Cyber Security Engineer (Automotive)

Overview

Reference
CSE3849

Salary
£500 - £550/day

Job Location
United Kingdom -- England -- North West England -- Cheshire -- Crewe

Job Type
Contract

Posted
04 February 2025

Cyber Security Engineer (Automotive)

Contract
Inside IR35

7 Month Contract Initially

Rate - £500 - £550

Cheshire Based - Onsite 1 - 2 days per week

ASAP Start

Key Accountability and Responsibilities

1. Technical Leadership
   • Collaborate with controller owners on the development and integration of security features across automotive platforms.
   • Provide expert guidance on security functions (IDS, SOC, TLS and VKMS etc.) for automotive systems.
   • Lead/Coordinate the design and implementation of robust automotive cybersecurity strategies and solutions.
2. Threat and Risk Mitigation
   • Review the risk analysis, and vulnerability assessments for automotive components and systems.
   • Establish baselines for applying security functions and continuously improve defense measures to address evolving threats.
3. Compliance and Standards
   • Analyze relevant requirements to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations (e.g. GB-44495, ISO/SAE 21434, UNECE WP.29, GDPR).
   • Lead efforts to address security technologies required to obtain cybersecurity certification.
4. Collaboration and Communication
   • Foster communication between internal stakeholders, partners, and external vendors to ensure cybersecurity goals are achieved.
   • Present complex cybersecurity topics to technical and non-technical stakeholders, including senior management.
   • Provide training and mentorship to team members to improve the organization's overall security maturity.
5. Innovation and Continuous Improvement
   • Stay updated on the latest trends and developments in automotive cybersecurity technologies.
   • Identify opportunities to innovate and improve security processes, tools, and solutions.
   • Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the team.

What You'll Need

1. Automotive Cybersecurity Development Experience
   • Proven experience in developing and implementing Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) for in-vehicle networks to detect and respond to malicious activities in real time.
   • Hands-on experience with Secure Onboard Communication (SOC) protocols, including message authentication and encryption for CAN, LIN, and Ethernet-based automotive networks.
2. Vehicle Key Management System (VKMS) Expertise
   • Strong background in designing and managing VKMS for secure key generation, distribution, and storage across various Electronic Control Units (ECUs).
   • Knowledge of industry-standard cryptographic algorithms and key lifecycle management specific to automotive applications.
3. End-to-End System Design and Integration
   • Demonstrated ability to design, integrate, and test cybersecurity solutions across the automotive ecosystem, including ECUs, gateways, and backend cloud services.
   • Familiarity with security-related hardware components (HSM, HSEE) and experience with over-the-air (OTA) software update mechanisms.
4. Compliance with Cybersecurity Standards
   • Deep understanding of automotive cybersecurity regulations and standards, such as GB-44459, ISO/SAE 21434, UNECE WP.29, and AUTOSAR SecOC.
   • Experience in aligning security solutions with compliance requirements while maintaining system performance and usability.
5. Problem-Solving and Cross-Functional Collaboration
   • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex cybersecurity challenges across vehicle platforms.
   • Proven ability to collaborate with software, hardware, and IT teams to ensure seamless integration of cybersecurity features at all development stages.