Vehicle Cyber Security Systems Engineer @ Ford Motor Company
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Overview
At Ford Motor Company, we are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. As a key member of our Information Technology group, the Vehicle Cyber Security Systems Engineer will play a critical role in shaping the future of mobility by integrating advanced cybersecurity measures into new vehicle technologies.
Responsibilities
You will perform product cybersecurity assessments, conduct compliance reviews in line with ISO 21434, UNECE R155, and UNECE WP.29, and standardize business operations. You will review technical documents to ensure compliance, manage cybersecurity requirements in product design throughout the development lifecycle, and work closely with feature and ECU owners in a cross-functional team. Additional responsibilities include conducting threat analysis, risk assessments, preparing technical documentation, and making presentations to management.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or Cybersecurity, accompanied by 5+ years of experience in embedded/automotive systems and 3+ years with in-vehicle network architecture and protocols. Strong independent and collaborative work skills, along with excellent communication and analytical abilities, are essential.
Preferred Skills
Experience with Hardware Security Modules and Secure Hardware Extensions, coding in languages such as C, C++, C#, Python, Java, CAPL, or JQL, familiarity with JIRA and Kanban boards, an understanding of ECU capabilities, automotive standards, and quality methodologies will be a plus.
Benefits & Work Environment
Ford offers comprehensive benefits including health coverage, family care days, tuition assistance, vehicle discount programs, paid time off, and more. This role provides an opportunity to work in a dynamic, innovative, and culturally diverse environment.
Key skills/competency
- Cyber Security
- Vehicle Systems
- Compliance
- ISO 21434
- Risk Assessment
- Threat Analysis
- Embedded Systems
- JIRA
- Automotive Protocols
- Technical Documentation
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