Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

Threat Modeling

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Locations

Santa Monica, CA, USA

Experience Level

Entry

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Mid

Senior

Expert

Desired Skills

C/C++/C#

Requirements

5+ years of professional experience in application security, software architecture, or software engineering
2+ years experience threat modeling embedded systems
Expertise in industry standards and regulations such as ISO 21434, UNECE WP.29 R155, or similar in other industries
Systems engineering experience aligned with rigorous practices such as those promulgated by INCOSE
Strong ability to perform architectural, design, and other reviews in a cybersecurity context
Experience effectively communicating deficiencies to engineering teams
Working knowledge of developing in C and C++

Responsibilities

Implement design review, attack surface analysis, and threat modeling processes for self-driving systems in conformance with AVCDL
Utilize implemented analysis processes to find threats in self-driving systems, their components, and supporting cloud infrastructure
Analyze design constraints, analyze trade-offs and detailed system and security design, and consider lifecycle support
Create and communicate convincing evidence that the self-driving system is free of unreasonable threats in a manner that is suitable for regulatory certification
Engage early and often with new development projects to reduce re-work required to improve cybersecurity
Contribute to the development of detailed security design documentation for component and interface specifications to support system design and development
Clearly document self-driving architectures in a manner that is useful for communicating cybersecurity information
Consult with teams to provide solutions to remediate or mitigate uncovered deficiencies
Interact with development teams to ensure controls are meeting the intended goals
Document and communicate security findings and associated risks to a broad audience
Enhance threat modeling tooling, such as the Microsoft Threat Modeling Tool, to improve automation when used for automotive systems
Contribute to industry organizations to proliferate standard approaches for pro-actively finding threats that work well and are efficient in a self-driving context
Provide subject matter expertise in cybersecurity to the enterprise

Mission Summary:

As part of our Cybersecurity team, you will help us deliver the future by assuring the safety and cybersecurity of our self-driving vehicles, passengers, and infrastructure. You will work with a team that is at the forefront of the industry by implementing analysis processes from the Autonomous Vehicle Cybersecurity Development Lifecycle (AVCDL). You will use those processes to proactively identify and address threats. Join us in creating a safer, more secure future of transportation.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Implement design review, attack surface analysis, and threat modeling processes for self-driving systems in conformance with AVCDL.
Utilize implemented analysis processes to find threats in self-driving systems, their components, and supporting cloud infrastructure.
Analyze design constraints, analyze trade-offs and detailed system and security design, and consider lifecycle support.
Create and communicate convincing evidence that the self-driving system is free of unreasonable threats in a manner that is suitable for regulatory certification.
Engage early and often with new development projects to reduce re-work required to improve cybersecurity.
Contribute to the development of detailed security design documentation for component and interface specifications to support system design and development
Clearly document self-driving architectures in a manner that is useful for communicating cybersecurity information.
Consult with teams to provide solutions to remediate or mitigate uncovered deficiencies.
Interact with development teams to ensure controls are meeting the intended goals.
Document and communicate security findings and associated risks to a broad audience.
Enhance threat modeling tooling, such as the Microsoft Threat Modeling Tool, to improve automation when used for automotive systems.
Contribute to industry organizations to proliferate standard approaches for pro-actively finding threats that work well and are efficient in a self-driving context.
Provide subject matter expertise in cybersecurity to the enterprise.

What We’re Looking:

5+ years of professional experience in application security, software architecture, or software engineering
2+ years experience threat modeling embedded systems
Expertise in industry standards and regulations such as ISO 21434, UNECE WP.29 R155, or similar in other industries
Systems engineering experience aligned with rigorous practices such as those promulgated by INCOSE
Strong ability to perform architectural, design, and other reviews in a cybersecurity context
Experience effectively communicating deficiencies to engineering teams
Working knowledge of developing in C and C++

Why You Should Join Us:

Opportunity to advance the state of the art on cybersecurity for cutting-edge autonomous vehicle technology
Work with experienced teammates who are passionate about developing your capabilities as a cybersecurity engineer
Catered lunches and snack bars at offices

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors including but not limited to specific skills, experience and expertise, role location, certifications, licenses, and business needs. The estimated compensation range listed in this job posting reflects base salary only. This role may include additional forms of compensation such as a bonus or company equity. The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process.

Candidates for certain positions are eligible to participate in Motional’s benefits program. Motional’s benefits include but are not limited to medical, dental, vision, 401k with a company match, health saving accounts, life insurance, pet insurance, and more.

Salary Range

$135,000—$207,000 USD

Motional is a driverless technology company making self-driving vehicles a safe, reliable, and accessible reality.

The Motional team is made up of engineers, researchers, innovators, dreamers and doers, who together are creating a first-of-its-kind technology with the potential to transform the way we move. We’re behind some of the industry’s largest leaps forward, including the first fully-autonomous cross-country drive in the U.S, the launch of the world’s first robotaxi pilot, and operation of the world’s most-established public robotaxi fleet.

As a leader in an emerging industry that has the promise of creating safer, more reliable and accessible transportation for all, it’s imperative we have a diverse workforce, create an inclusive culture, and understand the communities we operate in around the world.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is fundamental to Motional’s success. That’s why we’ve established a team to ensure DEI is at the forefront of the candidate and employee experience, beginning with the hiring process and continuing throughout your career. We also partner with organizations like the National Society of Black Engineers, the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers, and the Society of Women Engineers to ensure our DEI work is informed by the latest thinking and approaches.

Strategically formed by Hyundai Motor Group and Aptiv, Motional is fundamentally changing how people move through their lives. Headquartered in Boston, Motional has operations in the U.S and Asia. For more information, visit www.Motional.com and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.

Motional AD Inc. is an EOE. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. To comply with Federal Law, we participate in E-Verify. All newly-hired employees are queried through this electronic system established by the DHS and the SSA to verify their identity and employment eligibility.

501-1,000 employees

Website

Designer & manufacturer of autonomous vehicles

Company Overview

Motional is making driverless vehicles a safe, reliable, and accessible reality. The company is commercializing a world-class driverless system that is building the future of the automotive industry.

Benefits

401K: 401K with up to 7.5% match
time Off: Unlimited sick and vacation days
Transportation: Commuter and fitness benefits
Healthcare: 3 plan options to support diverse needs
IVF: Fertility assistance

Company Core Values

Win Together
Safety As Our Bedrock
Build For Everyone. Be Everyone.
Take Ownership
Deliver The Future