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Hardware and Firmware Security Research Engineer

HP


Job Location:

Bristol - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 5 September 2026 (6 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 3 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Hardware and Firmware Security Research Engineer

Description -

We have an exciting opportunity to join the HP Security Lab for an experienced hardware and firmware research engineer who will focus on researching and designing security architecture for future endpoint devices to be more secure and manageable in tomorrows threat landscape. The role will be part of our world class Platform Security Research team to help push the boundaries of hardware-firmware co-design for security and next generation platform roots of trust.

On a daily basis you will beworking closely with systems security research engineers developing and prototyping new technologies and architectures and engaging with technologists in business units across HP to identify opportunities and help plan innovation roadmaps for the future.

The successful candidate will have solid system security skills and an accomplished background in low level computer architecture engineering ideally with knowledge and understanding of enterprise IT architectures. This position requires a strong research engineer who can also communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders and roles.

With more than two decades of pioneering research in computer and systems security the HP Security Lab has a proven track record of influencing products shaping industry standards collaborating with academia and driving security innovation across HP.

Job Responsibilities
  • Analyse technology trends threat trends and end-user needs to help drive HPs security research and security products roadmaps

  • Developing new hardware and firmware security architectures

  • Building prototypes to de-risk and show feasibility of ideas

  • Documenting architecture and technical designs

  • Validating use cases with end-users and business partners

  • Working in a fast-paced environment that iterates and evolves rapidly

Job Requirements
  • Experience with hardware and firmware technologies (x86 ARM UEFI PCIe DMA etc.)

  • Knowledge of computer architecture

  • An ability to analyse and model threats vulnerabilities and mitigations

  • Ability to survey and articulate technology and threat trends

  • Strong engineering skills

  • Knowledge or interest in endpoint security

  • Anability toconvey technical knowledge to both technical experts and non-technical teams alike

Thefollowing skills and attributesare a plus
  • Knowledge in systems security

  • Knowledge of enterprise IT (device and security) management

  • Knowledge of OS kernel and hypervisor security

  • Degree in Computer Science Computer Engineering Electrical & Electronic Engineering or a related field.

About HP

At HP youll have a chance to create tools technology and solutions that reshape the way the world works in the future. If youre looking to join a company that allows you to connect with a network of professionals eager to support you in doing your best work we want to talk to you. Our legendary culture guides every employee toward successfostering collaboration and driving innovation.

Operating in over 170 countries HP is always creating new services products and capabilities giving you more opportunities to advance your career. Here innovation is the key to professional development and career mobility.

When you join HP youre joining a company that believes every voice matters and that we all deserve a seat at the table. From the boardroom to factory floor we create a culture where everyone is respected and where people can be themselves. You will be part of a global laboratory where different perspectives and experiences will help you solve problems in new ways. This is where you can build a long and wide-ranging career.

Equal opportunity employer

HP Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and prospective employees without regard to race color religion sex national origin ancestry citizenship sexual orientation age disability or status as a protected veteran marital status familial status physical or mental disability medical condition pregnancy genetic predisposition or carrier status uniformed service status political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable national federal state and local law(s).

Please be assured that you will not be subject to any adverse treatment if you choose to disclose the information requested. This information is provided voluntarily. The information obtained will be kept in strict confidence.

For more information review HPs EEO Policy or read about your rights as an applicant under the law here: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

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Engineering

Schedule -

Full time

Shift -

No shift premium (United Kingdom)

Travel -

Relocation -

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) -

HP Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and prospective employees without regard to race color religion sex national origin ancestry citizenship sexual orientation age disability or status as a protected veteran marital status familial status physical or mental disability medical condition pregnancy genetic predisposition or carrier status uniformed service status political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable national federal state and local law(s).

Please be assured that you will not be subject to any adverse treatment if you choose to disclose the information requested. This information is provided voluntarily. The information obtained will be kept in strict confidence.

For more information review HPsEEO Policy or read about your rights as an applicant under the law here: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal


Required Experience:

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