Cybersecurity Research Engineer - Embedded Systems - "CLEARANCE REQUIRED" - Vernova Research

As a Lead Cybersecurity Engineer – Embedded Systems, you will be responsible for the transition of breakthrough cybersecurity technologies from lab concepts to fieldable prototypes that protect critical industrial and defense systems. You’ll collaborate across GE Vernova businesses, suppliers, universities, and industrial partners; lead technical work scopes and small-to-medium R&D projects; and contribute to the broader community through publications, patents, and open-source engagement.

# Job Description

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.

- 2-5 years of experience in software development for embedded systems such as computer architecture, Linux OS, network protocols

- 2-5 years of experience in embedded programming skills such as: C/C++, Python, Bash/Shell

- 2-5 years of experience with Linux security and Linux driver development.

Desired Characteristics:

- Active/current U.S. security clearance

- 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.

Eligibility Requirements

- 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.

- Ability to maintain a U.S. security clearance, prerequisite for clearance is U.S. citizenship.

- Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY.

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 $89,300.00 and $148,700.00. 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: ineligible.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on February 03, 2026.

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.