Senior Product Cybersecurity Architect (Automotive)

TL;DR

Senior Product Cybersecurity Architect (Automotive): Securing autonomous truck systems across the product lifecycle with an accent on embedded operating systems, cryptographic controls, networking, and threat modeling. Focus on designing cybersecurity controls for safety-critical cyber-physical systems, identifying security weaknesses, and preparing cybersecurity evidence for product launches.

Location: Remote within the United States; the posting also lists Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Salary: $153,200–$183,800 USD per year, plus potential bonus and stock options.

Company

hirify.global develops software for autonomous trucks and is part of the Daimler family.

What you will do

• Define and evaluate cybersecurity controls for embedded operating systems, encryption, access controls, networking, middleware, and secure coding.
• Secure embedded Linux, QNX, Ethernet, cellular telematics, and other automotive networking technologies.
• Work with cross-functional teams to define requirements, identify design deficiencies, detect implementation defects, and verify product cybersecurity.
• Integrate security into product design, development, and software lifecycle activities.
• Manage external security vendors and partners and integrate third-party security solutions.
• Prepare cybersecurity case evidence, train stakeholders, and support product launch and software release readiness.

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands-on engineering experience with safety-critical cyber-physical systems in automotive, aerospace, medical, or related domains.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or a related technical field, with technical proficiency typically gained through 6+ years of experience.
• Strong knowledge of embedded, automotive, and autonomous-system cybersecurity principles and practices.
• Demonstrated experience with embedded Linux, QNX, AUTOSAR, and embedded networking.
• Ability to identify software and hardware weaknesses and document them through threat modeling.

Nice to have

• Experience with autonomous vehicles, especially L4 self-driving technology.
• Embedded automotive systems and embedded threat modeling experience.
• Experience with Classic AUTOSAR.
• Knowledge of Microsoft SDL, ISO 21434, AVCDL, or similar secure development lifecycles.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative, energetic, and team-focused work environment.
• Competitive compensation with bonus and stock options.
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees.
• 401(k) plan with a 6% employer match.
• Flexible scheduling and generous paid vacation available immediately after starting.
• AD&D and life insurance.