Product Cybersecurity Validation and Verification Engineer

Build your brand. Tell your story. Take advantage of a rare opportunity to start from the ground up and build something great. We are looking for technology game changers to lead Stellantis into a fundamental transformation within the automotive industry. Technology is going to disrupt the automotive industry significantly in the next decade, and our organization is seeking high potential candidates to transform the company with a focus on customer experience. Stellantis’s Software Organization (SWX) was created to build the most captivating experiences in the latest frontier of Automotive Technology.

The Product Cybersecurity Engineer (V&V) is responsible for executing and supporting cybersecurity verification, validation, and penetration testing activities across vehicle architectures, components, and systems within Product Development. Operating within the Product Cybersecurity and Functional Safety (CSFS) organization, this role ensures that implemented cybersecurity controls are tested, validated, and compliant with defined requirements, industry regulations, and internal cybersecurity standards prior to product release.

This role works closely with engineering, validation, and supplier teams to develop test strategies, procedures, and scripts that confirm cybersecurity requirements are correctly implemented and effective. The engineer performs cybersecurity testing activities, analyzes results, identifies defects and vulnerabilities, and supports remediation efforts to ensure secure and compliant product delivery. The position also contributes to vulnerability identification and risk assessment processes, ensuring issues are documented, tracked, and resolved in alignment with cybersecurity management system (CSMS) expectations. This position is within the Product Cybersecurity and Functional Safety (CSFS) PDT/EHE/EEAV/CSFS/CENA and the candidate will report directly to the CSFS/CENA Manager.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute cybersecurity verification, validation, and penetration testing activities for vehicle systems, ECUs, and applications
• Create and maintain cybersecurity test plans, procedures, and test scripts based on defined requirements and security concepts
• Analyze test results to confirm implementation of cybersecurity controls and identify gaps or non-compliances
• Perform threat and risk analysis on identified defects, including impact and feasibility assessment
• Identify, document, and track cybersecurity vulnerabilities and issues through resolution
• Collaborate with engineering, suppliers, and cross-functional teams to support issue remediation and validation closure
• Support development of validation artifacts and reports (e.g., verification reports) to demonstrate compliance prior to release

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related degree field.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience
• Knowledge within resume of NIST frameworks, Risk Management, understanding and application of Threat Analysis and Risk Assessments, and incident response.
• Knowledge within resume of automotive cybersecurity (minimum 3 years) and an understanding of applicable requirements and regulations (i.e. ISO/SAE 21434 and UNECE R155 etc.).
• Knowledge and understanding of vulnerability management and incident response.
• Knowledge of automotive operating systems (Autosar Classic and Adaptive, QNX, Linux, Android, etc.) and middleware
• An understanding of EE platforms or components for Service Oriented Architectures (SOA).
• Knowledge of automotive and cybersecurity testing tools
• Ability to work collaboratively in multicultural teams.
• Skills in technical writing and presenting.
• Good self-organization and analytical skills.
• Good proficiency in English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Science Degree in Engineering or Computer Science
• Demonstrated experience of delivering business and technology results for complex, cross-functional initiatives while managing multiple competing priorities.
• Experience in defining and designing large complex embedded networked computer systems including definition of system topologies, components, and interfaces.
• Knowledge of automotive operating systems (Autosar Classic and Adaptive, QNX, Linux, Android, etc.) and middleware
• Knowledge of automotive and cybersecurity testing tools
• Ability to work collaboratively in multicultural teams.
• Strong skills in technical writing and presenting.
• Good self-organization and analytical skills.

Our Benefits — Designed With You In Mind

Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage

From your very first day, you’ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected. Also, our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers confidential support for personal and professional challenges, always ready when you need it.

Family Building Benefit

We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.

Generous Paid Time Off

We believe in work-life balance. That’s why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.

Competitive Retirement Savings Plans

We Help You Plan For The Future With

• An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
• An employer contribution, even if you don’t contribute

Income Protection & Insurance Options

Benefit from both employer-provided and voluntary plan offerings, including life insurance, group accident, critical illness, etc. - supporting the needs of you and your family and ensuring peace of mind.

Company Vehicle Lease Program

Eligible employees and their immediate families can participate in the company vehicle lease program, providing access to Stellantis vehicles with insurance, maintenance, and unlimited miles included. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.

Support for Your Growth and Giving Back

We believe in investing in your future and your passions:

• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan refinancing programs
• 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community

And so much more!

When you join us, you’re not just building a career — you’re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.

At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.

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