Project Manager, Crypto & Security Competence Center (m/f/d)

Job Title

Project Manager, Crypto & Security Competence Center (m/f/d)

Role Summary

Member of the Project Management Office for the Crypto & Security Competence Center. Represents the Crypto and Security Group in cross-functional product development teams and coordinates security-related activities from concept through security certification.

Primary mission: ensure security goals, schedules, risks and issues are tracked and closed in a timely manner across global projects.

Experience Level

Mid-level (Level - Mid-Career). The posting does not specify required years of experience; relevant semiconductor project-management experience is expected.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include coordinating security activities, communicating schedule and risks, and supporting the product development lifecycle through to certification.

• Act as Crypto & Security Group representative on product development projects from concept to security certification; track security-related activities.
• Support product teams in applying the Competence Center project methodology.
• Facilitate project calls with global, cross-functional teams to drive progress and resolve security issues.
• Serve as first-line contact for escalation of security issues and ensure timely resolution.
• Prepare Security Group reports for project milestone reviews.
• Create top-level project plans with milestones, timelines, and ownership; monitor status and ensure security goals are met.
• Identify security risks, question assumptions, and ensure mitigation steps are executed.

Requirements

Must-have qualifications and skills to perform the role; followed by preferred skills.

• Proven project-management experience within the semiconductor industry.
• Demonstrated management skills with a proactive, solution-oriented approach.
• Experience with project-management tools (e.g., MS Project or similar).
• General understanding of embedded system design and architectural definition.
• Strong systematic and organizational skills; able to manage complex environments and track status.
• Calm under pressure, comfortable taking ownership in ambiguous situations.
• Willingness to travel when necessary (typically 1–2 times per year).
• Location: role is based at NXP sites in Glasgow (United Kingdom) or Gratkorn (Austria).

Nice-to-have:

• Knowledge of security concepts and standards such as ISO 21434 and IEC 62443, including cryptography.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree preferred in Electrical Engineering, Security Engineering, or Computer Engineering.

About the Company

Company: NXP Semiconductors

Headquarters: Nijmegen, Netherlands

NXP Semiconductors N.V. is a global semiconductor company that provides High Performance Mixed Signal and Standard Product solutions. With over 45,000 employees and operations in more than 35 countries, NXP is a leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, catering to automotive, industrial IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets. The company is committed to innovation and sustainability, advancing a smarter, safer, and more sustainable world through technology.