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Exponent

Multidisciplinary science and engineering consulting

Robotics Cybersecurity Engineer

Security Engineering & ArchitectureConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-time

About the Job

Requirements

  • A 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 completing the M.S. degree.
  • Proof of U.S. citizenship and possession of, or ability to obtain, a Department of Defense security clearance are required for the government contracts associated with this position.
  • 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, software bills of materials (SBOMs), container security, and vulnerability management.
  • Strong communication skills and demonstrated ability to translate complex technical, scientific, and business concepts for diverse audiences.
  • Business acumen and an entrepreneurial mindset, with a track record of identifying client value, framing business plans, and driving business development.
  • Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced, multidisciplinary settings.

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 technical and strategic business solutions, identify new technology-driven opportunities, and help clients plan scalable, sustainable, and efficient systems.
  • Support business development by building client relationships, identifying new project opportunities, and helping craft and execute business and technical solutions independently or collaboratively with firm leadership.

About the Company

Exponent

Multidisciplinary science and engineering consulting

Exponent is a consulting firm that applies scientific and engineering expertise to help businesses, communities, and individuals solve complex problems and navigate change. Its team of over 950 consultants works across many industries and regions, offering multidisciplinary analysis and testing methods to develop actionable solutions. Revenue comes from fees for consulting services, tied to the ability to attract and retain clients and deliver effective results. Exponent differentiates itself through broad, cross-disciplinary capabilities, state-of-the-art testing, and a focus on technically solid, practically applicable outcomes. The company’s goal is to help clients address difficult challenges with rigorous, evidence-based guidance and to support them as they adapt to changing circumstances.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Fishers, IN
Founded
1967

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