Senior Expert, Embedded Software Security
Pubblicato il 18-10-2026 - STMicroelectronics Italia in Napoli
Senior Expert in Embedded Software Security and Security Architectures
This role is responsible for leading security‑by‑design practices throughout the software lifecycle for the RFOC subgroup products across automotive and non‑automotive markets. The ideal candidate combines deep expertise in embedded software development, cybersecurity standards, secure coding, and security architecture, with the ability to guide engineering teams and collaborate effectively with quality, project management, and product stakeholders.
The position requires a strong background in automotive quality processes such as ASPICE, knowledge of ISO/SAE 21434 and cybersecurity requirements for automotive products as well as Common Criteria and SESIP for IT and IoT applications. It includes supporting internal and external audits related to security, quality, and process compliance, preparing documentation, and participating in reviews and audits.
Responsibilities
- Define and supervise the software security strategy for RFOC subgroup products; lead the design of secure embedded software architectures for automotive and non‑automotive applications.
- Establish security requirements, controls, and architectural principles aligned with product and market needs; review and approve security‑related design decisions ensuring compliance with internal standards and external regulations.
- Support threat analysis, risk assessment, and security concept activities for embedded systems.
- Drive software security activities across the full development lifecycle: requirements management, architecture and detailed design, implementation, integration, verification, and testing.
- Ensure security features are implemented consistently; guide engineering teams in adopting secure development practices and maintaining traceability from security requirements to validation evidence.
- Promote and enforce secure coding practices across embedded software teams; conduct secure code reviews, vulnerability assessmen