Cybersecurity Product Specialist
Ford Motor Company, Dearborn, Michigan, United States, 48120
Job Description
At Ford, we are dedicated to revolutionizing mobility and enhancing customer experiences. We invite you to be part of our innovative team and help us create a better future. If you are excited about leveraging advanced technology to transform transportation and improve lives, this position might be ideal for you.
This role requires hybrid work, with onsite presence four or more days per week at our Dearborn, MI office. The Cybersecurity Product Specialist will take charge of designing security measures for our vehicles. This includes exploring future technologies, creating security designs, writing precise requirements, and validating proof of concept. You will play a crucial role in identifying and rectifying security vulnerabilities and will communicate findings to security management. As a subject matter expert, your insights will shape the security features for both current and upcoming vehicle models. Responsibilities
Solve issues at both Electronic Control Unit (ECU) and vehicle levels. Embed cybersecurity into development and manufacturing workflows. Engage with cross-functional teams to solve technical cybersecurity concerns. Develop and sustain security requirements along with design validation strategies. Offer training and guidance to internal teams. Perform risk assessments to formulate effective countermeasures. Support major product initiatives and new features with a focus on security. Collaborate with both internal and external partners on various projects. Investigate security technologies and compile benchmarking data. Monitor vulnerabilities and devise effective mitigations. Comprehend intricate in-vehicle systems to evaluate risks and address issues. Effectively communicate design specifications at both technical and management levels. Acknowledge and accommodate the limitations inherent in embedded systems. Occasionally travel for conferences, regional meetings, and visits to governmental or academic institutions. Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or Cybersecurity. 5+ years of experience with embedded and/or automotive systems. 3+ years of experience with in-vehicle network architecture and protocols (e.g., CAN). Proficiency in creating and maintaining engineering documentation. Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Strong communication and analytical capabilities. Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with Secure Onboard Communication (SecOC). Knowledge of Hardware Security Modules (HSM) and Secure Hardware Extensions (SHE). Competence in coding languages (e.g., C, C++, C#, Python, Java, CAPL, JQL). Experience with project management tools like JIRA and Kanban. Familiarity with vehicle systems and functionalities of ECUs. Understanding of automotive standards (e.g., ISO 14229-1, ISO 21434). Familiarity with quality tools and methodologies (e.g., FMEA, DVP). Able to work using agile methodologies. Knowledge of Ford's internal engineering systems and requirements. If you may not meet every requirement but believe you can contribute significantly to Ford Motor Company, we strongly encourage you to apply. Join us and carve your own career path, whether that means becoming a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, or all of these.
We offer a competitive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, flexible family care days, paid parental leave, tuition assistance, and more to create a work-life balance that works for you. This position falls within a salary grade range of 6-8. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to nurturing a diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination based on race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.
At Ford, we are dedicated to revolutionizing mobility and enhancing customer experiences. We invite you to be part of our innovative team and help us create a better future. If you are excited about leveraging advanced technology to transform transportation and improve lives, this position might be ideal for you.
This role requires hybrid work, with onsite presence four or more days per week at our Dearborn, MI office. The Cybersecurity Product Specialist will take charge of designing security measures for our vehicles. This includes exploring future technologies, creating security designs, writing precise requirements, and validating proof of concept. You will play a crucial role in identifying and rectifying security vulnerabilities and will communicate findings to security management. As a subject matter expert, your insights will shape the security features for both current and upcoming vehicle models. Responsibilities
Solve issues at both Electronic Control Unit (ECU) and vehicle levels. Embed cybersecurity into development and manufacturing workflows. Engage with cross-functional teams to solve technical cybersecurity concerns. Develop and sustain security requirements along with design validation strategies. Offer training and guidance to internal teams. Perform risk assessments to formulate effective countermeasures. Support major product initiatives and new features with a focus on security. Collaborate with both internal and external partners on various projects. Investigate security technologies and compile benchmarking data. Monitor vulnerabilities and devise effective mitigations. Comprehend intricate in-vehicle systems to evaluate risks and address issues. Effectively communicate design specifications at both technical and management levels. Acknowledge and accommodate the limitations inherent in embedded systems. Occasionally travel for conferences, regional meetings, and visits to governmental or academic institutions. Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or Cybersecurity. 5+ years of experience with embedded and/or automotive systems. 3+ years of experience with in-vehicle network architecture and protocols (e.g., CAN). Proficiency in creating and maintaining engineering documentation. Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Strong communication and analytical capabilities. Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with Secure Onboard Communication (SecOC). Knowledge of Hardware Security Modules (HSM) and Secure Hardware Extensions (SHE). Competence in coding languages (e.g., C, C++, C#, Python, Java, CAPL, JQL). Experience with project management tools like JIRA and Kanban. Familiarity with vehicle systems and functionalities of ECUs. Understanding of automotive standards (e.g., ISO 14229-1, ISO 21434). Familiarity with quality tools and methodologies (e.g., FMEA, DVP). Able to work using agile methodologies. Knowledge of Ford's internal engineering systems and requirements. If you may not meet every requirement but believe you can contribute significantly to Ford Motor Company, we strongly encourage you to apply. Join us and carve your own career path, whether that means becoming a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, or all of these.
We offer a competitive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, flexible family care days, paid parental leave, tuition assistance, and more to create a work-life balance that works for you. This position falls within a salary grade range of 6-8. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to nurturing a diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination based on race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.