Embedded Security Engineer

Artificial Intelligence & Data Talent Partner at Discovered MENA Job Title: Embedded Security Engineer Location: Fully on site, Abu Dhabi About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Embedded Security Engineer to join our client's team and drive the development of secure embedded systems. You will play a key role in designing, implementing, and optimizing security mechanisms, encryption solutions, and secure communication protocols for high‑assurance devices.Key Responsibilities Develop and implement Secure Boot mechanisms across platforms such as Intel, Layerscape, and Zynq PS.Design disk encryption and decryption solutions using industry-standard cryptographic libraries (Open SSL, Wolf SSL) and Linux-based technologies like DM-Crypt, DM-Verify, and LUKS.Integrate hardware security features including Trust Zone, TPMs, HSMs, and secure key storage.Architect and implement Key Management Systems (KMS) for secure key generation, distribution, and storage.Develop secure key loading and provisioning mechanisms, including over-the-air (OTA) updates.Implement end-to-end encryption and authentication for secure key exchange across embedded systems.Design and deploy secure firmware and software update mechanisms with authenticity verification, signed updates, rollback protection, and TOCTOU mitigation.Develop secure communication protocols (IPSec, TLS, VPN, Mac Sec) ensuring encrypted and authenticated data transmission.Define and implement tamper detection and protection measures, including compliance with FIPS 140-2/3 standards.Work in air‑gapped and high‑assurance system environments.Design and integrate encryption, hashing, and authentication algorithms, including symmetric, asymmetric, and post‑quantum cryptography.Optimize cryptographic implementations for performance and power efficiency on embedded processors.Implement solutions leveraging Trusted Execution Environments (TEE) and confidential computing technologies (SGX, SEV, Trust Zone).Ensure adherence to security standards and best practices (FIPS 140-3, NSA Suite B, NIST guidelines).Qualifications BSc/MSc in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or a related field.Minimum 7 years of experience in embedded security or a similar role.Strong problem‑solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.Excellent communication and teamwork skills for cross‑disciplinary collaboration.Proven ability to manage multiple tasks effectively in a fast‑paced environment.Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Industries Technology, Information and Media#J-18808-Ljbffr