Senior Hardware Security Expert

Company Description

SGS Brightsight is the world’s largest independent security evaluation lab, with accredited facilities across the globe. Our teams in Delft (The Netherlands), Barcelona and Madrid (Spain), Graz (Austria), Meyreuil (France), Beijing and Shanghai (China), Taipei (Taiwan), Singapore, and the USA are dedicated to helping companies ensure their products comply with the latest security regulations and requirements. With over 35 years of experience in evaluating IT products across various industries, we work at the forefront of security, evaluating products against stringent governmental and private standards. 

At SGS Brightsight, our knowledge-driven environment is powered by professionals from diverse technical backgrounds. We pride ourselves on fostering an open, ambitious, and international atmosphere that values continuous growth. More information about our work can be found at SGS Brightsight: Security Evaluation Lab.

Job Description

SGS Brightsight is looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Hardware Security Expert. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in hardware design, vulnerability assessment, and security. This role requires deep expertise in secure elements, system-on-chips (SoCs), and embedded systems. 

Main Responsibilities: 

• Hardware Design Reviews: Conduct comprehensive reviews of secure elements, SoCs, cryptographic IPs, and soft IPs to ensure security and compliance with industry standards. 
• Vulnerability Analysis: Perform in-depth vulnerability analysis to identify and address potential security risks. 
• Test Plan Design: Design and implement detailed test plans for evaluating the security of hardware components. 
• Technical Leadership: Serve as the technical lead in security evaluations, guiding and mentoring the evaluation team. 
• Consultancy Services: Provide pre-evaluation consultancy services to help clients prepare for formal security assessments. 
• Continuous Innovation: Engage in research and development to advance security methodologies, staying ahead of emerging threats and technologies. 

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in Electrical or Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field. 
• Proven experience in hardware security engineering or a related domain. 
• Strong understanding of embedded systems, secure elements, and SoC architectures. 
• Expertise in cryptographic algorithms and hardware security mechanisms. 
• Proven experience in vulnerability analysis and test plan design. 
• Strong knowledge about attack methods such as physical attacks, fault injection or side-channel. 
• Experience with formal security evaluation processes (e.g., Common Criteria, EMVCo), as an evaluator, consultant or developer. 
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills. 

Additional Information

SGS Brightsight provides a very good training program, from the basics to expert level We offer a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and development We offer a competitive salary package based on the candidate.

At SGS Brightsight you will:

• Be part of a multicultural team with highly motivated colleagues from all over the world
• Work for the recognized global leader in security evaluations
• Work with all major developers on their latest innovations
• Enjoy an informal and intellectually challenging work environment.