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Automotive Cybersecurity Engineer

KpitColumbus, PAApril 28th, 2026
About KPITKPIT is reimagining the future of mobility, forging ahead with group companies and partners to shape a world that is cleaner, smarter, and safer.With over 25 years of specialized expertise in Mobility, KPIT is accelerating the transformation towards Software and AI-Defined Vehicles through its advanced solutions, platforms, and products—propelled by mobility-infused AI frameworks, software craftsmanship, and systems integration mastery.Vision in MotionFueled by 2000+ vehicle production programs and powering 20+ million vehicles on the road with KPIT software, our experience is unmatched. At the same time, we push boundaries, developing solutions that enable Mobility OEMs to innovate at speed and scale.Responsibilities:ISO/SAE 21434 Cybersecurity Assessment (Edge Analytics)Perform a gap assessment of the Edge Analytics solution (device, cloud, data/ML components) against ISO/SAE 21434.Identify certification/release readiness requirements, required work products, and ownership.Deliver: assessment report, gap/risk register, prioritized remediation plan, and evidence/work-product mapping.Threat Analysis and Risk Assessment (TARA) per ISO/SAE 21434Develop and complete the TARA for Edge Analytics, including threat scenarios, impact ratings, attack feasibility, and risk treatment recommendations.Deliver: TARA workbook/artifacts, assumptions, traceability to system architecture and interfaces, and risk treatment plan.Close Cybersecurity Requirements Identified During 21434 AssessmentLead completion of cybersecurity requirements/work products identified through the assessment and TARA (e.g., security goals/claims, requirements, architecture considerations, validation/verification evidence).Deliver: updated cybersecurity work-product set, tracked actions to closure, and review-ready evidence package.Lead Stakeholder Reviews and ApprovalsPlan and facilitate reviews for the ISO 21434 assessment and TARA with key stakeholders (PCRA, BU Cybersecurity, Product Cybersecurity, and engineering leads).Deliver: review decks, decision logs, action items, and final sign-off outcomes.Requirements:Hands-on TARA experience (created and completed TARA artifacts; not just participated).Strong cybersecurity engineering fundamentals (threat modeling, risk assessment, security requirements, secure architecture concepts).Working knowledge of ISO/SAE 21434 structure, work products, and lifecycle expectations.Cloud security/architecture awareness including typical entry points and attack surfaces (APIs, IAM, device onboarding, data ingestion, IoT pathways).Proven ability to lead cross-functional reviews (facilitation, conflict resolution, clear documentation, driving closure).Preferred Skills:Recent project experience producing ISO/SAE 21434 work products using a structured/template-driven approach.Recent experience leading TARA end-to-end for a connected product (IoT/Telematics).COSMOS system familiarity.Telematics device knowledge (hardware/software architecture, provisioning, OTA, comm stacks, diagnostics).Compensation and Benefits:Along with competitive pay, as a full-time KPIT employee, you are eligible for the following benefits:Geo Blue PPO and HSA plan.MetLife – Dental and Vision plan.Healthcare and Dependent care flexible spending account(FSA).401k with employer match.Company-paid Basic Life and Long-term disability insurance.Voluntary benefits include Critical Illness, Hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft, and legal service.Employee Assistance Program.Paid Holidays.Employee discounts and perks.Gym benefit.