Remote Automotive Cybersecurity Analyst

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 650,000 - 1,050,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote position

Flexible working hours

Support for professional certs

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Automotive Cybersecurity Analyst to join its expanding security team. This role focuses on safeguarding connected vehicles and digital infrastructure worldwide, performing in-depth security analysis, vulnerability assessments, and threat mitigation for automotive systems.

The position offers remote work with flexible hours and opportunities for professional certifications, contributing to safer and more secure future vehicles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field; Master's preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of cybersecurity experience with emphasis on automotive cybersecurity.
• Proven experience with penetration testing, threat modeling, and vulnerability assessment tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive security assessments and vulnerability analyses of automotive software, hardware, and communication networks.
• Monitor automotive systems for security threats and intrusions, responding effectively to incidents.
• Develop and implement robust cybersecurity policies, procedures, and best practices for automotive industry.
• Analyze security implications of new vehicle features and technologies, providing proactive security recommendations.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate security controls into the vehicle development lifecycle.
• Stay current with emerging automotive cybersecurity threats, trends, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Penetration testing

Threat modeling

Vulnerability assessment

Automotive cybersecurity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

CAN protocol

UDS protocol

AUTOSAR

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly skilled Remote Automotive Cybersecurity Analyst to join their expanding security team. This position is critical in safeguarding the connected vehicles and digital infrastructure of tomorrow against evolving cyber threats. You will operate remotely, performing in-depth security analysis, vulnerability assessments, and threat mitigation strategies for automotive systems. This role offers the unique opportunity to contribute to the security and safety of vehicles on a global scale, working with a forward-thinking company dedicated to embedding security into the core of automotive innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive security assessments and vulnerability analyses of automotive software, hardware, and communication networks.
• Monitor automotive systems for security threats and intrusions, responding effectively to incidents.
• Develop and implement robust cybersecurity policies, procedures, and best practices specific to the automotive industry.
• Analyze security implications of new vehicle features and technologies, providing proactive security recommendations.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate security controls and solutions into the vehicle development lifecycle.
• Stay current with emerging automotive cybersecurity threats, trends, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a significant focus on automotive cybersecurity.
• Proven experience with penetration testing, threat modeling, and vulnerability assessment tools.
• In-depth knowledge of automotive communication protocols (e.g., CAN, UDS, AUTOSAR) and their security implications.
• Understanding of cryptographic principles and their application in secure automotive systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package for a remote position.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge automotive cybersecurity challenges.
• Flexible working hours and the ability to work from anywhere with a reliable internet connection.
• Support for professional certifications and continuous learning in cybersecurity.
• Contribute to making future vehicles safer and more secure for everyone.