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500016, Prakāshamnagar, Telangana, India
Listed on 2026-02-08
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Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-08
Job specializations:
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IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, Systems Engineer, Hardware Engineer -
Engineering
Cybersecurity, Systems Engineer, Hardware Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Dear Candidate,
We are currently hiring for the position of Penetration Tester – Hardware & OT/IACS Security Specialist based in Hyderabad .
Experience to 6 to 9 Years.
Location:
Hyderabad.
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and curious Penetration Tester with a strong background in hardware hacking and industrial cybersecurity . This role focuses on identifying vulnerabilities across Operational Technology (OT), Information Technology (IT), and Industrial Automation & Control Systems (IACS) environments. You will simulate real-world attacks, reverse-engineer embedded systems, and assess the resilience of critical infrastructure components.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct penetration testing on embedded systems, PLCs, HMIs, and industrial controllers
Perform hardware-level attacks including firmware extraction and JTAG/SWD probing
Analyze and reverse-engineer firmware and binaries from industrial devices
Develop custom exploits and payloads for proprietary protocols and hardware
Collaborate with engineering and security teams to recommend mitigation strategies
Document findings in detailed technical reports and present to stakeholders
Stay current with emerging threats in OT/IACS and hardware security domains
Required Qualifications
Proven experience in penetration testing, especially in OT/IACS environments
Strong knowledge of embedded systems, microcontrollers, and hardware interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C, JTAG)
Familiarity with ICS protocols and industrial architecture
Proficiency with reverse engineering tools (IDA Pro, Ghidra, Radare2, Binwalk)
Experience using hardware debugging tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, chip programmers)
Solid understanding of threat modeling and risk assessment in industrial contexts
Programming/scripting skills in Python, C, Bash, etc.
Preferred Qualifications
Certifications such as OSCP, GICSP, or CEH
Experience with SCADA systems and industrial network monitoring
Knowledge of IEC 62443, NIST SP 800-82, and other industrial security standards
Hands-on experience with fuzzing, fault injection, and secure-boot bypass techniques
Experience with Renesas hardware hacking (e.g., RX66N)
Additional Skills
Hardware testing and Embedded C
Web application, API, network, and mobile application penetration testing
SAST, DAST, SCA
Vulnerability scanning and management
If this opportunity aligns with your experience, please share your updated profile to
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Looking forward to connecting with you.
With regards,
Victor
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