Sr. Cybersecurity Validation Engineer

Polaris Inc.; Novi (MI); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and profit‑sh

401(k) matching

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Wellness programs, PTO, gym reimburse.

Life and disability insurance

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Polaris Inc. is seeking an Engineer, Systems Electrical Sr - Cybersecurity to lead validation of cybersecurity controls in automotive systems from test planning to reporting. The role involves designing test scripts, coordinating ECU validation schedules, and ensuring compliance with ISO/SAE 21434.

You will perform fuzz and penetration testing, work with suppliers, and produce cyber work products for end-to-end validation. Hybrid work with proximity to Novi, MI is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity or related field; 5 years experience (or Master’s +2).
• Experience validating cybersecurity controls (secure boot, secure reprogramming, security access, secure diagnostics, security gateway, IDS/IPS, code signing, authentication, encryption).
• Knowledge of cybersecurity regulations and standards including UNECE 155/156, CRA, ISO/SAE 21434.
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles and concepts.
• Experience with automotive/embedded system validation.
• Experience with fuzz testing or penetration testing.
• Familiarity with vehicle control systems, including Transmission, Twin EDU Inverter, and connected features.
• Hybrid work arrangement permitted with manager approval.
• Must reside within a reasonable distance of the Novi, MI office.
• Must have authority to work permanently in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with control systems engineers to plan test script development and software validation schedules.
• Manage multiple ECU validation schedules and projects simultaneously.
• Review cybersecurity requirements and vehicle system functionality.
• Design test cases and develop test scripts for software validation.
• Set up, execute, and analyze software validation results and report outcomes to stakeholders.
• Execute fuzz testing, triage results, and work with cybersecurity team to prioritize issues.
• Review supplier test reports and resolve identified issues with suppliers.
• Support penetration testing across tools, benches, software, and calibration.
• Produce ISO/SAE 21434 compliant work products for cybersecurity validation.
• Develop software tools to support cybersecurity test automation.
• Participate in TARA and cybersecurity discussions.
• Review cybersecurity requirements and support design reviews to improve cybersecurity.
• Support end-of-line cybersecurity testing development.
• Analyze cybersecurity intelligence related to vulnerabilities and tools; contribute to the vulnerability database.
• Manage existing cybersecurity testing tools and explore new tools and methods.

Skills

Cybersecurity principles

Automotive/embedded validation

Fuzz testing

Penetration testing

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity

Master’s degree in related field

Tools

Fuzz testing tools

Penetration testing tools

ISO/SAE 21434 tooling

Job description

Engineer, Systems Electrical Sr - Cybersecurity

Location: Novi, Michigan

Responsibilities

• Work with control systems engineers to plan test script development and software validation schedules.
• Manage multiple ECU validation schedules and projects simultaneously.
• Review and understand cybersecurity requirements and vehicle system functionality.
• Design test cases and develop test scripts for software validation.
• Setup, execute, and analyze software validation results, reporting outcomes to stakeholders.
• Execute fuzz testing, triage results, and collaborate with the cybersecurity team to prioritize identified issues.
• Review supplier test reports and work with suppliers to resolve identified issues.
• Support penetration testing across testing tools, benches, software, and calibration from technical standpoints.
• Produce ISO/SAE 21434 compliant work products and ensure cybersecurity validation meets product, supplier, and test lab requirements.
• Develop additional software tools to support cybersecurity test automation.
• Participate in TARA and cybersecurity discussions.
• Review cybersecurity requirements and support design reviews to improve cybersecurity.
• Support development of end‑of‑line testing for cybersecurity.
• Analyze cybersecurity intelligence related to vulnerabilities, hacking tools, and methods; contribute to the vulnerability database.
• Manage existing cybersecurity testing tools, investigate new tools and methods, and support refinement of cybersecurity validation strategies.
• Participate in and support Auto‑ISAC working groups.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related field plus 5 years of related experience (or Master’s degree plus 2 years of related experience).
• Experience validating cybersecurity controls such as secure boot, secure reprogramming, security access, secure diagnostics, security gateway, IDS/IPS, code signing, authentication, and encryption.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity regulations and standards including UNECE 155/156, CRA, or ISO/SAE 21434.
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles and concepts.
• Experience with automotive/embedded system validation.
• Experience with fuzz testing or penetration testing.
• Familiarity with vehicle control systems, including Transmission, Twin EDU Inverter, and connected features.
• Hybrid work arrangement permitted with manager approval.
• Must reside within a reasonable distance of the Novi, MI office.
• Must have authority to work permanently in the United States.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and profit‑sharing plan.
• 401(k) matching contribution and financial wellness education.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Wellness programs, paid time off, and gym and personal training reimbursement.
• Life and disability insurance offerings.
• Paid volunteer time off through the Polaris Foundation.

EEO Statement

Polaris Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment‑related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Applicants with a disability that require accommodations in the application or recruiting process should contact Human Resources at 800‑765‑2747 or [e-mail].