Junior Cybersecurity Engineer

Tata Technologies; Woking; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Junior Cybersecurity Engineer specializing in Penetration Testing. The role involves conducting security assessments, identifying vulnerabilities in automotive systems, and developing security measures to ensure vehicle safety and data protection.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in penetration testing, preferably in automotive.
• Strong understanding of automotive communication protocols.

Responsibilities

• Conduct penetration testing on automotive systems to identify vulnerabilities.
• Develop and implement security measures against identified threats.

Skills

Penetration Testing

Problem-Solving

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cybersecurity

Electrical Engineering

Tools

CANoe

Wireshark

Burp Suite

Metasploit

Job description

Role description

At Tata Technologies we make product development dreams a reality by designing, engineering and validating the products of tomorrow for the world’s leading manufacturers. Due to our continued growth we are now recruiting for a Junior Cybersecurity Engineer to be based at our clients site in Woking.

Our Engineering Research and Development department (ER&D) is a fast-growing function within Tata Technologies Limited that is assembled to work on exciting projects globally for multiple customers. It comprises highly specialized engineers across Automotive, Aerospace and Industrial Heavy Machinery.

Role Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Cybersecurity Engineer specializing in Penetration Testing to join our automotive cybersecurity team. You will be responsible for conducting security assessments, identifying vulnerabilities in automotive systems (ECUs, networks, communication protocols), and recommending mitigations to ensure vehicle safety and data protection. As well as:

·Developing and implementing security measures to protect against identified threats.

·Leading the development and execution of comprehensive test plans for automotive systems using HIL setups.

·Performing HIL test bench setup activities, including wiring, troubleshooting, and testing during commissioning .

·Ensuring the commissioning of HIL tests for all software releases, ensuring timely delivery to avoid production delays.

Dimension of Function:

·Reports to: Cybersecurity Lead or Engineering Manager

·Department: Automotive Cybersecurity / Vehicle Systems Security

·Interfaces with: Software Development, Systems Engineering, Validation, Compliance, and Quality Assurance teams

·Scope: Global/Regional automotive cybersecurity projects (development & testing phase)

Technical Skills: Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., C, C++, Python, CAPL), knowledge of embedded systems, and experience with penetration testing tools.

Contacts:

·HIL IT Infra & Cloud Support Engineer

·ER&D

Areas of Responsibility:

Cyber Security Penetration Testing:

·Identify Vulnerabilities: Conduct penetration testing on automotive systems to identify security weaknesses.

·Analyze Security: Assess the security of electronic control units (ECUs), in-vehicle networks, and communication protocols like CAN and Ethernet

·Implement Security Measures: Develop and implement solutions to protect against identified vulnerabilities.

HIL Validation:

·Test Plan Development: Create and execute comprehensive test plans using HIL setups

·HIL Test Bench Setup: Perform activities such as wiring, troubleshooting, and testing during commissioning

·Software Release Testing: Ensure timely commissioning of HIL tests for all software releases to avoid production delays

Compliance and Standards:

·Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to cybersecurity standards and regulations

·Security Practices: Implement security practices in line with industry standards

Software and Hardware Security:

·Embedded Systems Security: Develop and test software for embedded systems, ensuring robust security measures.

·Hardware Security Modules: Work with hardware security modules (HSMs) and trusted platform modules (TPMs) to enhance hardware security

Collaboration and Communication:

·Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with software developers, hardware engineers, and quality assurance teams.

·Stakeholder Communication: Communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders to improve overall vehicle security

Knowledge & Experience:

·Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.

·2+ years of experience in penetration testing, preferably in the automotive or embedded systems domain.

·Strong understanding of automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, UDS, Ethernet, FlexRay, DoIP).

·Practical knowledge of attack techniques, fuzzing, injection, buffer overflows, and reverse engineering.

·Experience with tools such as CANoe, CANalyzer, Scapy, Wireshark, Metasploit, Burp Suite, Ghidra, etc.

·Familiarity with embedded systems, firmware analysis, and secure boot chains.
Knowledge of relevant standards: ISO/SAE 21434, ISO 26262 (safety), AUTOSAR security concepts.

Competences:

Technical Competence: Strong problem-solving skills in cybersecurity, penetration testing, and embedded systems.

Analytical Skills: Ability to evaluate complex systems and identify exploitable weaknesses.

Communication: Clear technical writing and verbal communication for reporting and collaboration.

Team Collaboration: Ability to work cross-functionally in a global, multi-disciplinary team.

Proactive Attitude: Self-driven, eager to stay updated with emerging threats and tools in the automotive cybersecurity space.

Certifications (preferred): OSCP, CEH, GIAC GPEN, or equivalent industry-recognized credentials