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DESCRIPTION
This role focuses on developing secure embedded solutions for Cummins automotive products, including service tools and in-vehicle modules, to meet cybersecurity needs. This role encompasses cybersecurity risk assessment, penetration testing, system validation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to create robust automotive security systems. The role requires proficiency in embedded systems, communication protocols, and vulnerability analysis to ensure the highest standards in cybersecurity.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and Implementation: Develop and implement cybersecurity solutions for automotive service tools and in-vehicle modules, creating proofs-of-concept to validate designs.
- Risk Assessment and Threat Analysis: Conduct risk assessments and analyze threats to automotive systems, identifying vulnerabilities and security gaps.
- Penetration Testing: Execute penetration testing and vulnerability assessments to uncover potential security threats.
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with software developers, system engineers, and quality assurance teams to integrate and enhance security measures.
- Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of security requirements, designs, and test results, ensuring accessibility for future reference.
- Continuous Improvement: Stay current with the latest trends and advancements in automotive cybersecurity, applying new knowledge to enhance Cummins security protocols and practices.
Additional Responsibilities Unique to this Position
- Team Collaboration: Coordinate efforts with technicians or temporary student employees as required, with no direct management responsibilities.
- Problem Resolution: Engage in problem-solving for electronic application and system issues, with progressive involvement in managing complex technical challenges as experience is gained.
- Customer Interaction: Collect input from customers and other stakeholders to inform quality product decisions.
- Product Life Maintenance: Apply simulation, calibration, and product maintenance tools, ensuring optimized system performance.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Knowledge/Skills
- Automotive Security Knowledge: Strong understanding of automotive cybersecurity, communication protocols (UDS/CAN, J1939, LIN, Ethernet), and domain security concepts.
- Embedded Systems Proficiency: Proficiency in C/C++, Python, and cryptographic algorithms and protocols.
- Security Standards and Compliance: Familiarity with ISO 21434, AIS 189/190, and other automotive cybersecurity regulations.
- Product and System Modeling: Knowledge of system requirements engineering, product verification, and validation management, as well as modeling and simulation for automotive cybersecurity.
- Technical Documentation: Capability in creating detailed technical documentation to aid productivity and knowledge transfer.
Experience
- Minimum: 3-5 years in automotive cybersecurity or embedded systems security, ideally with experience at automotive OEMs or Tier 1 suppliers.
- Preferred: Hands-on experience with cybersecurity assessments, penetration testing, vulnerability scanning, and experience with V-model and sprint work models.
Competencies
- Mechatronic Systems Design and Application: Specifying electronic hardware and interconnections for Cummins products to optimize performance and reliability.
- Product Failure Mode Avoidance: Preventing product failure by identifying and managing potential vulnerabilities in cybersecurity solutions.
- Product Problem Solving and Root Cause Analysis: Proactively identifying root causes of cybersecurity issues and implementing robust, data-driven solutions.
- Cross-Functional Integration: Translating diverse stakeholder requirements into secure designs, participating in design reviews, and integrating feedback.
- Systems Thinking and Requirement Tracking: Establishing acceptance criteria for cybersecurity requirements and tracking these through the product lifecycle.
- Statistical Analysis and Decision-Making: Applying statistical methods to analyze data and drive rigorous, informed decisions.
Soft Skills
- Problem-Solving and Analytical Thinking: Breaking down complex issues and developing practical, innovative solutions.
- Communication: Effective verbal and written skills for articulating complex concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Interpersonal and Teamwork: Building strong relationships across departments, working collaboratively to meet objectives.
- Prioritization and Time Management: Efficiently managing time and prioritizing tasks to meet project deadlines.
- Attention to Detail: Precision in coding, testing, and documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Licenses, and Certifications
- Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
- Certifications: Relevant certifications in automotive cybersecurity or embedded systems security are a plus.
Job Engineering
Organization Cummins Inc.
Role Category Hybrid
Job Type Exempt - Experienced
ReqID 2406565
Relocation Package No
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