Senior Automotive Cybersecurity Engineer

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a Senior Automotive Cybersecurity Engineer to join their completely remote team, contributing to the security of connected and autonomous vehicles. This role is essential for designing, implementing, and testing robust cybersecurity measures across the vehicle's digital architecture. You will work on protecting vehicle systems from emerging threats, ensuring the safety and privacy of drivers and passengers. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned cybersecurity expert to work from anywhere and significantly impact the security posture of future automotive technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect secure automotive systems, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity standards like ISO 21434.
• Develop and implement security solutions for in-vehicle networks, ECUs, and cloud-connected services.
• Conduct threat modeling, risk assessments, and vulnerability analysis throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Define and implement security testing strategies, including penetration testing and fuzzing.
• Collaborate with software and hardware teams to integrate security best practices into the development process.
• Stay current with automotive cybersecurity trends, vulnerabilities, and emerging technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related engineering field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a strong focus on the automotive sector .
• In-depth knowledge of automotive communication protocols (CAN, Ethernet, UDS) and their security vulnerabilities.
• Experience with cryptographic principles, secure coding practices, and security hardware modules (HSMs).
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python) for security automation and analysis.
• Strong understanding of automotive cybersecurity standards and regulations.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote position offering global flexibility.
• Opportunity to work on the cutting edge of automotive cybersecurity.
• Significant contributions to the safety and security of millions of vehicles.
• Professional development and continuous learning support.