Senior Cyber Security Engineer – Application Development

Switzerland Global Enterprise

full-time

Posted on: 9/6/2025

Origin: • 🇺🇸 United States

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💰 $152,400 - $190,000 per year

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About the role

Act as the cybersecurity design authority for T&D products, defining end-to-end architectures across hardware, firmware, and cloud-connected systems
Translate and implement global regulatory standards (IEC 62443, IEC 61850, IEC 62351, NERC CIP) into product requirements and lead security certification efforts
Guide engineering teams through threat modeling, secure coding, SDLC best practices, and Cyber-Informed Engineering adoption
Define and support embedded and software-based security features using C/C++, Python, and modern toolchains
Collaborate 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
Monitor cybersecurity trends, ICS/OT threat landscapes, and recommend tools and methods to enhance product security posture
Partner with PSL, incident response and product security teams to support vulnerability remediation and post-incident analysis
Create security documentation including architecture specs, procedures, and training materials
Represent the company in industry forums, standards bodies, and technical panels; contribute to white papers, patents, and publications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field
Minimum of 8 years of engineering experience
Minimum of 5 years focused on cybersecurity for embedded or software-defined systems
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)
Familiarity with cybersecurity standards (IEC 62443, IEC 61850, IEC 62351, NERC CIP)
Experience in embedded system development (C/C++, RTOS)
Experience with Linux and Windows platforms
Proficiency in C/C++ and Python and modern toolchains
Hands-on background in PKI, identity management, network security appliances, and security monitoring
Experience with penetration testing, fuzz testing, code reviews, and security simulations
Proficient in threat modeling, risk/vulnerability assessment, and using forensic/security analysis tools
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Willingness to travel for customer engagements, conferences, and global collaboration
Exposure to quality improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) is a plus
Recognized as a thought leader through publications, patents, or industry involvement