In-Vehicle Cybersecurity Engineer

About the position

The In-Vehicle Cybersecurity Engineer at Ford Motor Company is responsible for developing end-to-end cybersecurity solutions for connected vehicle features. This role involves creating security specifications, supporting product development, collaborating on advanced engineering projects, and responding to security events. The engineer will play a key role in ensuring the security of global connected applications and features, contributing to the overall safety and integrity of Ford's vehicle technology.

Responsibilities

• Development of security specifications and tools 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
• Assist Product Development in proof-of-concept projects related to security
• Respond to security events from operational programs
• Development of design validation methodologies for module features

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related field, or comparable experience
• 2+ years of experience in a Cyber Security position
• 2+ years of programming experience with tools such as C/C++, C#, Python, Lua, Qt
• 2+ years of experience with embedded Windows/QNX/Linux or microcontrollers for control systems

Nice-to-haves

• Master's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related field
• Strong communication and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and follow up on project deliverables
• Familiarity with general IT or Product Security and Architecture Concepts
• Understanding of architecture, development, and design principles
• Experience in embedded and/or automotive systems
• Ability to develop and maintain user documentation
• Familiarity with Threat Modeling
• Understanding of in-vehicle network architecture and protocols
• Electrical or System Engineering background for module-related work
• 3+ years of experience in Mobile Phone Application Programming
• 3+ years of experience in penetration testing and tools
• PKI experience on medium to large deployments

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days and paid parental leave
• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy reimbursement
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members
• Tuition assistance
• Established and active employee resource groups
• Paid time off for community service
• Generous schedule of paid holidays
• Paid time off and option to purchase additional vacation time