Product Security Engineer

Product Security Engineer | $100k–$112k + Bonus | Hoffman Estates, IL (Hybrid)
Location: Hoffman Estates, IL
Hybrid Schedule: In-office Tues, Weds, Thurs
Travel: 15%–25% for assessments & industry events
Salary: $100,000 – $112,000 + Bonus

A leading global technology company is seeking a Product Security Engineer to safeguard its Manufacturing Execution System (MES) software – critical to the operation of modern electronics manufacturing. This is a high-impact role combining software security expertise with real-world manufacturing applications to secure complex, high-performance systems.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Security Assessment & Testing:

• Run vulnerability assessments & penetration tests on MES software
• Identify, document & guide remediation of security issues
• Manage tools like Nessus, Snyk, Black Duck, Fortify

Security Architecture & Design:

• Review architecture, code & designs for security gaps
• Contribute to secure coding standards and best practices
• Recommend security tools suited for industrial environments

Implementation & Incident Response:

• Collaborate with engineers to embed secure development practices
• Lead responses to security incidents within MES applications
• Stay on top of threat intelligence in the manufacturing tech space

Compliance & Risk Management:

• Support risk assessments and audit-readiness
• Document controls and report on security KPIs

What We’re Looking For:

Must-Haves:

• 5+ years in software/app security, with 2+ years in industrial/manufacturing environments
• Strong grasp of OWASP Top 10, SSDLC, encryption & authentication protocols
• Familiar with tools like Nessus, Snyk, Black Duck, Fortify
• Experience with compliance standards (IEC 62443, NIST 800-82 preferred)

Bonus Points For:

• Certifications: CISSP, CEH, CSSLP, Security+
• Knowledge of MES or electronics manufacturing systems
• Strong communication skills and ability to simplify complex security issues

Why Join? You’ll be part of a team pushing the boundaries of secure digital manufacturing, directly influencing the protection of real-world production environments. This is an opportunity to grow, shape security practices from the ground up, and work on high-impact solutions that power a connected tomorrow.

Ready to make a difference at the intersection of software security and industrial innovation?

Apply now or message us directly to learn more.

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