Principal Engineer

This Principal Engineer- Embedded Cybersecurity job is a Direct Hire role with our client located in Niskayuna NY 12309 (Onsite). We’re ideally looking for applicants to have a solid background in the Embedded Security.

Salary Range: $120000 - $200000/year; The salary may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.

Essential Responsibilities

• As a Principal Embedded Cybersecurity Engineer at xxx, you will play a critical role in developing and applying advanced cybersecurity technologies for embedded systems used in aerospace products. Your responsibilities will include:
• Independent and Team-Based Work: Lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams to create cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions for embedded systems across xxxx products.
• Collaborative Solution Development: Partner with hardware, software, and firmware developers, as well as engineering tool providers, to identify and implement optimal solutions for complex aerospace applications.
• Project Leadership: Manage and lead medium- to large-sized cybersecurity projects, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results.

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with a minimum of 15 years of industry experience; OR

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with a minimum of 10 years of industry experience; OR

Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with a minimum of 7 years of industry experience.

Cybersecurity Expertise:

Familiarity with CNSS 1.0/2.0 and NIST cryptographic algorithms and standards.

Strong background in software development for embedded systems, including knowledge of computer architecture, Linux OS, and/or RTOS environments.

Expertise in networking protocols and network security.

Proficiency in embedded programming languages such as C/C++, Python, Go, or Rust.

Experience with Linux OS security in embedded systems.

Security Clearance:

Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance.

Travel: Willingness to travel a minimum of 2 weeks per year.

Ideal Candidate Characteristics

Active U.S. Government Security Clearance.

Experience with embedded devices (e.g., Xilinx, NXP, Microchip).

Expertise in hardware-based security solutions such as UEFI, TPM, ARM TrustZone, and Secure Boot.

Proficiency with cryptographic libraries such as OpenSSL and/or WolfSSL.

Experience with embedded development in an RTOS environment (e.g., VxWorks, FreeRTOS).

Familiarity with anti-tamper technologies and cross-domain solutions.

Strong ability to translate innovative ideas from concept to product.

Excellent analytical and interpersonal skills.

Experience with Agile methodologies for program management.

If you are interested in this role, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis, or any questions, feel free to contact me at 610-200-0828 or prakhar.gupta@akkodisgroup.com.

Benefits include but are not limited to:

• 401(k) with match
• Medical insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision assistance
• Paid Time Off

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

· The California Fair Chance Act

· Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

· Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

· San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance