Festo inspires people and organizations around the world with innovative solutions for industrial automation. We are an independent family business and offer more than 20,000 employees the opportunity to take bold steps, realize their ideas, and take on responsibility. As a team, we grow by tackling challenges together and we welcome everyone who wants to move the world with us.

Product Security Specialist

AdCode:  13882
City:  Bangalore, Karnataka
Custom Field 3: 
Custom Field 4:  Full Time
Custom Field 2:  Information Technology
Company:  Festo India Private Ltd.

Posted from 08.12.2025 to 08.12.2026

 

Your job:

  • Perform hardware and firmware security testing, including Hardware VAPT, TARA analysis, and penetration testing for embedded and IoT products
  • Conduct reverse engineering of firmware, binaries, and hardware components to identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses
  • Execute fuzzing tests (black-box, white-box, and grey-box) on device protocols, firmware, and communication interfaces
  • Perform vulnerability assessments using tools such as Nessus, OpenVAS, Nmap, and Wireshark
  • Develop and maintain test plans, test cases, and security checklists aligned with IEC 62443-4 and secure development lifecycle principles
  • Document findings, prepare detailed test reports, and collaborate closely with development teams to validate and resolve vulnerabilities
  • Support test automation within CI/CD environments to streamline security testing workflows

 

Your qualification:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Cyber Security, or a related technical field
  • Minimum of two years of experience in device or embedded security testing, preferably within the Industrial Automation or Automotive sectors
  • Hands-on expertise in hardware penetration testing, firmware analysis, reverse engineering, and fuzzing methodologies
  • Experience in Hardware and Thick Client pentesting methodologies
  • Strong understanding of embedded systems, Linux environments, and communication protocols (industrial and automotive)
  • Knowledge of Secure Development Lifecycle and familiarity with IEC 62443-4 or equivalent standards
  • Proficiency with tools such as Nessus, OpenVAS, Nmap, Wireshark, Burp Suite, Ghidra, IDA Pro, and other security testing utilities
  • Programming experience in C/C++, Python, or Shell scripting, with exposure to CI/CD tools and automation frameworks
  • Excellent written and spoken English communication skills
  • Proficient in using security testing tools and frameworks for embedded systems, firmware, and network protocols
  • Analytical, detail-oriented, collaborative, and proactive in identifying and addressing vulnerabilities
  • Occasional travel for coordination with global product development and security teams
  • OSCP, CRTP, CRTO, eWPTX, CPENT, LPT, PNPT, or equivalent industry-recognized credentials

 

Working Location: Festo India Pvt Ltd. 237 B, Bommasandra Industrial Area, Hosur Main Road, Bangalore - 99.

Working Days: 5 days

Working Model: Hybrid - 3 days WFO and 2 days WFH

Working Timings: 7:45 AM to 5:00 PM

Working Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience in hardware security testing

Your benefits at a glance:

We look forward to your application and to getting to know you!