Cybersecurity Architect
Core
Design and lead secure software architecture for automotive electronic control units (ECUs), domain controllers, and software-defined vehicle platforms, ensuring compliance with ISO/SAE 21434 and managing cybersecurity risks from concept to release.
Role type
Senior IC Cybersecurity Architect (Automotive)
Builds
Secure software architectures, security requirements, interface specifications, and release security evidence for automotive safety and connectivity systems.
Domain
Automotive / Embedded Systems / Cybersecurity
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
Lead secure software architecture for ECUs and domain controllers; Define requirements for secure boot, secure update, and access control; Review third-party solutions and resolve cross-layer security issues; Maintain bidirectional traceability from cybersecurity goals to verification evidence; Provide technical leadership and coaching to cybersecurity developers. (via careerplan.io/jobs/J000704659-cybersecurity-architect-at-aptiv)
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
