Cyber Security Engineer

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For this position we are looking for a Cyber Security Engineer to strengthen our development team. We hope that you like to work in a modern, efficient, and integrated environment with the latest tools and techniques within the digitalized industrial automation sector. You will be an important resource in the R&D team, to help build security into our products by supporting the development teams in matters concerning analysis and design of security related functions.
You will be the link between the R&D team and the Cyber Security Manager, cooperate and interact with Release Owners and with the cyber security community within ABB. You will take the lead in security assessments and threat modelling activities, take part in architectural discussions, and help development teams with security related feature definition and development.
The R&D team is an essential contributor to ABB’s next generation control products based on a newly developed platform, supporting the latest industry communication protocols with demands from both security and safety standards.
This position reports to R&D Department Lead.
Your responsibilities
Solving complex industrial problems, and reviewing current technologies to choose effective methods and solutions for new software and products
Performing a variety of tasks in product development projects
Training team members when needed
Keeping up to date with technologies, tools and methods within the cyber security field
Providing expert assistance for projects and colleagues
Developing security strategies, as well as identifying and managing risks in R&D projects



Your background
5+ years of experience in software development
Knowledge of secure development lifecycle and related activates such as attack surface analysis, threat modelling and fuzz testing
Sound knowledge in software design and secure coding techniques
Knowledge of industrial automation, OPC UA, RTOS and embedded development is meritorious
A solution-focused approach and strong written and spoken communication skills
Probably a M.Sc. in Computer Science or similar



More about us
Our Process Automation business offers a range of solutions for process and hybrid industries, including our industry-specific integrated automation, electrification and digital solutions, control technologies, software and advanced services, as well as measurement & analytics, marine and turbocharging offerings. Process Automation is #2 in the market globally.
Based on its deep domain knowledge, experience and expertise in delivering world-class automation products, systems and solutions, a wide area of complimenting digital and collaborative solutions across applications and sectors, the Process Automation business helps customers remain competitive, improving their ROI and running safe and productive operations.
Recruiting Manager Christer Gerding, +4673-088 90 80, will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Kenneth Hultman, +46 70-349 60 95; Ledarna: Leif Öhrberg, +4672-464 40 16; Unionen: Mikael Hammar, +4673-088 70 60. All other questions can be directed to Talent Partner Medina Jakupovic, +4672-464 46 98. We kindly decline direct contact with staffing and recruitment agencies as well as sellers of additional job advertisements.
Please note that to be eligible for employment at ABB Sweden, you will need to pass our pre-employment screening steps. This includes a reference check, a drug test, and could also include an extended background check.
We look forward to receiving your application (PDF documents submitted in English are appreciated). If you want to discover more about ABB, take another look at our website www.abb.com.