Description
Embedded systems security engineers advise and implement solutions to control access to data and programs in embedded and connected systems. They help ensuring the safe operation of products with embedded systems and connected devices by being responsible for the protection and security of the related systems and design, plan and execute security measures accordingly. Embedded systems security engineers help to keep attackers at bay by implementing safeguards that prevent intrusions and breaches.
EssentialOptional
Theoretical Knowledge
ICT network security risksICT security standardsdigital systemssecurity engineeringsoftware anomaliesinformation security strategyInternet of Thingssafety engineeringcyber attack counter-measuresembedded systemscomputer programmingcloud technologiesICT encryptionethical hacking principlesorganisational resilience
Practical Skills
interpret technical textsreport test findingsdevelop ICT device driverperform risk analysisexecute software testsdefine security policieskeep up with the latest information systems solutionsmanage IT security compliancesidentify ICT system weaknessesmonitor system performanceprovide ICT consulting adviceutilise computer-aided software engineering toolsdevelop software prototypeidentify ICT security risksuse software design patternsuse software librariesanalyse ICT systemcreate flowchart diagramdefine technical requirementsperform ICT security testingdesign user interfaceICT safetyperform project managementintegrate system componentsdebug softwaredevelop creative ideas