Sr Regulatory Compliance Engineer, Cyber Security (m/w/d)

Tesla Germany GmbH; Freiburg im Breisgau; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Tesla Engineering Germany is seeking a senior cybersecurity specialist to lead homologation and testing for energy and charging products across the EMEA. You will drive compliance strategies for evolving regulations and act as the main technical liaison with market surveillance authorities.

The role requires hands-on testing, threat modeling, and translating complex standards into actionable engineering tasks, working with hardware and software teams to maintain secure-by-design products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field, with 3+ years in product cybersecurity or homologation.
• Expert-level knowledge of cybersecurity standards for IoT/industrial products (e.g., IEC 62443, ETSI EN 303 645) and ISO/EN 18031 cryptography concepts.
• Hands-on experience with vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and threat modeling; capable of translating standards into design/testing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead cybersecurity homologation, certification, and testing for Energy and Charging products across the EMEA region.
• Develop and execute a compliance strategy for CRA and RED-related regulations.
• Serve as the primary technical contact for testing authorities and market surveillance inquiries.
• Coordinate vulnerability assessments and ethical hacking activities to mitigate security risks.
• Translate standards (EN 18031, ETSI EN 303 645) into actionable hardware/software requirements.
• Manage third-party labs and certification bodies for cybersecurity testing and approvals.

Skills

Cybersecurity expertise

Regulatory compliance

Threat modeling

Penetration testing

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

Security assessment tools

Job description

What to Expect

At Tesla Engineering Germany in Freiburg, we’re building the future of sustainable energy by developing innovative power electronics for energy storage and vehicle charging systems. Join our team to collaborate across different engineering areas, solve meaningful challenges creatively and transfer concepts from initial design, through prototyping and testing into real-world solutions. This is a critical opportunity to become our subject matter expert for product cybersecurity, responsible for navigating the complex landscape of emerging regulations across EMEA. You will not only interpret standards but also engage in hands‑on vulnerability testing, ensuring our products are secure by design and compliant with the latest international requirements.

What You’ll Do

• Lead all cybersecurity homologation, certification, and testing activities for Energy and Charging products across the EMEA region.
• Develop and execute the compliance strategy for a multitude of upcoming cybersecurity regulations, including the Cyber Resilience Act and delegated acts of the Radio Equipment Directive (RED).
• Serve as the primary technical point of contact for cybersecurity‑related inquiries and investigations from market surveillance authorities.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute vulnerability assessments and penetration testing activities to proactively identify and mitigate security risks in our products.
• Translate complex cybersecurity standards (e.g., EN 18031, ETSI EN 303 645) into actionable design and testing requirements for hardware and software engineering teams.
• Manage relationships with third‑party labs and certification bodies for all cybersecurity‑related testing and approvals.
• Proactively monitor the global threat landscape and evolving regulations to inform product development and ensure a long‑term, sustainable compliance strategy.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field, with a minimum of 3 years of experience in a product cybersecurity, compliance, or homologation role.
• Expert‑level knowledge of cybersecurity principles and standards applicable to IoT or connected industrial products, such as IEC 62443, ETSI EN 303 645, and familiarity with foundational cryptographic standards like the ISO/EN 18031 series.
• Deep, practical understanding of emerging European cybersecurity legislation, including the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) and relevant articles of the Radio Equipment Directive (RED).
• Hands‑on experience with security assessment tools and methodologies, including vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and threat modeling.
• Proven ability to manage complex certification projects with test labs and regulatory authorities specifically within the cybersecurity domain.
• Experience responding to inquiries or investigations from government or market surveillance authorities is a significant advantage.
• Strong communication skills to articulate complex security risks and compliance requirements to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

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