Software Security Architect
NXP Semiconductors
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: Glasgow • United Kingdom
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Tech Stack
About the role
- Specify, design, and review system software security architectures and implementations
- Conduct threat analysis and risk assessments for security systems
- Manage security requirements by defining and linking security mechanisms to functional requirements, incorporating innovative security mechanisms into the system software architecture
- Perform root cause analysis of security defects and develop countermeasures
- Serve as the technical interface to customers, evaluation labs, and product development teams
Requirements
- PhD or Master's degree in Cryptography, Security, Software Engineering, Electronics, or Mathematics
- Solid experience in security or cryptography
- Experience or interest in AI security
- Extensive experience in embedded software development using C and assembly
- Strong knowledge of SoCs software stacks, middleware, and applications
- Familiarity with key cybersecurity standards
- Independent working style with a willingness to listen and adapt
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong team player
Benefits
- Career Development Opportunities
- Commitment to sustainability
- Inclusive work environment
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
system software security architecturesthreat analysisrisk assessmentsroot cause analysisC programmingassembly programmingembedded software developmentSoCs software stacksmiddlewareAI security
Soft Skills
independent working styleexcellent communication skillsstrong team playerwillingness to listenadaptability
Certifications
PhD in CryptographyMaster's degree in SecurityMaster's degree in Software EngineeringMaster's degree in ElectronicsMaster's degree in Mathematics