Lead Cybersecurity Engineer - Embedded Systems - Vernova Research
GE VernovaAbout the role
Job Description Summary
GE Vernova’s Advanced Research business is the central innovation engine for GE’s portfolio of energy businesses, which will be unified under one banner called GE Vernova. The research organization is made up of 250+ researchers representing virtually every major scientific and engineering discipline. Collectively, they are driving major research programs and initiatives to decarbonize power, accelerate renewables, and promote electrification and the creation of a 21st century grid fit to power a zero-carbon energy future.As a Lead Cybersecurity Engineer – Embedded Systems, you will be responsible for the
transition of breakthrough cybersecurity technologies from lab concepts to fieldable prototypes that protect critical industrial and defense systems. You’ll collaborate across GE Vernova businesses, suppliers, universities, and industrial partners; lead technical work scopes and small-to-medium R&D projects; and contribute to the broader community through publications, patents, and open-source engagement.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities:
· Work with GE Vernova businesses to develop and transition cybersecurity technologies for embedded systems from early-stage lab demonstrations to fieldable prototypes.
· Work with hardware suppliers and engineering tool providers to identify the best solutions for the most challenging industrial and defense applications.
· Collaborate with universities, industrial consortiums, commercial partners, and others to advance the state of the art in OT cybersecurity for embedded systems.
· Lead and manage small- to medium-sized R&D projects or tasks.
· Publish technical papers, file patents, and contribute to open-source communities.
· Assist with the development of new business opportunities by contributing to or leading external proposals.
Required Qualifications:
· Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related disciplines OR master’s degree in computer science, Electrical Engineering, or related disciplines with a minimum of 4 years of industry experience OR bachelor’s degree in computer science, Electrical Engineering, or related disciplines with a minimum of 6 years of industry experience.
· Strong background in software development for embedded systems such as: computer architecture, Linux OS, network protocols
· Strong embedded programming skills such as: C/C++, Python, Bash/Shell
· Experience with Linux security and Linux driver development.
· Track record of leading cybersecurity programs
· Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals at the Masters or bachelor’s level for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
· Because of the specific categories of data handled by GE Research and the structure of our work environment, we are unable to accommodate employment of persons while they are considered nationals of embargoed countries subject to restriction under the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR), 15 CFR Section 746 et seq. (currently North Korea, Syria, Iran and Cuba). Please note that citizens of embargoed countries who have either “U.S. person” status under U.S. export control laws or subsequent citizenship from a non-embargoed country can be considered.
· Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY.
· Must be 18 years or older.
· You must submit your application for employment on the careers page at www.gecareers.com to be considered.
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