Cybersecurity Architect
Core
Lead secure software architecture for embedded automotive systems, translating cybersecurity goals and customer requirements into implementable designs for ECUs and vehicle platforms.
Role type
Senior IC Cybersecurity Software Architect (Automotive Embedded)
Builds
Secure software architectures, interfaces, and reusable security patterns for ECUs, domain controllers, and software-defined vehicle platforms.
Domain
Automotive embedded systems and cybersecurity
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Embedded C/C++, AUTOSAR Classic/Adaptive, Linux/QNX/RTOS, vehicle networking, ISO/SAE 21434, TARA, cryptography, key management, secure lifecycle engineering, architecture modeling, cybersecurity verification
Preferred skills
Platform security, PKI, penetration-test remediation, vulnerability management, ISO 24089 exposure
Technologies
AUTOSAR, Linux, QNX, RTOS, HSM, crypto services
Responsibilities
Own embedded product-security software architecture and translate cybersecurity goals into implementable requirements; Shape cybersecurity scope, assumptions, and estimates during RFQ/Concept phases; Derive software security architecture and interfaces from cybersecurity concepts; Guide feature implementation and integration; Approve deviations and technical decisions; Own architecture evidence and security design review closure; Support vulnerability analysis, incident response, and secure-update maintenance; Lead secure software architecture for ECUs and vehicle platforms; Define requirements for secure boot, secure update, HSM/crypto services, and secure communication; Review third-party solutions and resolve cross-layer security issues; Maintain bidirectional traceability from goals to verification evidence; Provide technical leadership and coaching to developers.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
