IoT Security Specialist
Securing the Internet of Things for connected device ecosystems.
Role Overview
As an IoT Security Specialist, you will focus on securing Internet of Things devices and ecosystems, working with embedded systems, industrial control systems, and smart device networks. This role requires a unique blend of cybersecurity expertise and understanding of hardware, firmware, and embedded system security.
You will help organizations navigate the complex security challenges of connected devices while enabling the benefits of IoT technologies in industrial, healthcare, and consumer environments.
Key Responsibilities
Assess security risks in IoT devices, embedded systems, and industrial control systems (ICS/SCADA) environments.
Design and implement security architectures for IoT deployments including device authentication, secure communication protocols, and network segmentation.
Conduct security testing of IoT devices including firmware analysis, hardware security assessment, and protocol fuzzing.
Develop security standards and best practices for IoT device lifecycle management including secure provisioning, updates, and decommissioning.
Collaborate with product development teams to integrate security into IoT device design and manufacturing processes.
Monitor IoT security threats and vulnerabilities, providing threat intelligence and security guidance to stakeholders.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field.
4+ years of experience in IoT security, embedded systems security, or industrial control system security.
Strong knowledge of embedded systems, microcontrollers, and hardware security concepts including secure boot and hardware security modules.
Experience with IoT communication protocols (MQTT, CoAP, LoRaWAN) and wireless security (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee).
Familiarity with industrial protocols (Modbus, DNP3, IEC 61850) and operational technology (OT) security principles.
Programming skills in C/C++, Python, and assembly language for embedded system analysis and security testing.
