About the Role
Join GKN Automotive(Dauch Corporation) and play a pivotal role in securing the future of mobility. As a Cybersecurity Manager, you will lead and drive cybersecurity strategy and implementation across cutting-edge AWD and eDrive systems, ensuring compliance with global automotive standards and protecting next-generation vehicle technologies.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work at the intersection of automotive innovation, embedded systems, and cybersecurity, collaborating with cross-functional teams and global stakeholders.
🔐 What You’ll Do
- Lead end-to-end cybersecurity management for AWD/eDrive projects in line with ISO/SAE 21434
- Analyse and interpret customer cybersecurity requirements
- Develop and maintain Cybersecurity Plans with internal teams and suppliers
- Drive Threat Analysis & Risk Assessment (TARA) and cybersecurity concept development
- Collaborate with engineering teams on implementation, validation, and verification
- Align cybersecurity requirements across customers, internal teams, and suppliers
- Support production to ensure cybersecurity concepts are successfully realized
- Build and maintain the Cybersecurity Case (ISO/SAE 21434 compliance)
- Monitor and report cybersecurity status to internal & external stakeholders
- Manage cybersecurity vulnerabilities and incident response (including post-SOP)
- Work closely with Project Management, Quality, and Functional Safety teams
✅ What You Bring
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Electronics, or related field
- Proven experience in automotive cybersecurity or embedded software development
- Strong expertise in Threat Analysis & Risk Assessment (TARA)
- In-depth knowledge of:
- ISO/SAE 21434 (mandatory)
- *UNECE R155 / R156 regulations
- Solid understanding of:
- Cryptography (PKI, HSMs, signatures, security protocols)
- Experience in automotive cybersecurity incident response
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and conceptual skills
- Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams
- Fluent in English (German is a plus)
- Willingness to travel occasionally
💡 Nice-to-Have Technical Skills
- Windchill RV&S (PTC Integrity)
- Medini Analyze
- Microsoft Office
🤝 What Makes You a Great Fit
- Strong cross-functional engineering mindset (software + electronics)
- Structured and proactive approach to work
- Ability to stay focused and solution-oriented under pressure
- Excellent teamwork and stakeholder management skills
- Creative thinker with a customer-centric mindset
🌍 Why Join GKN Automotive?
At GKN Automotive, you’ll be part of a global leader shaping the future of electric mobility. We offer:
- A chance to work on cutting-edge eDrive technologies
- A collaborative, innovation-driven work environment
- Opportunities to grow your expertise in automotive cybersecurity
- Exposure to global projects and industry-leading practices