Robotics Cybersecurity Engineer (M.S. or Ph.D.)

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We are currently seeking a Robotics Cybersecurity Engineer for our Electrical Engineering & Computer Science Practice in Phoenix AZ; Pittsburgh PA; or another U.S. location. In this role you will work as part of a team to help clients design evaluate and improve the cybersecurity of robotic and autonomous systems used in safety- and mission-critical environments. You will support clients throughout the lifecycle of robotic systems from early architecture and threat modeling through development testing deployment and assurance.

You will help clients build security into robots they are developing assess the security and fitness-for-purpose of existing robotic systems and establish practical cybersecurity assurance programs for robotic platforms operating in industrial transportation medical and defense environments.

• Delivering highly technical consulting services to help clients design build evaluate and operate secure robotic and autonomous systems used in safety- and mission-critical applications
• Assessing the cybersecurity posture of robotic systems including embedded software sensors actuators communications autonomy stacks cloud or edge infrastructure operator interfaces and supporting development environments
• Leading or supporting threat modeling security architecture reviews vulnerability assessments penetration testing and risk assessments for robotic and autonomous systems
• Helping clients define implement and evaluate DevSecOps practices for robotics development including secure software development secure CI/CD pipelines automated security testing and simulation SBOM generation vulnerability management and secure release processes
• Developing cybersecurity assurance practices frameworks and evidence packages for robotic systems
• Advising clients on secure system architecture including identity and access management secure communications encryption key management secure boot trusted execution software update mechanisms logging monitoring and incident response
• Leading or collaborating on all phases of the client engagement lifecycle including identifying client needs framing and scoping business problems developing project and sprint plans building and evaluating secure robotics solutions and translating insights into actionable recommendations
• Advising clients on both technical and strategic business solutions identifying new technology-driven opportunities and helping clients plan scalable sustainable and efficient systems
• Supporting business development by proactively building relationships with clients identifying new project opportunities and helping craft and execute business and technical solutions either independently or collaboratively with firm leadership

• Ph.D. in Robotics Computer Science Software Engineering Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering or a related technical discipline or an M.S. with at least 3 years of relevant work experience after the completion of the M.S. degree
• Our contracts with the United States Government for this position require proof of U.S. citizenship and the possession of or ability to obtain a DoD security clearance
• Experience securing robotic autonomous embedded cyber-physical operational technology or safety-critical systems
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity engineering principles including threat modeling secure architecture vulnerability assessment penetration testing secure software development and risk management
• Familiarity with robotics software and systems such as ROS/ROS 2 real-time operating systems embedded Linux microcontrollers sensors actuators perception systems autonomy stacks or robotic communications protocols
• Experience with one or more relevant programming languages such as C C Python Rust Java or similar languages used in robotics embedded systems or cybersecurity tooling
• Familiarity with secure software development practices DevSecOps CI/CD pipelines code analysis dependency management SBOMs container security and vulnerability management
• Strong communication skills with a demonstrated ability to translate complex technical scientific and business concepts for diverse audiences
• Business acumen and entrepreneurial mindset with a track record of identifying value for clients framing business plans and driving business development
• Strong project management and organizational skills; ability to thrive independently and as a collaborative team member in fast-paced multidisciplinary settings

Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV (Curriculum Vitae) with publications (feel free to include publications that are in review or pending) not restricted to 1 page.

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Our consultants are rewarded for their technical and business contributions and have an opportunity to plan for future success and career growth. Exponents total compensation plan is consistent with its expectations of the quality and quantity of work performed and with the professional standards set by Exponent. At the Associate and Senior Associate level total compensation includes base salary bi-weekly bonuses for high-intensity efforts annual bonus and 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.

The base salary range for this position is dependent on experience and capabilities which will be assessed during the interview process.