Lead Cybersecurity Engineer – Embedded Systems

As a Lead Cybersecurity Engineer – Embedded Systems at GE Vernova, you will drive the transition of cutting-edge cybersecurity technologies from research concepts to fieldable prototypes for critical industrial and defense systems. This role involves extensive collaboration with internal businesses, suppliers, universities, and industrial partners. You will lead R&D projects, publish technical papers, file patents, and contribute to open-source communities, advancing the state of the art in operational technology (OT) cybersecurity for embedded systems. Your work will directly protect vital infrastructure.

Must Have

• Develop and transition cybersecurity tech for embedded systems.
• Identify solutions with hardware suppliers and tool providers.
• Collaborate with partners to advance OT cybersecurity.
• Lead and manage small- to medium-sized R&D projects.
• Publish papers, file patents, contribute to open-source.
• Assist with new business development and external proposals.
• Ph.D. or Master's (3+ years exp) or Bachelor's (5+ years exp) in CS/EE.
• Strong background in embedded systems software development.
• Proficiency in C/C++, Python, Bash/Shell.
• Experience with Linux security and driver development.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
• Willingness to work onsite in Niskayuna, NY.

Good to Have

• Experience with Industrial protocols (Modbus/TCP, DNP3, EtherNet/IP, etc.).
• Experience with ICS/SCADA architectures (PLCs/RTUs/HMIs, Historians).
• Experience with OT network design (Purdue Model, segmentation, zero-trust).
• Experience with OT security standards (IEC 62443, NERC CIP, NIST 800-82).
• Experience with Monitoring and remote access (asset discovery, IDS, MFA).
• Experience with Deterministic networking and timing (QoS, PTP, TSN).
• Experience with device hardening, including pen testing.
• Experience with hardware-based security (HSM, TPM, Secure Boot).
• Working knowledge of cryptographic algorithms and protocols (TLS, X.509).
• Experience with embedded development in RTOS (QNX, VxWorks).
• Experience with embedded Linux (Yocto) and firmware development.

Perks & Benefits

• Relocation Assistance Provided
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova
• Access to Employee Assistance Program
• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan (401(k) with company matching and contributions)
• Access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
• Tuition assistance
• Adoption assistance
• Paid parental leave
• Disability benefits
• Life insurance
• 12 paid holidays
• Permissive time off

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Work with GE Vernova businesses to develop and transition cybersecurity technologies for embedded systems from early-stage lab demonstrations to fieldable prototypes.
• Work with hardware suppliers and engineering tool providers to identify the best solutions for the most challenging industrial and defense applications.
• Collaborate with universities, industrial consortiums, commercial partners, and others to advance the state of the art in OT cybersecurity for embedded systems.
• Lead and manage small- to medium-sized R&D projects or tasks.
• Publish technical papers, file patents, and contribute to open-source communities.
• Assist with the development of new business opportunities by contributing to or leading external proposals.

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related disciplines OR master’s degree in computer science, Electrical Engineering, or related disciplines with a minimum of 3 years of industry experience OR bachelor’s degree in computer science, Electrical Engineering, or related disciplines with a minimum of 5 years of industry experience.
• Strong background in software development for embedded systems such as: computer architecture, Linux OS, network protocols
• Strong embedded programming skills such as: C/C++, Python, Bash/Shell
• Experience with Linux security and Linux driver development.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will only sponsor individuals at the Ph.D. level. We will not sponsor individuals at the Masters or bachelor’s level for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
• Because of the specific categories of data handled by GE Research and the structure of our work environment, we are unable to accommodate employment of persons while they are considered nationals of embargoed countries subject to restriction under the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR), 15 CFR Section 746 et seq. (currently North Korea, Syria, Iran and Cuba). Please note that citizens of embargoed countries who have either “U.S. person” status under U.S. export control laws or subsequent citizenship from a non-embargoed country can be considered.
• Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY.

Desired Characteristics:

• Experience with Industrial protocols such as Modbus/TCP, Modbus RTU, DNP3, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, OPC UA/DA, BACnet, IEC 60870-5-104, IEC 61850, MQTT, CAN/CANopen
• Experience with ICS/SCADA architectures such as PLCs/RTUs/HMIs, Historians, Fieldbus, edge gateways, DMZ patterns
• Experience with OT network design such as Purdue Model, segmentation, VLANs, firewalls, zero-trust in OT
• Experience with OT security standards and practices such as IEC 62443, NERC CIP, NIST 800-82, SBOM, secure firmware updates
• Experience with Monitoring and remote access such as Passive asset discovery, protocol-aware IDS, secure vendor access, MFA in OT environment
• Experience with Deterministic networking and timing concepts such as QoS, PTP, TSN considerations in safety-critical systems
• Experience with device hardening including pen testing
• Experience with hardware-based security (e.g., HSM, TPM, ARM TrustZone, Secure Boot, etc.).
• Working knowledge of cryptographic algorithms, protocols, or standards (e.g., TLS, X.509).
• Experience with embedded development in an RTOS environment (e.g., QNX, VxWorks, etc.).
• Experience with embedded Linux (e.g., Yocto) and firmware development.

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $88,600.00 and $147,600.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on December 04, 2025.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.