Automotive Cybersecurity Engineer
First seen by Alion on Nov 5, 2026.
Job Summary
We are looking for an Automotive Cybersecurity Engineer with expertise in designing and
implementing cybersecurity mechanisms for AUTOSAR, QNX, Android, and Linux-based
automotive platforms. The role focuses on embedded security, secure coding, cryptographic
solutions, and protecting next-generation automotive systems.
Key Responsibilities
• Design and develop security mechanisms for AUTOSAR, QNX, Android, and Linux
environments.
• Implement secure boot, secure flashing, secure diagnostics, access control, secure
compiler usage, and firewall mechanisms.
• Develop HSM/TEE-based security solutions and secure key storage.
• Implement hardware-based cryptographic operations.
• Develop secure embedded software using C/C++.
• Perform vulnerability analysis and security validation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Use Python and GenAI tools (including G-HUB) to improve automation and engineering
productivity.
• Conduct code reviews and enforce secure coding practices.
• Prepare technical documentation and support security audits.
Required Skills
• 6–9 years of embedded software or automotive cybersecurity experience.
• Strong experience with AUTOSAR, QNX, Android, or Linux.
• Knowledge of secure boot, secure flashing, secure diagnostics, access control, secure
compiler usage, and firewalls.
• Experience with HSM, TEE, secure key storage, and hardware cryptography.
• Strong C/C++ programming skills.
• Knowledge of MISRA and CERT secure coding standards.
• Working knowledge of Python and GenAI tools such as G-HUB.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Skills
• Knowledge of ISO 21434 and automotive cybersecurity standards.
• Experience with threat modeling and penetration testing.
• Knowledge of PKI and cryptographic libraries.
• Experience with Agile and CI/CD.
Education
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Embedded
Systems, Information Technology, or a related field.
Skills
Embedded software, Cyber Security