Lead Embedded Test Engineer - Cyber/IoT

Posted 2 days 11 hours ago by La Fosse Associates

Permanent
Full Time
Other
England, United Kingdom
Job Description
Overview

Are you a cybersecurity expert passionate about securing connected products in a rapidly evolving digital landscape?

We're looking for a Subject Matter Expert (SME) - Product Cybersecurity to lead compliance testing and evaluation of consumer, industrial, and medical IoT devices. This is a pivotal role that blends hands-on testing, standards interpretation, and technical leadership-helping organisations bring secure, compliant products to market while shaping the future of connected device security.

Key Responsibilities

  • Act as the technical authority for product cybersecurity compliance and assurance.

  • Lead and support cybersecurity testing of IoT products across consumer, industrial, and healthcare sectors.

  • Interpret and apply standards such as ETSI EN , ETSI TS , RED EN 18031, IEC 62443, UL 2900, and OWASP.

  • Develop and refine test methods, tools, and automated reporting for connected product evaluations.

  • Guide internal teams and clients through security assessments, findings interpretation, and compliance resolution.

  • Research and evaluate new tools and methodologies for advanced threat simulation and analysis.

  • Maintain relevant technical certifications (e.g. CREST CPSA) and ensure testing/reporting meets operational and accreditation requirements.

Skills & Experience Required

  • 5+ years of hands-on cybersecurity testing for IoT or connected devices.

  • Expertise in global IoT cybersecurity standards and compliance practices.

  • Strong knowledge of microcontrollers (STM32, ESP32), RTOS, and wireless protocols (Zigbee, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Cellular, LoRaWAN).

  • Experience working with debugging interfaces (UART, JTAG, SPI, I2C).

  • Proficiency with security tools (e.g. Nmap, Burp Suite, Wireshark, Nessus).

  • Solid programming foundation (Python, C/C++, Java, or similar).

  • Degree in Cybersecurity, Computer/Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Telecommunications, or IT.

Preferred

  • Previous experience as a Product Cybersecurity SME within the Testing, Inspection, Certification (TIC) industry.

  • Familiarity with custom firmware/hardware and IoT architecture principles.

  • Relevant certifications such as CREST CPSA (or willingness to obtain).