Principal Cybersecurity Architect

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We are a dynamic subsidiary of Schneider Electric, specializing in the design, engineering, and distribution of e-vehicle charging solutions, including chargers, inverters, batteries, solar panels, and various embedded and cloud solutions. Our mission is to drive sustainable energy management through innovative e-mobility solutions.The Principal Cybersecurity Architect is responsible for shaping, designing, and driving the cybersecurity architecture for embedded systems, cloud solutions, and integrated energy management systems.This role requires deep expertise in embedded security, cloud security, and supply chain security, with a focus on e-mobility energy management solutions.As the technical leader in cybersecurity, this role ensures that secure-by-design principles are incorporated across the full lifecycle of our innovative e-mobility and energy management solutions, which include EV chargers, inverters, batteries, solar panels, and connected cloud ecosystems.This position requires hands-on technical expertise and strategic vision, along with experience in both fast paced startup-like environments and the scalability demands of large organizations. The Principal Cybersecurity Architect works closely with the System Cybersecurity Advisor to influence product-level cybersecurity advisors and architects to ensure secure product integration at the system level.Your responsibilities :Architectural Leadership:

  • Identify, assess, and mitigate cybersecurity risks across all product lines, implementing proactive measures to safeguard against potential threats.
  • Design and implement comprehensive cybersecurity architecture across embedded, cloud, and system-level environments for the subsidiary's products and solutions - including supply chain processes
  • Define and ensure implementation of secure development principles, focusing on threat modeling, secure design, and resilience across system components.
  • Create scalable, modular, and secure architectures that comply with standards such as IEC 62443, ISO 27001, GDPR, and other regulatory frameworks; and align with industry standards and regulatory requirements - especially regarding the European markets
  • Champion the adoption of best practices in embedded and cloud security, ensuring robust identity, access, and encryption mechanisms for both hardware and software platforms.
  • Align on & augment internal cybersecurity frameworks & programs defined at corporate level.
  • Develop reference architectures and blueprints for secure connectivity, IoT, and e-mobility solutions.
Collaboration:
  • Work in close collaboration with the System Cybersecurity Advisor to align system-level cybersecurity strategies and policies with product-level development efforts.
  • Guide and influence product cybersecurity architects and advisors, ensuring adherence to secure design principles and compliance with Schneider Electric's Secure Development Lifecycle (SDL).
  • Represent cybersecurity requirements and initiatives in cross-functional technical teams, working with R&D, regulatory, IT, and product management stakeholders.
  • Act as a trusted advisor for senior leaders on emerging threats, technical trade-offs, and strategic direction in cybersecurity.
Technical Expertise :
  • Lead in-depth security assessments, including vulnerability analysis and penetration testing, for embedded systems, cloud environments, and supply chains.
  • Provide technical guidance, for example on cryptographic standards, secure boot mechanisms, secure storage, and secure firmware updates.
  • Design and implement security controls for complex energy management and e-mobility ecosystems, focusing on secure communication, data integrity, and privacy.
  • Address supply chain security by implementing robust verification mechanisms and auditing third-party components
Process Enablement :
  • Enhance the subsidiary's cybersecurity posture by driving continuous improvements to secure design, testing, and deployment processes.
  • Define cybersecurity performance metrics and contribute to reporting on compliance, maturity, and risk management goals.
  • Support formal cybersecurity reviews and audits, working closely with corporate Product Security and Information Security Offices.
Innovation and Industry Engagement :
  • Stay ahead of emerging technologies, trends, and regulatory requirements in cybersecurity, particularly for e-mobility and energy systems.
  • Contribute to the cybersecurity community within Schneider Electric and externally through thought leadership and participation in industry forums.
  • Actively foster a culture of innovation, encouraging experimentation and implementation of advanced security technologies.
Your profile :
  • Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field
  • 10+ years in cybersecurity, with at least 5 years in a product security architecture leadership role.
  • Strong hands-on experience in embedded and cloud security, including secure software development, cryptography, secure hardware design, and secure communication protocols.
  • Deep understanding of e-mobility and energy management systems, such as EV charging solutions, energy storage, and IoT-based smart grid systems.
  • Proven ability to design secure architectures for complex systems involving hardware, firmware, and cloud platforms; preferably with the e-mobility or energy management sectors
  • In-depth knowledge of e-mobility technologies & protocols (OCPP, …), Europeans regulations, cybersecurity frameworks and standards (e.g. IEC 62443, ISO27001, …), secure development lifecycle practices, and risk management methodologies
  • Experience with risk assessment, threat modeling, and security requirements definition
  • Superior understanding of security principles, protocols, and technologies
  • Experience working in both startup-like environments and large corporations, demonstrating the ability to adapt and thrive in diverse organizational settings
  • Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CSSLP are desirable
  • Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams and influence without direct authority in a matrix organization.
  • Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Experience engaging with senior leadership, regulatory authorities, and customers on cybersecurity topics.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
  • Proactive & innovative mindset
Travel % : Projected travel 20% agreed with the leader of the project.We know skills and competencies show up in many ways and can be based on your life experience. If you do not necessarily meet all the requirements that are listed, we still encourage you to apply.Our offer includes attractive remuneration and goes far beyond that. We offer competitive benefits, a work environment that encourages professional development, a qualitative onboarding and accompaniment throughout the different stages of your life (training, career opportunities, parenting, flexibility …), in a great workplace.#LI-SM1 Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values - Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork - starts with us.IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric - apply today!€36 billion global revenue+13% organic growth150 000+ employees in 100+ countries#1 on the Global 100 World's most sustainable corporationsYou must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and 'inclusion' is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do. This extends to our Candidates and is embedded in our Hiring Practices. You can find out more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion here and our DEI Policy hereAt Schneider Electric, we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and we believe that trust is a foundational value. Our Trust Charter is our Code of Conduct and demonstrates our commitment to ethics, safety, sustainability, quality and cybersecurity, underpinning every aspect of our business and our willingness to behave and respond respectfully and in good faith to all our stakeholders. You can find out more about our Trust Charter here Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.

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