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Exponent · 2 weeks ago

Security-Focused Embedded Systems Engineer/Evaluator (Ph.D.)

Menlo Park, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$132K/yr - $154K/yr

Exponent is a premium engineering and scientific consulting firm that addresses unique challenges through multidisciplinary expertise. They are seeking a Security-Focused Embedded Systems Engineer/Evaluator to test and troubleshoot secure identity credentials and other security peripherals, ensuring they meet standards for performance and security.

Consulting

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Performing electrical and digital lab tests after completing training

Creating clear and concise reports and visualizations for clients

Managing technical expectations of stakeholders

Developing your cybersecurity expertise through certification programs

Qualification

Hardware securityCryptographyC/C++PythonElectrical engineeringDigital lab testingProblem solvingLearn languagesInstrumentation skillsTroubleshooting skillsCommunicationTeamwork

Required

Ph.D. in Physics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field

Strong hands-on engineering, lab, instrumentation, and research abilities

Problem solving skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Experience with and an interest in hardware security, network communications and security, cryptography

Software experience in one or more of the following languages: C/C++, Python, Java, Swift is preferred

Ability to learn new computer languages if needed

Ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams

Our contracts with the United States Government for this position require proof of U.S. citizenship and the possession of or ability to obtain a DoD security clearance