The in-vehicle security section is directly engaged with the entire end-to-end solution for Vehicle Security. The candidate selected for this position will play a key role in the development and delivery of secure, global connected vehicle applications and provide cyber security consulting services to active product projects. This includes embedded security with Ford Electrical / Infotainment Engineering and system architecture design, development, and validation methodology and processes for connected modules and embedded modules within current and future connected vehicles.
Responsibilities:
Development of security specifications and tools as needed for connected vehicle features
Assist with architecture process creation and product development security program creation
Support major product programs with security needs
Collaborate on Advanced Engineering projects with outside partners in academia, government, or internal Ford teams
Assist Product Development in proof-of-concepts with new features and technology related to security
Respond to security events as they arise from operational programs
Development of design validation methodologies (DVM) for module features to hand off for testing teams.
Job Requirements:
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree
2+ years of experience in a Cyber Security position.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or other related field
2+ years of programming experience with one of the following tools: (C/C++/C#/Python/Lua/Qt).
2+ years of experience with embedded Windows/QNX/Linux or with microcontrollers for control systems
Strong communication and analytical skills
Ability to work independently, take follow-up on project deliverables, go above and beyond the task at hand
Familiarity with general IT or Product Security and Architecture Concepts, processes, and methods
Understanding of architecture, development, design principals a plus
Understanding and experience in embedded and/or automotive systems.
Work well in a small team and be flexible enough to work on any aspect of the project as needed
Ability to develop and maintain technical documentation as needed
Familiarity with Threat Modeling
Familiarity with in-vehicle network architecture, modules, and protocols (CAN etc.)
Electrical or System Engineering background will be a plus for module-related work
Mobile Phone Application Programming, Bluetooth, Networking familiarity a plus
Penetration testing and tools experience
PKI experience on medium to large deployments
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