Junior Product Cybersecurity Analyst (IoT)

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Job Title: Junior Product Cybersecurity Analyst (IoT)

Location: Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent (36 hours/week)

Salary: £35,500 + Bonus

Start Your Cybersecurity Career Securing the Future of IoT

Are you ready to make an impact in one of the fastest-growing fields in cybersecurity?

We're looking for a Junior Product Cybersecurity Analyst to join our IoT Security team at BSI. In this hands-on role, you’ll assess the security of connected products from firmware to communication interfaces ensuring they meet the highest standards for global compliance and resilience.

This is a fantastic opportunity to apply your skills in hardware security, embedded systems, and penetration testing, while learning from industry experts and working on real-world cybersecurity challenges that matter.

Sponsorship is not available for this position. Suitable candidate will be required to hold permanent rights to work and remain in the UK.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct security testing on IoT product samples, ensuring compliance with key industry standards.
• Support senior analysts with in-depth technical testing, debugging, and threat evaluation.
• Collaborate with certification and compliance teams to resolve security issues found during evaluation.
• Contribute to the development and automation of testing methodologies to keep pace with evolving regulations.
• Prepare and deliver clear, accurate technical test reports for clients.
• Help maintain the security lab environment, tooling, and test infrastructure.
• Work directly with clients during the testing and certification journey.

What We’re Looking For

Required:

• 1+ year of experience in hardware cybersecurity testing (IoT devices).
• Good foundation in networking and programming (e.g., Python, C, Java).
• Familiarity with embedded systems, microcontrollers (STM32, ESP32), and RTOS.
• Understanding of debugging interfaces (UART, JTAG, SPI, I2C).
• Basic knowledge of wireless protocols: Zigbee, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Cellular, LoRa WAN.
• Exposure to tools like Wireshark, Nmap, Burp Suite, Nessus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, Electronics, Telecommunications, or related field.

Desirable:

• Familiarity with standards such as ETSI EN 303 645, ETSI TS 103 701, IEC 62443, UL2900, RED EN 18031, OWASP IoT Top 10, etc.
• Hands-on Linux experience.
• Awareness of the product lifecycle and how security affects provisioning, manufacturing, and updates.
• CREST CPSA or willingness to pursue certification.

Why Join Us?

• Hands-on learning: Gain hands-on experience with real consumer devices and security evaluations.
• Global impact: Work on products that reach homes, hospitals, and industries worldwide.
• Career progression: We’ll support your training, certifications, and career path in cybersecurity.

BSI offers a competitive total reward package, an independent and varied job in an international environment, flexible working hours, ongoing training, and development with the inclusion of Annual Bonus, Contribution Based Pension, Private Healthcare, 27 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, Income Protection & Life Assurance.

Your journey into product cybersecurity starts here. Apply now and help us build a safer, more secure connected world.

D&I Policy

BSI is committed to ensuring the diversity of our workforce reflects that of our clients and the communities in which we operate. Our goal is to create a sense of belonging for all employees by providing opportunities to develop, grow, and engage with our global organization all while having fun doing great work. BSI is a community where everyone can thrive.

If you require any reasonable accommodation to be made on account of a disability or impairment throughout our recruiting process, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner.

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About Us

BSI is a business improvement and standards company and for over a century BSI has been recognized for having a positive impact on organizations and society, building trust and enhancing lives.
 
Today BSI partners with more than 77,500 clients in 195 countries and engages with a 15,000 strong global community of experts, industry and consumer groups, organizations and governments.
Utilizing its extensive expertise in key industry sectors - including automotive, aerospace, built environment, food and retail, and healthcare - BSI delivers on its purpose by helping its clients fulfil theirs.
Living by our core values of Client-Centricity, Agility, and Collaboration, BSI provides organizations with the confidence to grow by partnering with them to tackle society’s critical issues – from climate change to building trust in digital transformation and everything in between - to accelerate progress towards a better society and a sustainable world.

BSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.