Automotive Cybersecurity Engineering Leader

Ubique Systems; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Ubique Systems seeks an experienced Automotive Cybersecurity Lead to drive the design, implementation and validation of cybersecurity across next-generation automotive electronic systems. The role collaborates with engineering, product development and cross-functional teams to embed security throughout the product development lifecycle, from concept to production launch.

The ideal candidate brings strong automotive cybersecurity engineering expertise, risk assessment skills, and knowledge of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, electronics, EE, CS or related field.
• 6+ years engineering experience, with at least 3 years in automotive cybersecurity within OEM or Tier-1 environment.
• Experience with ISO/SAE 21434 and cybersecurity deliverables (TARA, vulnerability assessments, requirements engineering).
• Experience across the automotive product lifecycle from RFQ to Start of Production (SOP).

Responsibilities

• Lead design, implementation and validation of cybersecurity across automotive systems.
• Coordinate with engineering, product development and cross-functional teams to embed security in the product lifecycle.
• Provide technical leadership and drive cybersecurity deliverables across programs.

Skills

Automotive cybersecurity

Risk assessment

ISO/SAE 21434

Cybersecurity deliverables

Technical leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Security in SDLC

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Postgraduate qualification (preferred)

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Automotive Cybersecurity Lead to drive the design, implementation, and validation of cybersecurity solutions across next-generation automotive electronic systems. The successful candidate will work closely with engineering, product development, and cross-functional teams to ensure security is embedded throughout the product development lifecycle, from initial concept and customer engagement through production launch.

This position requires strong expertise in automotive cybersecurity engineering, functional security architecture, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance, along with the ability to provide technical direction across complex automotive programs.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline. A postgraduate qualification is an added advantage.
• At least 6 years of overall engineering experience, including a minimum of 3 years focused on automotive cybersecurity within an OEM or Tier-1 automotive supplier environment.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and executing cybersecurity engineering activities in accordance with ISO/SAE 21434.
• Strong practical knowledge of automotive cybersecurity deliverables, including TARA, cybersecurity concepts, vulnerability assessments, and cybersecurity requirements engineering.
• Proven experience managing cybersecurity activities across the automotive product development lifecycle, from RFQ and initial design through Start of Production (SOP).
• Previous experience providing technical leadership, coordinating engineering activities, and driving cybersecurity deliverables across multidisciplinary teams.
• Exposure to automotive product domains such as infotainment systems, in-vehicle displays, Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), and connected vehicle platforms.
• Working knowledge of UNECE R155, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and automotive cybersecurity compliance requirements.
• Technical understanding of automotive security solutions, including HSM, Secure Boot, secure firmware/software updates, SecOC, and RSA/ECDSA cryptographic algorithms.
• Familiarity with ASPICE, automotive V-model development methodologies, and associated engineering quality processes.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate combines strong automotive engineering fundamentals with hands-on cybersecurity implementation experience. They should be capable of independently driving cybersecurity workstreams, translating security risks into actionable engineering requirements, and providing technical leadership to ensure secure automotive products are delivered in line with industry standards and program expectations.