DEKRA is looking for a Cybersecurity Analyst IoT to join our globally recognized IoT security lab. In this role, you will perform comprehensive product evaluations and collaborate with world-leading manufacturers on international projects to identify risks and vulnerabilities, ensuring secure interactions between technology and people.
What You'll Do
- Perform in-depth evaluations and security assessments of IoT and embedded systems, aligned with standards like EN18031.
- Analyze hardware, firmware, and communication protocols such as MQTT, Wi-Fi, and Zigbee to detect and document potential vulnerabilities and risks.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, compliance, and product development to ensure secure implementation and design of IoT solutions.
- Prepare detailed technical reports documenting vulnerabilities, risk assessments, and recommended mitigation measures.
- Stay current with emerging IoT technologies, communication protocols, and security practices relevant to embedded systems.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Robotics, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field.
- At least 1 year of hands-on experience with IoT technologies, embedded systems, microcontrollers, sensors, actuators, or related fields.
- Practical knowledge and experience working with communication protocols such as MQTT, Wi-Fi, Zigbee, BLE, or similar.
- Familiarity with IoT platforms, real-time operating systems (RTOS), or embedded Linux-based systems.
- Familiarity with firmware development or analysis (C/C++), hardware diagnostics, and troubleshooting.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in international and multidisciplinary teams.
Nice to Have
- Understanding of cybersecurity concepts, especially regarding IoT security frameworks like OWASP IoT Top Ten.
- Experience or certifications in cybersecurity such as OSCP or CEH.
- Participation in technology or IoT-focused communities or forums like Stack Overflow, GitHub, or Hackaday.
- Additional language skills in German, Spanish, or Chinese.
Technical Stack
- MQTT, Wi-Fi, Zigbee, BLE
- RTOS, Embedded Linux
- C/C++
Team & Environment
You will be part of the Cybersecurity Hub, collaborating with cross-functional teams including engineering, compliance, and product development.
Benefits & Compensation
- Hybrid work options near our Hub location in Málaga (Parque Tecnológico).
- Permanent contract.
- Flexible work model supporting work-life balance.
- Intensive summer day and every Friday of the year.
- Access to restaurant vouchers, nursery vouchers, Well Hub, or transport benefits.
- Medical Health Insurance 100% covered by the company.
- English lessons to increase your level if needed.
- Healthy snacks and free coffee in the office.
- Referral programme with financial incentives.
- Employee recognition programme KUDOS awards.
- Work with leading Top-Notch customers.
- Discounts on major brands: textiles, consumer goods, electronics, travel agencies.
- Opportunity to develop a career plan with access to certification programs and participation in cybersecurity events.
Work Mode
This is a hybrid position based at our Hub in Málaga (Parque Tecnológico).
DEKRA ensures the safety of human interaction with technology and the environment. Our vision is to be recognized as the global partner for a safe, secure, and sustainable world by 2025.
