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This role is REMOTE anywhere located in the USA.
The Security Engineer will perform both billable and non-billable tasks required to evaluate cryptographic IT products, which includes:
A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions (NYSE: ULS) transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers’ product innovation and business growth. The UL Mark serves as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers’ products and reflects an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.
UL LLC Has Been And Will Continue To Be An Equal Opportunity Employer. To Assure Full Implementation Of This Equal Employment Policy, We Will Take Steps To Assure That
Persons are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, color, age, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, religion, creed, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy, marital or familial status, or any other protected category under applicable law.
This role is REMOTE anywhere located in the USA.
The Security Engineer will perform both billable and non-billable tasks required to evaluate cryptographic IT products, which includes:
- Security analysis
- Documentation authoring
- Source code review
- Operational testing
- Presentations and workshops
- Report writing
- Status reporting
- Maintain/improve technical knowledge
- Perform related duties as directed
- Audit-related tasks
- Presentations and workshops with customers
- Cryptographic module design specification review
- Authoring of security documentation
- Preparation and execution of source code test plans including reporting observed test results
- Preparation and execution of operational test plans using port analyzers and debug tools which also includes reporting observed test results
- Performing other testing activities on an as-required/as-tasked basis
- Conducting all testing activities in accordance with all applicable standards and methodologies related to FIPS 140 validation
- Consulting the Lab Manager and other senior engineers as applicable on all testing matters requiring clarification
- The ability to successfully work in a team environment coupled with the ability to develop creative solutions
- Successful completion of a post-secondary program, in a field related to IT security, computer science or engineering
- Knowledge of common programming languages such as C\C , Java, etc.
- Knowledge of Microsoft, Linux, and Unix Operating Systems
- Analytical and critical thinking skills
- Excellent writing skills – must be able to prepare written reports
- Excellent English communication skills, along with the ability to articulate requirements in technical and non-technical terms to customers, peers, and management
- Basic knowledge of cryptography, cryptographic algorithms, and communication protocols
- Basic knowledge of wireless communication protocols (e.g., Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC)
- Familiarity with IT test tools and techniques (e.g., Wireshark)
- CVP tester certification and prior FIPS testing experience
- Total Rewards: We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. The estimated salary range for this position is $100,000 to $140,000 and is based on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, as well as other factors. This position is eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 10% of the base salary. This position also provides health benefits such as medical, dental and vision; wellness benefits such as mental and financial health; and retirement savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country. We also provide full-time employees with paid time off including vacation (15 days), holiday including floating holidays (12 days) and sick time off (72 hours).
A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions (NYSE: ULS) transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers’ product innovation and business growth. The UL Mark serves as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers’ products and reflects an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.
UL LLC Has Been And Will Continue To Be An Equal Opportunity Employer. To Assure Full Implementation Of This Equal Employment Policy, We Will Take Steps To Assure That
Persons are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, color, age, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, religion, creed, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy, marital or familial status, or any other protected category under applicable law.
Salary : $100,000 - $140,000
