Embedded Security Testing Engineer

Company: Work4ce Inc
Location: Plano
Posted on: March 18, 2023

Job Description:

We are looking for a highly motivated Embedded Security Testing Engineer to join our team at Toyota in Plano, TX.
We offer competitive benefits for the Embedded Security Testing Engineer role including: 17 PTO days, 8 Paid Holidays, IRA match of 3%, Paid OT, 100% paid employer premiums for health, dental and vision insurance, and MORE!
**This role is hybrid!
Embedded Security Testing Engineer In this role you will play a pivotal role in shaping the overall cybersecurity posture for Toyota. As an embedded security testing engineer, you will be responsible for leading and performing advanced security testing engagements for current and forward-model systems throughout Toyota's Connected Car ecosystem.
Top skills/Must haves:1. Embedded Hardware Security2. Reverse Engineering3. Linux
Preferred skills/Pluses:

• Experience with Reverse Engineering
• Experience with Binary Analysis methods and tools (e.g., IDA Pro, Ghidra)
• Experience working with various operating systems such as MacOS, Windows and Android operating systems
  Responsibilities:
  • Perform analysis of security requirements specifications and generate corresponding test specifications for a variety of products during design phase
  • Lead and perform execution of security test specifications during verification phase ensuring that the specified security requirements have been implemented sufficiently
  • Perform other testing activities including pen testing and reverse engineering against embedded hardware and firmware with goals of identifying implementation flaws
  • Communicate complex technical findings, remediation guidance and recommendations effectively both verbally and written to technical and non-technical staff
  • Research and stay up to date on new attack vectors, vulnerabilities, and exploitation techniques
  • Lead and participate in small to large-scale individual and matrix-based groups, initiatives, or mentoring others in technical/functional security areas
  • Lead and participate in technology security design reviews with the ability to efficiently communicate potential issues and risks
    Requirements:
    • Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity or related is strongly desired
    • Demonstrate a good working knowledge of core security concepts, embedded security best practices (e.g. secure boot, secure debug, secure storage, secure communications) and the secure development lifecycle activities
    • Hands-on experience with designing and testing of the core embedded security concepts above
    • Experience with reverse engineering and binary analysis methods and tools (e.g. IDA Pro, Ghidra)
    • Experience with vulnerability analysis using CVSS scoring and CWE types
    • Knowledge of Linux and other embedded operating systems is preferred
    • Proficient in C, C++, Python (specifically for writing tools to help tasks)
    • Hands-on experience securing Linux, MacOS, Windows and Android operating systems
    • Ability to handle tasks with significant complexity under minimal supervision requiring a high degree of technical competence
    • Experience with on-board communication interfaces such JTAG, SPI, UART, and SWD
      Additional Valued Attributes:
      • Experience in designing, developing and debugging embedded security applications is a plus
      • Familiarity with Automotive and Industry standards and best practices such at ISO-SAE 21434, SAE J3101
      • Knowledge of common communication protocols found in the automotive ecosystem such as TCP/IP, Automotive Ethernet, CAN, LIN, MOST, 3G/4G/LTE, Bluetooth, BLE, Wi-Fi
      • Knowledge of cryptography and applied cryptography for provisioning secure hardware is desirable
      • Knowledge of ARM (including Trust Zone architecture) and other embedded microprocessors
      • Practical experience with security controls for POSIX type operating systems
      • Understanding of SoC security technologies (e.g. eFuses, HAB)
      • Experience designing small PCBs for testing purposes
      • Hands-on experience with soldering and "chip-off" equipment
      • Familiarity with reading wiring schematics and component datasheets
      • Experience with vulnerability management process (from proof-of-concept to remediation)

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