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Hitachi Energy · 2 months ago

Senior Cyber Security Research Scientist

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

Hitachi Energy is shaping the future of power systems through cutting-edge research and innovation. As a Senior Research Scientist in Cyber Security, you will protect the digital backbone of the energy grid by developing secure technologies for grid modernization and renewable integration.

EnergyManufacturing

No H1B

Responsibilities

Develop security architecture and new security mechanisms for industrial control system (ICS) solutions

Develop processes for secure development and operation of critical infrastructure systems, participate in the development of standards and policies

Advise Hitachi Energy R&D units on security weaknesses and mitigations using your deep technical expertise

Identify weaknesses in embedded systems and IoT/cloud applications using conceptual analysis of requirements, architecture, and design documents

Propose, contribute to and lead research and development projects with a global team of researchers and engineers in Hitachi Energy business units

Drive the development and execution of thought leadership and strategic initiatives in cyber security

Guide cross-functional teams and engage with industry stakeholders to shape future direction for cyber security

Monitor the global IT and OT security landscape for relevant developments

Disseminate your results in scientific publications, patent applications, and technical reports

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines

Qualification

Cybersecurity for ICSSecurity architecture developmentThreat modelingSoftware development experienceRelevant certificationsLeadership in cybersecurity initiativesCommunication skills

Required

Doctorate degree preferred in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or other relevant disciplines, or master's degree with relevant research experience

Solid understanding of cybersecurity for industrial control systems (ICS)

Experience contributing to software development projects as defense (“blue”) team to collaboratively make defense-aware design decisions

Knowledge of threat modeling, security vulnerabilities, and measures

Relevant certifications (e.g. OSCP/OSCE, SANS/GIAC) welcome

Demonstrated experience in leading cyber security-related strategic initiatives, with a proven track record of driving impactful outcomes

Excellent spoken and written communication skills in English and good presentation skills

Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States

Preferred

Desirable to have prior professional experience with or supporting U.S. Department of Defense initiatives, defense contractors, or military-related programs