms and protocols to ensure data confidentiality and integrity.
- Evaluate and integrate security features into hardware designs, including secure boot mechanisms, access controls, and intrusion detection systems.
- Perform security testing and validation of hardware components to ensure compliance with industry standards and government regulations.
- Provide technical expertise and guidance on cybersecurity best practices to project teams and stakeholders.
- Stay current with emerging threats and technologies in the cybersecurity field and propose innovative solutions to address evolving challenges.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
- Solid understanding of hardware and related security principles
- Familiarity with security standards and protocols
- Cross-disciplinary understanding of complex systems and the interplay between HW, SW and embedded layers
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities, with the capacity to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary environment.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Dynamic and collaborative work environment with exposure to cutting-edge technology and challenging projects.