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Secure Communication Engineer

Unlock employer Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Posted: 09 Jun 2026

Financial

  • Estimate: $90k - $120k*
  • Zero income tax location

Accessibility

  • Office Only
  • Apply from abroad
  • Visa Provided

Requirements

  • Experience: Senior
  • English: Professional

Position

About
KATIM is a leader in the development of innovative secure communication products and solutions for governments and businesses. As part of the Space & Cyber Technologies cluster at the company, KATIM delivers trust in a world where cyber risks are a constant threat, fulfilling the demand for advanced cyber capabilities with robust, secure, end-to-end solutions.

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Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement Secure Boot mechanisms (e.g: Intel, Layerscape and Zynq PS platforms).
  • Design disk encryption/decryption solutions using industry-standard cryptographic libraries (OpenSSL, WolfSSL, etc.).
  • Integrate hardware security features such as TrustZone, TPM, HSMs, and secure key storage.
  • Design and implement a Key Management System (KMS) for secure key generation, distribution, and storage.
  • Develop key loading mechanisms, including secure bootstrapping, provisioning, and over-the-air (OTA) updates.
  • Implement end-to-end encryption and authentication for secure key exchange.
  • Architect and implement secure firmware/SW update mechanisms, ensuring authenticity verification, signed firmware updates, and rollback protection.
  • Develop secure communication protocols for embedded systems, ensuring end-to-end encryption and authentication (e.g: Implement IPSec, TLS).
  • Define and implement measures for tamper detection and protection.
  • Work on air-gapped environments and security measures for high-assurance systems.

Education and Minimum Qualifications

  • BSc/MSc in Computer Science or Electrical/Computer Engineering, or a related field
  • 7 years’ experience in a similar role

Key Skills

  • Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work in a cross-disciplinary team.
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
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