Senior Product Cybersecurity Architect

Torc Robotics, Inc.
Ann Arbor, MI, United States
3 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
$153,200.0 - $183,800.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Computing Platforms AUTomotive Open System Architecture (AUTOSAR) Cyber Security Linux Embedded Operating Systems Network Security QNX (Software) Cyber-physical Systems Secure Coding Software Engineering Software Security Information Technology

Job description

The Safety & Regulatory - Product Cybersecurity team is responsible for ensuring the security, integrity, and resilience of Torc’s autonomous vehicle platform across the full product lifecycle. As a Senior Product Cybersecurity Architect, you will play a key role in embedding cybersecurity into the foundation of our autonomous driving systems. You’ll work closely with Compute Platform and Autonomy teams to develop cybersecurity elements of the Torc Safety Case and ensure security is built into our systems from conception through deployment. This role requires a deep understanding of product cybersecurity principles, a proactive approach to building cybersecurity in, and the ability to work cross-functionally with various departments to integrate robust cybersecurity measures into our products.

What You’ll Do

  • Define and evaluate the implementation of cybersecurity controls, including but not limited to, embedded operating system, encryption, access controls, network security, and secure coding practices.
  • Specific hands-on knowledge with implementation of cybersecurity embedded operating systems, networking, and cryptographic controls.
  • Conduct, with a cross-functional team, process activities to define requirements, find design deficiencies, detect implementation defects, verify the product’s cybersecurity posture, and otherwise secure Torc’s products.
  • Collaborate with product development teams to embed security into their design and development lifecycle of products and other software development activities.
  • Stay abreast of emerging cybersecurity threats and technologies and continuously update our software security approaches, strategies, and solutions accordingly.

  • Liaise with external security vendors and partners, managing relationships, and ensuring the effective integration of third-party security solutions.
  • Prepare and present evidence in the cybersecurity case to demonstrate readiness to launch new products or release new software versions from a cybersecurity perspective.
  • Train internal stakeholders on security practices and act as a resource where expert cybersecurity assistance is needed.

Requirements

Do you have experience in Vendor relationship building?, Do you have a Master’s degree?, * 5+ years of experience hands-on engineering with safety-critical, cyber-physical systems (automotive, aerospace, medical).

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or related technical field plus demonstrated competences and technical proficiencies typically acquired through 6+ years of experience.
  • Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices for embedded, automotive, and autonomous systems.
  • Strong demonstrated working usage of embedded operating systems (Linux, QNX, Autosar) and embedded networking.
  • Proficiency in recognizing software/hardware weaknesses security vulnerabilities and documentation through Threat Modeling.

Bonus Points

  • Experience in the autonomous vehicle industry, particularly with L4 self-driving technology.
  • Experience with embedded automotive systems and embedded threat modeling.
  • Knowledge of cybersecure development lifecycles such as the Microsoft SDL, ISO 21434, AVCDL, or similar.

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • AD&D insurance
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Stock options
  • Life insurance, Perks of Being a Full-time Torc’r Torc cares about our team members and we strive to provide benefits and resources to support their health, work/life balance, and future. Our culture is collaborative, energetic, and team focused. Torc offers:

  • A competitive compensation package that includes a bonus component and stock options
  • 100% paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees
  • 401K plan with a 6% employer match
  • Flexibility in schedule and generous paid vacation (available immediately after start date)
  • AD+D and Life Insurance

At Torc, we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate the uniqueness of our Torc’rs and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, or disabilities. Even if you don’t meet 100% of the qualifications listed for this opportunity, we encourage you to apply.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several geographic markets. Pay is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Torc’s total compensation package will also include our corporate bonus and stock option plan. Dependent on the position offered, sign-on payments, relocation, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.

About the company

At Torc, we have always believed that autonomous vehicle technology will transform how we travel, move freight, and do business. A leader in autonomous driving since 2007, Torc has spent over a decade commercializing our solutions with experienced partners. Now a part of the Daimler family, we are focused solely on developing software for automated trucks to transform how the world moves freight. Join us and catapult your career with the company that helped pioneer autonomous technology, and the first AV software company with the vision to partner directly with a truck manufacturer.

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