Remote Automotive Cybersecurity Specialist

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary with bonuses

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous vacation and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Company retirement plan

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Remote Automotive Cybersecurity Specialist to join their security team. You will identify vulnerabilities, develop security strategies, and implement protections for in-vehicle systems and connected services.

The role requires expertise in automotive networks, cryptography, threat modeling, and secure coding. You will collaborate with engineers to embed security throughout the product lifecycle, monitor threats, and provide training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant field.
• Experience with automotive cybersecurity standards (ISO/SAE 21434, UN R155).
• Proficiency with security assessment tools and vulnerability scanners.
• Strong communication for remote teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Conduct security assessments and penetration testing of automotive systems, networks, and applications.
• Identify vulnerabilities and threats in connected car architectures and embedded systems.
• Develop and implement cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices for automotive applications.
• Design and architect secure communication protocols and data protection mechanisms.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate security measures throughout the product lifecycle.
• Monitor security alerts and respond to incidents promptly and effectively.

Skills

Cybersecurity principles

Automotive networks

Threat modelling

Penetration testing

Risk assessment

Embedded security

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's/Master's degree in Cybersecurity/CS/EE

Tools

Penetration testing tools

Cryptography libraries

CAN/Ethernet protocols

Job description

About the Role

Our client is at the forefront of automotive innovation, developing secure and connected vehicle technologies. We are looking for a highly skilled Remote Automotive Cybersecurity Specialist to join their dedicated security team. This is a fully remote opportunity, offering the flexibility to work from your chosen location. You will be responsible for identifying vulnerabilities, developing security strategies, and implementing robust protection measures for in-vehicle systems and connected services. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, automotive networks, and risk management. You will collaborate with engineering teams to ensure that security is integrated into the design and development lifecycle of our client's automotive products. This role is crucial for safeguarding vehicles against cyber threats and ensuring the safety and privacy of drivers.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct security assessments and penetration testing of automotive systems, networks, and applications.
• Identify vulnerabilities and potential threats in connected car architectures and embedded systems.
• Develop and implement cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices for automotive applications.
• Design and architect secure communication protocols and data protection mechanisms.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate security measures throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Monitor security alerts and respond to incidents in a timely and effective manner.
• Stay current with emerging cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies relevant to the automotive industry.
• Provide cybersecurity training and awareness to internal teams.
• Contribute to the development of security requirements and roadmaps for future vehicle platforms.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in cybersecurity, with specific knowledge of automotive cybersecurity principles and standards (e.g., ISO/SAE 21434, UN R155).
• Proficiency in security assessment tools, vulnerability scanners, and penetration testing techniques.
• Strong understanding of automotive communication protocols (CAN, Ethernet, TCP/IP) and embedded systems security.
• Experience with cryptography, secure coding practices, and threat modeling.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, essential for remote teamwork.
• Ability to work independently and manage complex security projects.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement offering excellent flexibility.
• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous vacation policy and paid holidays.
• Professional development opportunities, including certifications and training.
• Exposure to cutting-edge automotive cybersecurity technologies.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.