Job Title: Security Analyst

Job Description

This remote role supports a leading technology and product development company with over 200 products that require security assessments. The products vary in complexity, with some containing simple motor controls and others featuring advanced technologies such as USB-C ports, Bluetooth, WiFi, cloud connectivity, IoT technology, MCUs, and chips. The main objective is to identify potential security concerns in these products and share findings with the Product teams. This is a 12 month, full-time consulting role that could lead to permanent employment within embedded systems and cybersecurity.

Responsibilities

• Lead security assessments of products to determine risks.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of Product Security program initiatives and serve as a subject matter expert for select security initiatives.
• Drive processes and education to understand security requirements.
• Develop standards and procedures for security processes.
• Be proactive in analyzing and remediating security incidents and/or security risks.
• Establish partnerships and rapport with business, IT, and security teams to communicate remediation prioritization, timelines, and updates.
• Create reports and give presentations to technical audiences.
• Participate in the analysis and remediation of security risks and incidents.

Essential Skills

• Firmware engineering experience.
• Cybersecurity expertise.
• Experience with IoT technology, chips, and MCUs.
• Ability to assess security risks of physical products.
• Strong communication skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with assessing security risk of IoT, chips, and MCUs.
• Ability to communicate well across teams.

Work Environment

This is a remote position. The role involves investigating and assessing the security risks of a wide range of products, from simple motor controls to advanced IoT devices. The work requires regular communication and collaboration with product teams, IT, and security teams. The position offers the potential for long-term engagement and growth within the field of embedded systems and cybersecurity.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $70.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 4, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $55 - $70