Embedded Systems Cybersecurity Engineer

LER Tech Force is seeking a skilled Embedded Cybersecurity Engineer to support the design and development of generator control systems. In this role, you’ll lead cybersecurity evaluations, conduct vulnerability research, and ensure secure integration of hardware and software in embedded systems. You’ll also help shape and refine cybersecurity Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) to stay ahead of evolving threats.

LER Tech Force is an industry leader in embedded controls, software, functional safety, and engineering. For over 20 years LER has been working with customers across North America to meet their engineering challenges.

On-site in Shoreview, MN

• Conduct vulnerability scans, analyze findings, and make recommendations to help mitigate or eliminate vulnerabilities in products.
• Identify systemic issues within products based on the analysis of vulnerability findings, configuration assessments and derived metrics.
• Troubleshoot hardware/software interfaces and interoperability between integrated systems.
• Conduct system engineering and research to develop new solutions that ensure cybersecurity requirements are being met.
• Interpret, develop, and manage systems‑level requirements.
• Provide guidance on compliance to product cybersecurity standards.
• Integrate and align cybersecurity system configurations to ensure product performance meets documented requirements.
• Conduct and/or support authorized penetration testing tools on products.
• Provide guidance on designs or redesigns of hardware, operating systems, and software applications to adequately address cybersecurity requirements.

Essential

• College, university, or equivalent BA or BS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Software Engineering.
• This position may require eligibility for licensing in compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.
• 3‑5 years of experience in embedded product‑specific cybersecurity.
• DOD Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level certification.
• Experience with CAN (J1939) and MODbus protocols.
• Background in electronics or controls engineering.
• Familiarity with TARA (Threat Analysis and Risk Assessment).
• Basic knowledge of cryptography.
• Experience with the V‑model for embedded software development and validation.
• Proficiency in Windows and Linux OS hardening.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Beneficial

• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), CompTIA CySA+, or similar certification.
• Penetration testing experience.
• Experience with Hardware Security Modules (HSM), ECMs, genset controls, and IPS.
• Experience with BACnet, Ethernet TCP/IP, and industrial networks.
• Experience with IEC 61850, protective relays, and electrical distribution systems.
• Experience with Grid systems, multi‑LIN relays, and generator supervisory controls.
• Experience with PLC programming.

• Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, HSA and FSA, etc.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts
• Ongoing professional development opportunities including Technical Training and Leadership Development
• The opportunity to work on industry‑leading projects

If you are passionate about technology and cybersecurity development, we encourage you to apply.