Robotics Cybersecurity Engineer (M.S. or Ph.D.)

Robotics Cybersecurity Engineer (M.S. or Ph.D.) Location: Phoenix, AZ; Pittsburgh, PA; or other U.S. location. We are seeking a Robotics Cybersecurity Engineer to help clients design, evaluate, and improve the cybersecurity of robotic and autonomous systems used in safety‑ and mission‑critical environments. In this role you will support clients throughout the lifecycle of robotic systems, from early architecture and threat modeling through development, testing, deployment, and assurance. Responsibilities Deliver highly technical consulting services to help clients design, build, evaluate, and operate secure robotic and autonomous systems used in safety‑ and mission‑critical applications. Assess the cybersecurity posture of robotic systems, including embedded software, sensors, actuators, communications, autonomy stacks, cloud or edge infrastructure, operator interfaces, and supporting development environments. Lead or support threat modeling, security architecture reviews, vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and risk assessments for robotic and autonomous systems. Help clients define, implement, and evaluate DevSecOps practices for robotics development, including secure software development, secure CI/CD pipelines, automated security testing and simulation, SBOM generation, vulnerability management, and secure release processes. Develop cybersecurity assurance practices, frameworks, and evidence packages for robotic systems. Advise clients on secure system architecture, including identity and access management, secure communications, encryption, key management, secure boot, trusted execution, software update mechanisms, logging, monitoring, and incident response. Lead or collaborate on all phases of the client engagement lifecycle, including identifying client needs, framing and scoping business problems, developing project and sprint plans, building and evaluating secure robotics solutions, and translating insights into actionable recommendations. Advise clients on both technical and strategic business solutions, identifying new technology‑driven opportunities, and helping clients plan scalable, sustainable, and efficient systems. Support business development by proactively building relationships with clients, identifying new project opportunities, and helping craft and execute business and technical solutions, either independently or collaboratively with firm leadership. Qualifications Ph.D. in Robotics, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or an M.S. with at least 3 years of relevant work experience after completion of the degree. U.S. citizenship and the possession of, or ability to obtain, a DoD security clearance (required by U.S. Government contracts). Experience securing robotic, autonomous, embedded, cyber‑physical, operational technology, or safety‑critical systems. Strong understanding of cybersecurity engineering principles, including threat modeling, secure architecture, vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, secure software development, and risk management. Familiarity with robotics software and systems, such as ROS/ROS 2, real‑time operating systems, embedded Linux, microcontrollers, sensors, actuators, perception systems, autonomy stacks, or robotic communications protocols. Experience with one or more relevant programming languages, such as C, C++, Python, Rust, Java, or similar languages used in robotics, embedded systems, or cybersecurity tooling. Familiarity with secure software development practices, DevSecOps, CI/CD pipelines, code analysis, dependency management, SBOMs, container security, and vulnerability management. Strong communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to translate complex technical, scientific, and business concepts for diverse audiences. Business acumen and entrepreneurial mindset with a track record of identifying value for clients, framing business plans, and driving business development. Strong project management and organizational skills; ability to thrive independently and as a collaborative team member in fast‑paced, multidisciplinary settings. Compensation USD $140,000.00 – USD $154,000.00 per year (base salary range; additional bonuses and benefits apply). Equal Opportunity Statement Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at HR‑View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Exponent