Distinguished Engineer - Automotive Cybersecurity

Bangalore, Karnataka
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago

We're a global, multi-disciplinary team that's putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN Automotive, we give you the keys to fast-track your career.

Engineer audio systems and integrated technology platforms that augment the driving experience
Combine ingenuity, in-depth research, and a spirit of collaboration with design and engineering excellence
Advance in-vehicle infotainment, safety, efficiency, and enjoyment

About the RoleThe Automotive Cybersecurity Lead is a key role responsible for the implementation of the cybersecurity policies, compliance, roles, technologies, tools and procedures in Business Unit Intelligent cockpit in Harman Automotive. The applicant will work with the central Cybersecurity team to development and implement effective cybersecurity strategies, requirements, solutions, and practices within the Strategic Business Unit. This role involves leading and collaborating with cross-functional teams, overseeing the design and architecture of security solutions in our products and projects.. This leadership role plays a pivotal role in ensuring Harmans offerings are robust, adaptable, and aligned with industry best practices in the cybersecurity space.
Your Team: The Automotive Cybersecurity Lead collaborates closely with the Cybersecurity Head and is responsible for the implementation of the cybersecurity policies, compliance, roles, technologies, tools and procedures in his strategic business unit (SBU)/organization.What You Will DoCoach, advise and monitor project and product execution

Adapt, enforce and implement cybersecurity governance developed with the central governance team.
Work with the central governance team to refine guidelines and processes
Report and escalate cybersecurity related risks
Coach project and product leads in cybersecurity matters
Take part in the execution and make sure that the cybersecurity topics have the necessary focus
Lead and coordinate with cross-functional teams, overseeing the design and architecture of security solutions.

Lead and Design the Cybersecurity architecture and requirements of our products:

Coordination of cyber security related activities within SBU (e.g. activities to address security incidents).
Ensure and enable cybersecurity product & project maintenance.
Maintain and ensure execution of cybersecurity standards and policies, such as defined by our CSMS (Cybersecurity Management System).

Deploy and maintain proactive cybersecurity measures, such as:

DevSecOps tools and Shift Left workflows in alignment with the overall Harman Automotive Cybersecurity strategy and charter.
Ensure the standardization of the tools and technologies for automation and reduce manual workflows.
Maintain and use reference architectures and best practices of cybersecurity technologies.

Contribute to incident reports:

Work with the incident response team by providing the necessary details of security incidents..
Not really sure this role is accountable for staffing - at least not immediately.

What You Need to Be Successful

10+ years of experience in security requirements design, conception, evaluation, and testing of products in embedded systems
Extensive knowledge of automotive operating models & platforms
Proven experience in working with diverse and dislocated teams.
Proven leadership record in a large organization
Hands-on change management and crisis management experience
Advanced GIAC certification or equivalent preferred
MSc in Computer Science, Communication, Electrical Engineering, or a similar discipline
Business fluent in English

Bonus Points if You Have

Proven experience of driving cybersecurity initiatives globally in large organizations to meet business strategic & financial goals
Member of a cybersecurity leadership consortium
Extensive experience in the Automotive industry
Motivator, Visionary, internal and external, with a track record of public speaking events
Existing collaboration in standardization bodies, past contribution to standards and norms

What Makes You Eligible

Be willing to travel up to 25% domestic and international travel

What We Offer

Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location
Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.)
Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University
Competitive wellness benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
Access to HARMAN Campus Fitness Center and Cafeteria
An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development

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