GE Vernova · 1 month ago
Cybersecurity Research Engineer - Embedded Systems - Vernova Research
Niskayuna
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$89K/yr - $148K/yr
3+ years expGE Vernova is a company focused on innovative energy solutions, and they are seeking a Lead Cybersecurity Engineer – Embedded Systems. In this role, you will be responsible for transitioning cybersecurity technologies from lab concepts to fieldable prototypes, collaborating with various stakeholders, and leading R&D projects.
EnergyEnergy EfficiencySustainability
Responsibilities
Work with GE Vernova businesses to develop and transition cybersecurity technologies for embedded systems from early-stage lab demonstrations to fieldable prototypes
Work with hardware suppliers and engineering tool providers to identify the best solutions for the most challenging industrial and defense applications
Collaborate with universities, industrial consortiums, commercial partners, and others to advance the state of the art in OT cybersecurity for embedded systems
Lead and manage small- to medium-sized R&D projects or tasks
Publish technical papers, file patents, and contribute to open-source communities
Assist with the development of new business opportunities by contributing to or leading external proposals
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related disciplines OR master's degree in computer science, Electrical Engineering, or related disciplines with a minimum of 3 years of industry experience OR bachelor's degree in computer science, Electrical Engineering, or related disciplines with a minimum of 5 years of industry experience
Strong background in software development for embedded systems such as: computer architecture, Linux OS, network protocols
Strong embedded programming skills such as: C/C++, Python, Bash/Shell
Experience with Linux security and Linux driver development
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will only sponsor individuals at the Ph.D. level. We will not sponsor individuals at the Masters or bachelor's level for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening
Because of the specific categories of data handled by GE Research and the structure of our work environment, we are unable to accommodate employment of persons while they are considered nationals of embargoed countries subject to restriction under the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR), 15 CFR Section 746 et seq. (currently North Korea, Syria, Iran and Cuba). Please note that citizens of embargoed countries who have either 'U.S. person' status under U.S. export control laws or subsequent citizenship from a non-embargoed country can be considered
Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY
Preferred
Experience with Industrial protocols such as Modbus/TCP, Modbus RTU, DNP3, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, OPC UA/DA, BACnet, IEC 60870-5-104, IEC 61850, MQTT, CAN/CANopen
Experience with ICS/SCADA architectures such as PLCs/RTUs/HMIs, Historians, Fieldbus, edge gateways, DMZ patterns
Experience with OT network design such as Purdue Model, segmentation, VLANs, firewalls, zero-trust in OT
Experience with OT security standards and practices such as IEC 62443, NERC CIP, NIST 800-82, SBOM, secure firmware updates
Experience with Monitoring and remote access such as Passive asset discovery, protocol-aware IDS, secure vendor access, MFA in OT environment
Experience with Deterministic networking and timing concepts such as QoS, PTP, TSN considerations in safety-critical systems
Experience with device hardening including pen testing
Experience with hardware-based security (e.g., HSM, TPM, ARM TrustZone, Secure Boot, etc.)
Working knowledge of cryptographic algorithms, protocols, or standards (e.g., TLS, X.509)
Experience with embedded development in an RTOS environment (e.g., QNX, VxWorks, etc.)
Experience with embedded Linux (e.g., Yocto) and firmware development
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
Access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan
Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
Access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability benefits
Life insurance
12 paid holidays
Permissive time off
Company
GE Vernova
GE Vernova provides energy consulting, gas power, and grid solutions.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$7.68MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Energy Office of ElectricityARPA-E
2024-12-03Grant· $2.99M
2024-12-03Grant· $1.99M
2024-11-18Grant· $2.7M
Leadership Team
Scott Reese
President and CEO, GE Digital
Scott Strazik
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
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