Senior Cyber Security Research Scientist

Raleigh, WV - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Location:

Raleigh North Carolina United States

Job ID:

R0110795

Date Posted:

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

Job Description:

Senior Cyber Security Research Scientist

The Opportunity

At Hitachi Energy were shaping the future of power systems through cutting-edge research and innovation. As a Senior Research Scientist in Cyber Security youll be at the forefront of protecting the digital backbone of the energy grid. This is more than a jobits a mission to secure the systems that power communities industries and economies.

Youll join a global team of forward-thinking researchers and engineers working to safeguard industrial control systems (ICS) embedded platforms and cloud-connected infrastructure. Your work will directly influence the development of secure technologies used in grid modernization renewable integration and digital substations.

This role offers the chance to lead strategic initiatives collaborate with top-tier experts and contribute to the global energy transition. Whether youre a seasoned cybersecurity professional or someone with adjacent experience in embedded systems or industrial automation this is your opportunity to make a tangible impact in a sector that touches billions of lives.

If youre driven by innovation passionate about security and ready to help build a more resilient energy future we invite you to explore this opportunity with us.

How Youll Make an Impact

Develop security architecture and new security mechanisms for industrial control system (ICS) solutions.
Develop processes for secure development and operation of critical infrastructure systems participate in the development of standards and policies.
Advise Hitachi Energy R&D units on security weaknesses and mitigations using your deep technical expertise.
Identify weaknesses in embedded systems and IoT/cloud applications using conceptual analysis of requirements architecture and design documents.
Propose contribute to and lead research and development projects with a global team of researchers and engineers in Hitachi Energy business units.
Drive the development and execution of thought leadership and strategic initiatives in cyber security.
Guide cross-functional teams and engage with industry stakeholders to shape future direction for cyber security.
Monitor the global IT and OT security landscape for relevant developments.
Disseminate your results in scientific publications patent applications and technical reports.
Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations procedures and guidelines.

Your Background

Doctorate degree preferred in Cyber Security Computer Science Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering or other relevant disciplines or masters degree with relevant research experience.
Solid understanding of cybersecurity for industrial control systems (ICS).
Experience contributing to software development projects as defense (blue) team to collaboratively make defense-aware design decisions.
Knowledge of threat modeling security vulnerabilities and measures.
Relevant certifications (e.g. OSCP/OSCE SANS/GIAC) welcome.
Demonstrated experience in leading cyber security-related strategic initiatives with a proven track record of driving impactful outcomes.
Desirable to have prior professional experience with or supporting U.S. Department of Defense initiatives defense contractors or military-related programs.
Excellent spoken and written communication skills in English and good presentation skills.
Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.

More About Us

We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefits to support your financial physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us in work and out.

For this role depending on grade and experience we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules):
Health Care: medical (PPO CDHP with HSA HMO) dental and vision.
Financial Wellbeing: Employer sponsored pension - 401(k) Program with generous company match and contribution Life/AD&D Insurance disability insurance.
Family Care: Life and Family (Legal pet auto home identity theft etc.) special needs support and adoption assistance.
Work-Life: Enhanced leave programs (FMLA Military Service Leave Maternal Paternal adoption vacation and holiday).
Employee Engagement and Development: Employee Resource Groups (depending on location) tuition reimbursement program on-demand learning platforms.

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Required Experience:

Senior IC

Location:Raleigh North Carolina United StatesJob ID: R0110795Date Posted:Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY USA INCProfession (Job Category):Engineering & ScienceJob Schedule:Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:Senior Cyber Security Research ScientistThe OpportunityAt Hitachi Energy were shaping the future o...