Embedded Systems Security Architect

An Amazing Career Opportunity for a Embedded Systems Security Architect

Location: Suresnes, France

Job ID: 52968

The Embedded Systems Security Architect defines and evolves the security architecture of HID embedded devices, firmware, middleware, and client applications, combining embedded security expertise with hands‑on engineering across device‑to‑host integration, including smart card middleware, Windows minidrivers, and cross‑platform applications. He leverages AI to augment architectural design and delivery, while owning outcomes.

The architect leads security assessments and technical studies, contributes to FIDO and FIPS 140‑3 certification activities, and ensures HID solutions remain resilient, compliant, and aligned with evolving market and regulatory requirements..

Who are we?

HID powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places, and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely.

Identity and Access Management Solutions (IAMS):

HID Global IAM products protect more than 85 million user identities.

HID Global Identity and Access Management Solutions products protect more than 85 million user identities. At HID Global, we understand that no person, device, or workplace can go unprotected. This philosophy of Zero Trust drives us to create new advances in risk‑based multi‑factor authentication, leads us to secure user identities in converged access environments and drives the need to expand implementations with our industry‑leading digital certificates and PKIaaS solution to manage them at scale.

As our Embedded Systems Security Architect , you’ll support HID’s successby

• Designs and evolves host‑side components, including Windows smart card minidrivers, middleware, APIs, and cross‑platform applications (Dart/Flutter).
• Defines and maintains security architectures for embedded devices, firmware, and middleware solutions.
• Conducts security evaluations, threat assessments, and technical risk analyses to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Translates cybersecurity, cryptographic, and post‑quantum cryptography (PQC) requirements into product specifications and technical implementations.
• Produces and reviews security documentation and technical evidence supporting product certification and compliance activities.
• Builds and assesses prototypes to validate emerging technologies, security concepts, and device integrations.
• Provides hands‑on technical leadership for middleware, Windows minidrivers, and cross‑platform client applications.
• Contributes to product certifications, including FIDO and FIPS 140‑3.
• Drives secure design practices throughout the product lifecycle.
• Guides engineering teams working on Windows, macOS, and Linux on secure architecture and implementation.
• Collaborates with Product Management, Engineering, Quality, Security, and external partners to deliver secure solutions.

Education/ or Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, Embedded Systems.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in embedded systems, cybersecurity architecture, applied cryptography, or secure product development.
• Demonstrated experience defining security architecture for embedded or hardware‑based products.
• Experience conducting technical investigations, security analyses, and architectural assessments within a product development environment.
• AI‑augmented architecture: effective delegation to AI agents and responsible output validation.
• Strong software development skills, particularly system‑level software and middleware integration with embedded devices.
• Experience with Windows smart card technologies, cryptographic APIs, or device middleware.
• Strong knowledge of modern cryptographic concepts and protocols, including Post‑Quantum Cryptography (PQC).
• Strong knowledge of embedded systems architecture and secure software design principles.
• Working knowledge of Windows, macOS, and Linux environments.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and technical decision‑making skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Experience with cross‑platform applications; Dart/Flutter is a plus.

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary and rewards package.
• Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work‑life balance.
• A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture.
• Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential.
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