IoT Cybersecurity Specialist

Watford

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An opportunity for an IoT Cybersecurity Specialist has become available with a leading organisation based near Watford, Hertfordshire.

As the IoT Cybersecurity Specialist, you will be responsible for leading Cybersecurity compliance initiatives for IoT and connected devices, including consumer electronics, industrial and medical devices, ensuring regulatory compliance is achieved.

This role requires skills and experience in cybersecurity combined with practical knowledge of electronic devices, conduction conformity testing to ensure products meet standards and related regulations.

Responsibilities:

Serve as cybersecurity technical compliance authority for IoT and Connected Devices
Maintain and improve test techniques for the IoT laboratory.
Research and identify new potential test equipment for the IoT laboratory.
Report on compliance, accreditation and operational related issues.
Ensure that compliance processes are established, implemented and maintained
Ensuring processes meet accreditation requirements and remain effective
Provide technical assistance with customers during testing and certification
To assist in the maintenance and continuous improvement on automated reporting tools.
Prepare Test Reports for customers and ensure timely delivery and communication.
Maintaining CREST CPSA Level or equivalent qualification.
Skills & Experience Required:

Proven experience of hardware cybersecurity testing for IoT and connected devices
Previous experience in Product IOT cybersecurity
Sound knowledge in the different IOT product cybersecurity regulations
Experience of delivering testing and assessment services to standards and procedures for IoT.
Relevant experience with ETSI EN (Apply online only), ETSI TS (Apply online only), RED EN 18031, IEC 62443, UL2900 and OWASP standards.
Strong foundation in programming languages and networking is essential.
Understanding of microcontrollers and real-time operating systems – STM32, ESP32, etc.
Proficient with UART, JTAG, SPI, I2C for debugging and testing purposes.
Knowledge of wireless protocols as Zigbee, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Cellular, LoRaWAN, etc.
Familiar with different testing frameworks Nmap, Burp Suite, Nessus, Wireshark, etc.

This is a great opportunity to be part of a leading organisation with a global reputation, in role where you can shape the future of IoT Cybersecurity compliance and regulatory affairs.

Apply now with you latest CV to apply or call Steve Powell at Owen Daniels to find out more

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