Embedded Cyber Security Engineer

Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group is seeking a senior cybersecurity engineer for embedded automotive software in Troy, MI. The role focuses on developing and implementing security protocols, HSM firmware, and secure boot/FOTA solutions within AUTOSAR-based environments.

The candidate will design secure communications between ECUs, conduct vulnerability assessments, and ensure compliance with SAE J3061, UNECE WP.29, ISO/SAE 21434. Strong C/C++ skills and collaboration across teams are required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with automotive software development and AUTOSAR architecture.
• Familiarity with automotive cyber security standards, such as SAE J3061 and UNECE WP.29.
• Experience with secure boot and firmware update mechanisms for embedded systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement security protocols for embedded automotive software
• Develop, implement and configure HSM (hardware security module) firmware
• Develop and configure VECTOR, ETAS or other vendor BSW and/or boot-loader software architecture and embedded security firmware for FOTA
• Design and implement secure communication protocols between various components of the system software and other ECU’s
• Conduct security vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on embedded software systems
• Collaborate with other engineering teams to identify and mitigate cyber security risks in the software development process
• Provide technical guidance to other teams on cyber security best practices
• Ensure compliance with relevant cyber security regulations and standards
• Analyze and debug issues related to cyber security in embedded software systems

Skills

Embedded security

Cryptography

Secure boot

FOTA

C/C++

AUTOSAR

Cyber security standards

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

HSM firmware

BSW/boot-loader software

Job description

• Develop and implement security protocols for embedded automotive software
• Develop, implement and configure HSM (hardware security module) firmware
• Develop and or configure VECTOR, ETAS or other vendor BSW and/or boot-loader software architecture and embedded security firmware for FOTA
• Design and implement secure communication protocols between various components of the system software and other ECU’s
• Conduct security vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on embedded software systems
• Collaborate with other engineering teams to identify and mitigate cyber security risks in the software development process
• Provide technical guidance to other teams on cyber security best practices
• Ensure compliance with relevant cyber security regulations and standards
• Analyze and debug issues related to cyber security in embedded software systems

Job Details

• Develop and implement security protocols for embedded automotive software
• Develop, implement and configure HSM (hardware security module) firmware
• Develop and or configure VECTOR, ETAS or other vendor BSW and/or boot-loader software architecture and embedded security firmware for FOTA
• Design and implement secure communication protocols between various components of the system software and other ECU’s
• Conduct security vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on embedded software systems
• Collaborate with other engineering teams to identify and mitigate cyber security risks in the software development process
• Provide technical guidance to other teams on cyber security best practices
• Ensure compliance with relevant cyber security regulations and standards
• Analyze and debug issues related to cyber security in embedded software systems

Qualification

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Experience with automotive software development and AUTOSAR architecture
• Familiarity with automotive cyber security standards, such as SAE J3061 and UNECE WP.29
• Experience with secure boot and firmware update mechanisms for embedded systems

Skill Key Word

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• At least 5 years of experience in embedded software development
• Strong understanding of cyber security principles and best practices
• Experience with secure communication protocols, cryptography, and key management
• Knowledge of relevant cyber security regulations and standards, such as ISO/SAE 21434, R155, ISO 26262 and AUTOSAR
• Experience with penetration testing and vulnerability assessment tools and methodologies
• Strong programming skills in C and C++
• Experience with software development tools and methodologies, such as Agile and Scrum
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills
• Strong communication and collaboration skills