Job Title: Cybersecurity Engineer
Job Description
We are seeking an ISO/SAE Automotive Cybersecurity Expert to lead cybersecurity engineering activities across the automotive product lifecycle. This role will support OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers in achieving compliance with ISO/SAE and UNECE R155, ensuring secure by design vehicle systems and software.
Responsibilities
- Lead cybersecurity implementation across concept, development, production, and post-production.
- Perform Threat Analysis and Risk Assessment (TARA) at vehicle, system, and component levels.
- Define cybersecurity concepts, requirements, architecture, and work products.
- Support secure design of ECUs, software, networks, OTA, and connected vehicle systems.
- Drive vulnerability analysis, risk treatment, and cybersecurity verification & validation.
- Act as the cybersecurity interface with OEMs, suppliers, and internal engineering teams.
- Support CSMS activities, audits, assessments, and regulatory readiness (UNECE R155/R156).
- Mentor teams and support presales, proposals, and customer workshops.
Essential Skills
- Expertise in automotive cybersecurity, TARA, cybersecurity goals, claims, and risk treatment.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Computer Science, Electronics, Electrical, Automotive).
- Hands-on experience with ISO/SAE.
- Knowledge of ISO (functional safety), ASPICE (preferred).
- Understanding of automotive E/E architectures, embedded software, and in-vehicle networks.
- Familiarity with secure SDLC and vulnerability management.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- ISO/SAE Automotive Cybersecurity Certification (TÜV / SGS / equivalent) preferred.
Work Environment
The position involves collaborating with various teams, including OEMs and suppliers, to ensure cybersecurity compliance and secure vehicle systems. The work environment requires a proactive approach to threat analysis and risk assessment, with a focus on secure design and regulatory readiness.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, Diversity And Inclusion Are a Bridge Towards The Equity And Success Of Our People. DE&I Is Embedded Into Our Culture Through
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.
