Product Cybersecurity Engineer

About the Company

At Torc, we have always believed that autonomous vehicle technology will transform how we travel, move freight, and do business.

A leader in autonomous driving since 2007, Torc has spent over a decade commercializing our solutions with experienced partners. Now a part of the Daimler family, we are focused solely on developing software for automated trucks to transform how the world moves freight.

Join us and catapult your career with the company that helped pioneer autonomous technology, and the first AV software company with the vision to partner directly with a truck manufacturer.

Meet The Team: 

This person will sit on the Requirements and Analysis team within the Product Safety and Release organization. The Staff Systems Engineer – Product Cybersecurity will analyze threats and manage cybersecurity risks, derive requirements, coordinate with a multitude of stakeholders and cross-functional actors throughout the cybersecurity ecosystem, and develop the security case for autonomous driving. 

What You'll Do: 

• Collaborate with the IT, Product, Systems & Software Engineering and Safety teams to cover all aspects of the product security lifecycle according to ISO 21434.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments and threat modeling for existing and new products, identifying potential vulnerabilities and proposing mitigation strategies.
• Drive security by design, define requirements for security in implementation, and define requirements for security testing.
• Conduct and coordinate supplier capability assessments related to product cybersecurity and cybersecurity management systems.
• Formalize risk tolerance profile to inform decision making.
• Own the Security Case including definition and tracking of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Work with internal business partners such as the Safety and Systems and Software Engineering teams to establish alignment on cybersecurity processes and methods. 
• Conduct and support reviews of security artifacts and Audits and Assessments.
• Liaise with external security vendors and partners, managing relationships and ensuring the effective integration of third-party security solutions.
• Define threat intelligence sources and process and methods to monitor hardware and software assets.
• Stay abreast of emerging cybersecurity threats and technologies, and continuously update our security strategies and solutions accordingly.
• Represent Torc at external standards and industry bodies and communicate our product cybersecurity approach.
• Provide expert guidance and leadership to junior cybersecurity team members, fostering a culture of security awareness throughout the organization.

What You’ll Need to Succeed: 

• Degree(s) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field with relevant experience.
• Master of Science degree with 7+ years of experience or a Bachelor of Science degree and 10+ years of experience 
• Extensive experience with various methodologies for Threat Analysis and Risk Assessment (TARA). 
• Solid understanding of industry standards and best practices related to cybersecurity best practices.   
• Demonstrated experience working according to ISO 21434 and other industry standards for cybersecurity.
• Demonstrated experience working with various partners, customers, 3rd party service providers in a multitude of activities throughout the cybersecurity ecosystem.
• Systems thinking with underlying engineering knowledge of the complex physical and software systems used in autonomy technologies. 
• Knowledge in the following disciplines: software engineering, networking, electrical and mechanical systems, system components, and artificial intelligence/machine learning. 
• Position requires occasional travel to Torc locations, government locations, etc. 

Bonus Points! 

• Experience in Robo-Taxi or L4 Freight Transportation Projects. 
• Understanding of agile and software development life cycle processes. 
• Certified Automotive Cybersecurity Engineer (CASE from Automotive ISAC) or equivalent.

Perks of Being a Full-time Torc’r

Torc cares about our team members and we strive to provide benefits and resources to support their health, work/life balance, and future. Our culture is collaborative, energetic, and team focused. Torc offers:  

• A competitive compensation package that includes a bonus component and stock options
• 100% paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees  
• 401K plan with a 6% employer match
• Flexibility in schedule and generous paid vacation (available immediately after start date)
• Company-wide holiday office closures
• AD+D and Life Insurance 

 

Hiring Range for Job Opening US Pay Range$168,800—$202,600 USD

At Torc, we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate the uniqueness of our Torc’rs and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, or disabilities.

Even if you don’t meet 100% of the qualifications listed for this opportunity, we encourage you to apply. We’re always looking for those that are hungry, humble, and people smart and your unique experience may be a great fit for this role or others.