Hardware Security Assessor (Fulltime OR Parttime (32 hours))

This role is reporting to the Head of Hardware Security Assessment within the NXP Crypto & Security group, and is located at the NXP sites in Delft & Eindhoven; Gratkorn, Austria; Glasgow in the UK; Hamburg in Germany; Toulouse, France; Austin, USA and Noida, India.

The responsibilities of this exciting, varied role will include:

• Security assessment and review of hardware SoC/IC security architectures and security scope specifications.

• Detailed hardware implementation security reviews (RTL, IP integration, IC design, SoC system).

• Assessment of effectiveness of hardware security mechanisms / countermeasures.

• Work with Security Architects to innovate solutions to security-related problems.

• Apply the NXP Security Maturity Process on product developments in order to reduce security risks with products.

• Provide consultation on specific areas of security expertise and on the NXP Security Maturity Process.

• Provide a technical interface point between product development teams and the NXP Crypto & Security group.

• Support security certification, international security standards, and project management flows by application of the NXP Security Maturity Process.

• Keep up to date with best practices and developments in the SoC/IC security industry (particularly in any areas of expertise).

To ensure your successful performance in this role, the following is desired:

• BSEE or MSEE or PHD preferred in Security Engineering or Electronic Engineering.

• Have good knowledge of SoC/IC architectures of embedded devices.

• Have good knowledge in the design and development of embedded secure systems.

• Have knowledge of Hardware Description Languages (System Verilog, VHDL), schematics and layout.

• Have a strong security background and understanding of security concepts and foundations including cryptography.

• Have an appreciation of embedded firmware/software and how this works in combination with hardware.

• Have knowledge of security certification schemes (e.g. Common Criteria, SESIP, FIPS, OSCCA) and international security standards (e.g. ISO21434, IEC62443) would be advantageous.

Furthermore you :

• Are comfortable working alone and in teams

• Are flexible and adaptable

• Are willing to travel when needed (typically 2 -3 times per year)

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