Cyber Security Architect (Shift-6 PM- 3 AM)

About Aptiv

Imagine a world with zero vehicle accidents, zero vehicle emissions, and wireless vehicle connectivity all around us. Every day, we move closer to making that world a reality. Aptiv’s passionate team of engineers and developers creates advanced safety systems, high-performance electrification solutions and data connectivity solutions so that automakers can bring advanced capabilities to more people around the globe. This is how we enable sustainable mobility and help to prevent accidents caused by human error.

At APTIV, we build automotive cybersecurity software that protects real vehicles, ECUs, and fleets against live, safety‑critical threats. Our engineers secure in‑vehicle networks, OTA updates, vehicle‑cloud communication, and EV platforms—systems where failure is not an option. You will own problems end‑to‑end, from security modeling under ISO 21434 to designing and shipping production‑grade solutions. Working closely with global OEMs, your code runs in real cars on real roads. If you want to secure the future of connected and autonomous vehicles, this is where your work truly matters.

Your Role

• Work in shift (6:00 PM – 3:00 AM IST) supporting North America–based OEM programs
• Define and own end‑to‑end cybersecurity architecture for ADAS, UX, BCM, and vehicle domain controllers
• Lead cybersecurity concept, system, and software architecture activities as per ISO 21434
• Drive cybersecurity implementation across ASPICE L2 (SWE1–SWE6) lifecycle
• Perform Threat Analysis and Risk Assessment (TARA) and define security goals, claims, and mitigations
• Architect and review solutions involving: Secure Boot, Secure Download, Secure Debug, Secure Communication (PKI, TLS, MAC, encryption), HSM and key management strategies
• Translate customer cybersecurity requirements into scalable, production‑ready architectures
• Review software designs and code from a security‑by‑design perspective
• Support issue analysis, root cause investigation, and field issue resolution
• Guide teams on AUTOSAR / Linux / QNX / Android cybersecurity architecture
• Act as technical interface with OEMs, Tier‑1s, and internal stakeholders

Your Background

Key ingredients for succeeding in this role are your:

• Exp: 10–15 years in Automotive Software, with 5+ years in Automotive Cybersecurity

Qualification

B.E. / B.Tech / M.E. / M.Tech in Electronics & Communication / Electrical / Instrumentation / Computer Engineering

Mandatory Experience / Skill Requisites

• 5+ years of hands‑on Automotive Cybersecurity experience
• Strong expertise in ISO 21434 processes, Cybersecurity architecture and security concept definition, HSM, Secure Boot, Secure Communication, Secure OTA
• Deep understanding of Automotive E/E architectures and in‑vehicle networks

Desirable Experience / Skills

• Hands‑on experience with AUTOSAR Cybersecurity stack, including DaVinci Configurator/Developer
• Device driver‑level knowledge (UART, SPI, I2C, I2S) from a security perspective
• Experience defining secure boot chains, key lifecycles, and PKI architectures
• Strong mentoring and technical leadership capability
• Excellent analytical, documentation, and stakeholder communication skills
• Ability to balance security, functional safety, performance, and cost trade‑offs
• Strong programming knowledge in Embedded C; working familiarity with Python
• Experience with Renesas / NXP / Infineon / TI microcontrollers and microprocessors
• Proficiency with tools such as Multi IDE, IAR Workbench, Code Composer Studio, Trace32
• Experience across AUTOSAR (Classic/Adaptive), Linux, QNX, Android platforms for cybersecurity

Why join us?

You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.

You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.

You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

Your Benefits at Aptiv:

• Additional shift allowances and facilities
• Higher Education Opportunities (UDACITY, UDEMY, COURSERA are available for your continuous growth and development)
• Life and accident insurance
• Sodexo cards for food and beverages
• Well Being Program that includes regular workshops and networking events
• EAP Employee Assistance
• Access to fitness clubs (T&C apply)
• Creche facility for working parents

Apply today, and together let’s change tomorrow!

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Key skills/competency

• Cybersecurity Architecture
• ISO 21434
• Automotive Cybersecurity
• Threat Analysis and Risk Assessment (TARA)
• Secure Boot
• Secure Communication
• HSM
• Embedded C
• AUTOSAR
• QNX