Penetration Test Engineer - Consultancy

Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a top global IT service firm as a Penetration Test Engineer. You will define strategies for ECU and Vehicle systems, ensuring security through advanced testing. Required skills include Python scripting and an understanding of automotive communication protocols. The role promises a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary packages

Pension and healthcare

Access to extensive training resources

Qualifications

• Experience with CAN and Flexray buses, automotive ethernet.
• Ability to plan and execute ECU level & vehicle level Penetration Tests.
• Strong leadership and management skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement Penetration Test Strategy for ECU and Vehicle systems.
• Support security testing within Hardware in The Loop (HiLs) test rigs.
• Analyse and prepare reports for management and regulators.

Skills

Python scripting

Git proficiency

Automotive communication buses

Penetration Testing experience

Leadership skills

Job description

Do you thrive on conducting ECU level & vehicle level Penetration Tests with precision and creativity?

Join one of the world's leading IT services, consulting, and business solutions organization. Founded in 1968, the company consistently ranks among the top global IT service providers. With a presence in over 50 countries, the company has built a reputation for delivering high-quality technology services across industries including banking, healthcare, telecommunications, and retail.

The leading consultancy firm is looking for a skilled Penetration Test Engineer to define and implement Penetration Test Strategy for ECU and Vehicle systems, ensuring robust governance and security.

Want to be part of a team that thrives in excellence and shines? Feel free to reach out and apply today!

Key Responsibilities:

• Define Penetration Test Strategy for ECU and Vehicle systems.
• Support security testing within Hardware in The Loop (HiLs) test rigs.
• Review and agree on penetration test scopes, liaising with preferred suppliers.
• Analyse and prepare reports for senior management and regulators.
• Embrace differences, empower team members, and build trust through open communication.
• Report to the Pen Test Manager on work and deliverables.

Required Skills/Qualifications:

• Experience in Python scripting for CAN and Flexray buses, automotive ethernet.
• Proficiency in Git for developing user-friendly Penetration Testing frameworks.
• Understanding of automotive communication buses (CAN, Ethernet).
• Knowledge of diagnostics and debugging interfaces (UDS ISO 14229, ASM XCP).
• Penetration Testing experience in automotive and/or IoT, including black box testing, wireless interfaces, and API testing.
• Experience with security protocols in automotive/embedded systems/IoT devices.
• Ability to plan and execute ECU level & vehicle level Penetration Tests.
• Familiarity with Vehicle Diagnostics and Systems Engineering Principles.
• Experience leading engineers from outsourced partners.
• Strong leadership, management, and self-motivation skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary packages with pension, health care, and life assurance.
• Laptop, phone, access to extensive training resources, and discounts.

Salary:

• £60,000 - £75,000 base salary.