Vehicle Security Architect

Vehicle Security Architect - c£100,000 - Hybrid (2-3x week in Gaydon)

Overview
Are you an experienced Vehicle Security Architect looking to design and implement cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions for next-generation automotive systems?
I am seeking a security expert to develop secure architectures, conduct risk assessments, and ensure compliance with industry cybersecurity standards. This is an opportunity to lead technical security reviews and collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed security into vehicle systems for one of the world's most prestigious vehicle manufacturing brands.

Role Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure architectures for in-vehicle networks, ECUs, and onboard systems.
• Conduct technical second line-of-defence (2nd LoD) security reviews for onboard and offboard vehicle elements.
• Ensure compliance with automotive cybersecurity regulations such as UN-R155, UN-R156, and ISO 21434.
• Develop and maintain security frameworks for vehicle network architectures.
• Oversee cybersecurity risk assessments, including TARA (Threat Analysis & Risk Assessment).
• Support Cyber Security Management System (CSMS) processes in line with industry standards.
• Ensure secure software, diagnostics, and communication protocols for both onboard and offboard vehicle components.
• Work with engineering, security, and compliance teams to integrate cybersecurity into the product life cycle.
• Provide expert security guidance and articulate findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices.

• Strong knowledge of automotive cybersecurity regulations, including ISO 21434, UN-R155, and UN-R156.
• Experience in security architecture design for vehicle networks and ECUs.
• Understanding of cybersecurity controls, including Secure Boot, SecOC, Secure Diagnostics, Secure Debug, and SOTA security.
• Familiarity with network architecture, communication protocols, ECU hardware, and HSMs.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.

• C£100,000 (flexible)
• Excellent benefits
• Hybrid (2-3x week in Gaydon)