GE Vernova · 1 month ago
Senior Application Development Cyber Security Engineer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expGE Vernova is seeking a seasoned Cyber Security Engineer to lead the development and integration of secure architectures for critical Transmission & Distribution systems. This role involves defining cybersecurity strategy across hardware and software platforms, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving product security initiatives.
EnergyEnergy EfficiencySustainability
Responsibilities
Act as the cybersecurity design authority for T&D products, defining end-to-end architectures across hardware, firmware, and cloud-connected systems, advising on secure protocols, cryptography, authentication, and network hardening
Translate and implement global regulatory standards (IEC 62443, IEC 61850, IEC 62351, NERC CIP) into product requirements, and lead technical strategy planning, architecture reviews, and security certification efforts
Guide engineering teams through threat modeling, secure coding, SDLC best practices, and CIE adoption to mitigate cyber-physical risks affecting safety, reliability, or operations
Define and support embedded and software-based security features using C/C++, Python, and modern toolchains, while collaborating on penetration testing, fuzz testing, code reviews, and security simulations
Lead cross-functional initiatives with PSL, product management, compliance, field operations, and R&D to align cybersecurity objectives and ensure systems meet resilience and compliance expectations
Monitor cybersecurity trends, ICS/OT threat landscapes, and emerging technologies, recommending tools and methods to enhance product security posture
Partner with PSL, incident response and product security teams to support vulnerability remediation, post-incident analysis, and contribute to the creation of security documentation, including architecture specs, procedures, and training materials
Represent the company in industry forums, standards bodies, and technical panels, and contribute to white papers, patents, and technical publications supporting innovation and thought leadership for Grid Automation
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field
Minimum of 8 years of engineering experience, with 5 years focused on cybersecurity for embedded or software-defined systems
Preferred
Professional certifications such as CISSP, GIAC (GPEN/GXPN), CEH, or ISA/IEC 62443 preferred
Proven ability to secure OT/ICS environments, preferably within the energy or utilities sector
Deep familiarity with industrial protocols (e.g., IEC 61850, DNP3, Modbus, IEEE 2030.5) and relevant cybersecurity standards
Experience in embedded system development (C/C++, RTOS), as well as Linux/Windows platforms
Strong hands-on background in PKI, identity management, network security appliances, and security monitoring
Proficient in threat modeling, risk/vulnerability assessment, and using forensic/security analysis tools
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, able to translate technical content for non-technical audiences
Exposure to quality improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) is a plus
Recognized as a thought leader through publications, patents, or industry involvement
Willingness to travel for customer engagements, conferences, and global collaboration
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
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