Senior Application Development Cyber Security Engineer

GE Vernova

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Markham - Canada

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: Yesterday
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description Summary

We are seeking a seasoned Cyber Security Engineer to lead the development and integration of secure architectures for critical Transmission & Distribution (T&D) systems.

As a recognized technical authority you will define cybersecurity strategy across hardware embedded systems and software-defined platforms in modern electric gridsspanning protection control and energy management technologies for Grid Automation business unit.

You will embed Security by Design and Cyber-Informed Engineering (CIE) principles throughout the product lifecycle operating at the intersection of operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT). Your work will help drive regulatory compliance product security and support both R&D teams and utility customers in securing mission-critical infrastructure.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

  • Act as the cybersecurity design authority for T&D products defining end-to-end architectures across hardware firmware and cloud-connected systems advising on secure protocols cryptography authentication and network hardening.
  • Translate and implement global regulatory standards (IEC 62443 IEC 61850 IEC 62351 NERC CIP) into product requirements and lead technical strategy planning architecture reviews and security certification efforts.
  • Guide engineering teams through threat modeling secure coding SDLC best practices and CIE adoption to mitigate cyber-physical risks affecting safety reliability or operations.
  • Define and support embedded and software-based security features using C/C Python and modern toolchains while collaborating 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 and ensure systems meet resilience and compliance expectations.
  • Monitor cybersecurity trends ICS/OT threat landscapes and emerging technologies recommending tools and methods to enhance product security posture.
  • Partner with PSL incident response and product security teams to support vulnerability remediation post-incident analysis and contribute to the creation of security documentation including architecture specs procedures and training materials.
  • Represent the company in industry forums standards bodies and technical panels and contribute to white papers patents and technical publications supporting innovation and thought leadership for Grid Automation.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelors degree in engineering Computer Science Cybersecurity or a related field.
  • Minimum of 8 years of engineering experience with 5 years focused on cybersecurity for embedded or software-defined systems.

Desired Characteristics:

  • 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) and relevant cybersecurity standards.
  • Experience in embedded system development (C/C RTOS) as well as Linux/Windows platforms.
  • Strong hands-on background in PKI identity management network security appliances and security monitoring.
  • Proficient in threat modeling risk/vulnerability assessment and using forensic/security analysis tools..
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills able to translate technical content for non-technical audiences.
  • Exposure to quality improvement methodologies (e.g. Lean Six Sigma) is a plus.
  • Recognized as a thought leader through publications patents or industry involvement.
  • Willingness to travel for customer engagements conferences and global collaboration.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position

Application Deadline: December 08 2025

Required Experience:

Senior IC

Job Description SummaryWe are seeking a seasoned Cyber Security Engineer to lead the development and integration of secure architectures for critical Transmission & Distribution (T&D) systems. As a recognized technical authority you will define cybersecurity strategy across hardware embedded systems...
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