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Senior Cyber Security Research Scientist Join to apply for the Senior Cyber Security Research Scientist role at Hitachi Energy . At Hitachi Energy, were shaping the future of power systems through cuttingedge research and innovation. As a Senior Research Scientist in Cyber Security, youll be at the forefront of protecting the digital backbone of the energy grid. This is more than a jobits a mission to secure the systems that power communities, industries, and economies. Youll join a global team of forwardthinking researchers and engineers working to safeguard industrial control systems (ICS), embedded platforms, and cloudconnected infrastructure. Your work will directly influence the development of secure technologies used in grid modernization, renewable integration, and digital substations. This role offers the chance to lead strategic initiatives, collaborate with toptier experts, and contribute to the global energy transition. Whether youre a seasoned cybersecurity professional or someone with adjacent experience in embedded systems or industrial automation, this is an opportunity to make a tangible impact in a sector that touches billions of lives. If youre driven by innovation, passionate about security, and ready to help build a more resilient energy future, we invite you to explore this opportunity with us. Develop security architecture and new security mechanisms for industrial control system (ICS) solutions. Develop processes for secure development and operation of critical infrastructure systems, participate in the development of standards and policies. Advise Hitachi Energy R&D units on security weaknesses and mitigations using your deep technical expertise. Identify weaknesses in embedded systems and IoT/cloud applications using conceptual analysis of requirements, architecture, and design documents. Propose, contribute to and lead research and development projects with a global team of researchers and engineers in Hitachi Energy business units. Drive the development and execution of thought leadership and strategic initiatives in cyber security. Guide cross-functional teams and engage with industry stakeholders to shape future direction for cyber security. Disseminate your results in scientific publications, patent applications, and technical reports. Doctorate degree preferred in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or other relevant disciplines, or masters degree with relevant research experience. Solid understanding of cybersecurity for industrial control systems (ICS). Experience contributing to software development projects as defense (blue) team to collaboratively make defense-aware design decisions. Demonstrated experience in leading cyber security-related strategic initiatives, with a proven track record of driving impactful outcomes. Department of Defense initiatives, defense contractors, or military-related programs. Excellent spoken and written communication skills in English and good presentation skills. Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States. Health Care: medical (PPO, CDHP with HSA HMO), dental, and vision. Financial Wellbeing: Employer sponsored pension - 401(k) Program with generous company match and contribution, Life/AD&D Insurance, disability insurance. Family Care: Life and Family (Legal, pet, auto, home, identity theft, etc.), special needs support, and adoption assistance. Work-Life: Enhanced leave programs (FMLA, Military Service Leave, Maternal, Paternal, adoption, vacation, and holiday). Employee Resource Groups (depending on location), tuition reimbursement program, on-demand learning platforms. Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. With over a century in pioneering missioncritical technologies like highvoltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system. Hitachi Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, applicants may request to review the Affimative Action Plan of a particular facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an HR Representative at 888.504.2007. Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Hitachi Energys career site as a result of your disability. Resumes and applications will not be accepted through this method. For more information regarding your EEO rights as an applicant, please visit this website. #