System Engineer - Radio Security

What you will do: Driving Radio security studies to develop robust security features for customers. Lead technical investigations on security topics, propose mitigations, and drive decisions with impacted design teams. Systemizing security functionality for radio software, in alignment with the System Area charters for Radio and Security through participation in system studies to cover security aspects. Analyze and break down security requirements into implementable system requirements and design constraints for radio units and RAN components. Supporting Architects, OPOs, drivers and development teams with expert guidance in secure implementation. Driving continuous improvement in product security in-line with latest development in security area. Participate in relevant forums and communities (System Area groups, Security Chapters, seminars) and share learnings, best practices, and guidance across the Radio organization.

Responsibilities

Driving Radio security studies to develop robust security features for customers; Lead technical investigations on security topics, propose mitigations, and drive decisions with impacted design teams; Systemizing security functionality for radio software, in alignment with the System Area charters for Radio and Security through participation in system studies to cover security aspects; Analyze and break down security requirements into implementable system requirements and design constraints for radio units and RAN components; Supporting Architects, OPOs, drivers and development teams with expert guidance in secure implementation; Driving continuous improvement in product security in-line with latest development in security area; Participate in relevant forums and communities (System Area groups, Security Chapters, seminars) and share learnings, best practices, and guidance across the Radio organization.

Requirements

Solid background in radio/RAN systems, embedded systems, or telecom HW/SW, with experience from at least one of: radio HW, radio SW, RAN compute; Strong understanding of security fundamentals, including Cryptographic primitives (hashing, symmetric / asymmetric crypto, digital signatures) and secure boot and trusted execution concepts; Experience in system engineering / systemization including requirements analysis and decomposition, defining system behaviors, interfaces, and constraints, and writing clear, structured technical documentation; Ability to lead technical discussions and drive decisions across multi-disciplinary teams (HW, SW, ASIC, manufacturing, security governance); Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a structured way of working and good attention to detail; Understanding of agile way of working, CI/CD setup for product development; Effective communication skills in English, both spoken and written; Curious, self-driven, and eager to learn in the evolving radio security domain; Comfortable working in a distributed, cross-functional environment and building strong networks across units; Able to balance security, performance, cost, and time-to-market in technical trade-offs; Pragmatic and solution-oriented, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.

Nice to have

Experience with 5G RAN and Ericsson Radio System products (radios, AAS, RAN compute, transport, or Cloud RAN); Hands-on experience with Secure boot / secure storage / secure debug implementations; Familiarity with BNEW security frameworks, Baseline Security Requirements (BSR), and Radio Security Requirements in DOORS NG; Experience collaborating with Security Masters, Security Champions, or Product Security organizations.

Benefits

Choice of 3 medical and dental plan options; Core level coverage paid fully by Ericsson; Annual bonus opportunity; Group Retirement & Savings Program with automatic 2% company contribution into the Pension Plan; 50% match of employee’s contribution into the Registered Retirement Savings Plan up to 8%; Basic life insurance and basic accidental death and dismemberment coverage at two-times annual base pay; Short-term disability coverage; Option to participate in Ericsson’s Stock Purchase Plan; Minimum 18 days of accrued vacation; At least 3 personal days; Minimum 10 holidays; 1 volunteer day; Sick days; Up to 10 weeks of paid maternity leave; 6 weeks of parental or adoption leave at 100% of pay; Financial wellness programs; Educational assistance; Matching gifts; Wellness account; Recognition programs.