UL

Cyber Security Engineer

UL$75K — $90K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in relevant field (Electronic/Computer Science/Computer Engineering/Electrical Engineering).
  • Generally three years of related experience.
  • Proficiency with embedded systems, cloud environments, web and mobile applications.
  • Coding skills in multiple languages (C, C++, Assembly, Python) preferred.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities to convey technical concepts to diverse audiences.
  • Self-motivated team player capable of independent work with a knack for innovation.

Responsibilities

  • Implement complex security attacks using diverse techniques under supervision.
  • Conduct comprehensive security evaluations on embedded systems and applications.
  • Analyze products to identify strengths and weaknesses in security.
  • Collaborate with customers to align with their security needs and deliver reports on findings.
  • Stay updated on the latest attack techniques to enhance internal R&D efforts.
  • Adhere to Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and security practices.
  • Deliver clear reports with findings, risk assessments, and remediation recommendations to clients.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision health benefits.
  • Wellness programs focusing on mental and financial health.
  • 401K retirement savings plan.
  • 15 days of vacation plus 12 holidays and personal days.
  • 72 hours of sick time off.
  • Eligibility for annual bonus compensation up to 5% of base salary.
Full Job Description
Job Description

This role is Hybrid, 3 days a week on-site at our Northbrook, IL Office.

As a Cyber Security Engineer, you are under supervision responsible for evaluating and testing the security of embedded, cloud environments, web applications and mobile applications. The role combines hands-on technical expertise with customer collaboration.

Responsibilities

  • Under supervision, implement sophisticated attacks requiring multiple techniques such as vulnerability analysis, signal processing, physical attacks, and others.
  • Undertake security evaluation attacks on embedded systems, cloud environments, web applications and mobile applications.
  • The main activity will be the real product analysis with the aim to highlight its strengths and weaknesses.
  • Work closely with customers to meet their requirements; including producing expertise reports on the findings.
  • Follow-up with the latest technical developments in the physical and logical attacks area that need to be contributed to the internal R&D developments in hardware and software to enhance the level of our attacks and to explore new forms of attacks.
  • Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and follow all physical and digital security practices.
  • Collaborate closely with clients to understand their security objectives, provide technical guidance, and deliver clear, professional reports with findings, risk ratings, and remediation recommendations.
  • Maintains/improves technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, obtaining applicable certifications, and participating in professional societies and cross-departmental task forces.


Qualifications

  • University Degree (Equivalent to Bachelors Degree) in Electronic/Computer Science/Computer Engineering/Electrical Engineering or a related discipline plus generally three years of related experience.
  • Good skills in embedded systems, cloud environments, web applications and mobile applications preferred.
  • Skills in developing codes in different languages (C, C++, assembly, Python) preferred.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • A self-motivated team player who can work independently and likes to bring new ideas for technical development.

Total Rewards: We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. The estimated salary range for this position is $75,000 to $90,000 USD and is based on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, as well as other factors. This position is eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 5% of the base salary. This position also provides health benefits such as medical, dental and vision; wellness benefits such as mental and financial health; and retirement savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country. We also provide full-time employees with paid time off including vacation (15 days), holiday and personal days (totaling 12 days) and sick time off (72 hours).

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About UL

UL is a global safety certification company headquartered in Northbrook, Illinois. It was founded in 1894 and has been providing safety testing, inspection, and certification services for over 125 years. UL operates in over 100 countries and has more than 14,000 employees worldwide. The company's mission is to promote safe living and working environments by advancing safety science. UL's services cover a wide range of industries, including consumer products, industrial equipment, building materials, and more.
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