
Location:
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Job ID:
R0118474
Date Posted:
2026-02-19
Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY USA INC
Profession (Job Category):
IT, Telecom & Internet
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
NoJob Description
Opportunity
We are seeking for R&D Cybersecurity Analyst (Product Security Engineer)to join our team and assist with cybersecurity, penetration testing, and product security research and development. The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing and evaluating security measures for our products, conducting penetration testing to identify potential security threats, and developing solutions to address security vulnerabilities. You will be the primary contact and driver to ensure security hardened Products and Systems also including security related knowledge management and rollout in the Enterprise Software Solutions organization.
How you will make an impact
Conduct cybersecurity research and analysis to identify potential security threats
Perform penetration testing to evaluate the security of our products
Analyze and evaluate security measures and controls for our products
Develop solutions and recommendations to address security vulnerabilities
Assist in the development of cybersecurity policies and procedures
Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in cybersecurity and product security
Work collaboratively with the R&D team to ensure cybersecurity is integrated into the development process
Ability to work in a multinational team with agile mentality
Overall driver for the consistent implementation of HE Cyber Security strategy, processes and communication within Enterprise Software Solutions.
Responsible for tracking, auditing and reporting as per internal Security Development Lifecycle
Ensure a timely and consistent process for handling of security vulnerabilities in Enterprise Software Solutions products – including detection, assessment, correction and knowledge distribution
Creating and keeping a comprehensive understanding of global cybersecurity risks and market requirements, including regulations and standards
Alignment with product management and R&D project leaders to ensure security lifecycle planned within product development roadmaps
Anticipate and influencing current and future technologies and trends and leading internal knowledge sharing
Actively contributing to find, manage and reduce cybersecurity risks – both today and in the future
Preparation and execution of internal awareness and training programs.
Your background
Candidates with 8+ yrs of experience graduated with a degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field
Familiarity with cybersecurity principles, penetration testing, and product security
Understanding of common vulnerabilities and exploits
Experience with at least one programming language, such as Python, C# or C++
Familiarity with cybersecurity tools such as Kali Linux, Metasploit, and Burp
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team
Excellent verbal and written communication skill
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Since its founding in 1910, Hitachi has responded to the expectations of society and its customers through technology and innovation. Our mission is to “Contribute to society through the development of superior, original technology and products.” Over the past 100+ years this commitment has led us to work towards creating a more sustainable society through our “Social Innovation Business”. We work to apply our expertise in information technology (IT), operational technology (OT), and a wide variety of products to advance social infrastructure systems and improve quality of life across the world.
Hitachi’s Social Innovation Business is centered around 5 growth sectors: Mobility, Smart Life, Industry, Energy, and IT. Globally, we have nearly 300,000 employees who are working to improve people’s quality of life and our customers’ social, environmental, and economic values to create a sustainable future. The challenges we face as a society are unprecedented, but so are the opportunities. Together, let’s start powering good.