Automotive Cybersecurity Engineer

Expleo Group

. Perform Threat Analysis & Risk Assessments (TARA).

Posted 5/5/2026full-timePreston • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform Threat Analysis & Risk Assessments (TARA).
Develop robust Security Concepts and solutions tailored to client needs, including adherence to industry standards and frameworks.
Perform security audits and assessments, providing detailed reports and recommendations for improvement.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure cybersecurity measures are integrated seamlessly into projects
Deliver cybersecurity work products across the vehicle lifecycle in accordance with a CSMS.
Manage the delivery of cybersecurity work products in accordance with a CSMS, including those agreed within supplier CIADs.
Support the development of best practice working procedures for Cyber security activities.
Regular meetings at customer sites within the UK.
Stay up-to-date with the latest cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies to continually enhance service offerings.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Relevant education or industry-recognised certifications in computing-related subjects suited to an Automotive Cybersecurity Engineer (MSc, BSc, CC)
Demonstrable experience operating within an ISO 21434 Automotive CSMS.
Good understanding of automotive CAN, Ethernet and J1939.
Good understanding of risk assessment, vulnerability management, and mitigation strategies.
Ability to produce reports, both written and verbal, to senior stakeholders, including customers and non-specialists.
Awareness and understanding of emerging cybersecurity threats and trends.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Understanding of Truck cybersecurity.
Understanding of Systems Engineering.
Familiarity with the features of commercial vehicles/trucks.
Project management experience
Proven experience in delivering a range of ISO 21434 work products
Experience in designing, delivering, and deploying cybersecurity solutions and services.
Experience in leading successful cybersecurity projects.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges
We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects
Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses
Competitive company benefits
Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:
Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
Communicating and promoting vacancies
Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work

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Hard Skills & Tools

Threat AnalysisRisk AssessmentsSecurity AuditsCybersecurity SolutionsVulnerability ManagementISO 21434CANEthernetJ1939Cybersecurity Project Delivery

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsTeamworkIndependenceFast-Paced Environment AdaptabilityReport WritingStakeholder EngagementCollaborationBest Practices Development

Certifications

MScBScCC