MOIA03.02.26
AI SCORE 8.5

Senior Vehicle Security Engineer - Remote Opportunity

$90K–$120K/year

About the Role

Join us as a Senior Vehicle Security Engineer (remote) and help safeguard the future of autonomous mobility at MOIA! In this role, you'll be part of a dedicated team that ensures our autonomous mobility platform is secure, resilient, and compliant with industry standards.

What You'll Do

  • Define cybersecurity concepts and system boundaries for autonomous mobility features, considering real-world operating environments.
  • Conduct threat analysis and risk assessments (TARA) in alignment with ISO/SAE 21434, identifying vulnerabilities and evaluating attack feasibility.
  • Translate TARA outcomes into security requirements and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Collaborate with engineering and safety teams to embed security into every stage of the product lifecycle—from design and development to incident response.
  • Ensure ongoing compliance with cybersecurity standards across multiple projects.
  • Partner with functional safety experts to align cybersecurity and safety requirements.

Requirements

  • A degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Automotive Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
  • Hands-on experience with threat modeling and risk assessments for embedded or distributed systems.
  • Familiarity with security best practices including secure communications, authentication protocols, and modern security technologies.
  • Experience working with regulated environments and producing compliance-driven deliverables.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across disciplines to define and negotiate security requirements.
  • Several years in a cybersecurity or related engineering role, ideally in automotive or mobility domains.
  • Experience designing and implementing security features in software or hardware systems.
  • Familiarity with ISO/SAE 21434 and/or UNR 155 certification processes.

Nice to Have

  • Exposure to policy-driven security frameworks (e.g., RBAC/ABAC, OPA).
  • Prior involvement in incident response, SLO/SLI definition, or on-call rotations.
  • A passion for mentoring and leading technical discussions.
  • Business-level fluency in English, both written and spoken.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary (including bonus).
  • Hybrid work setup: Work from home or one of our offices - you and your team decide how often to meet, blending flexibility with collaboration!
  • Flexible working hours and the possibility of flexible work arrangements depending on your needs.
  • Budget and monthly expense allowance for home office setup.
  • Possibility of remote work from outside Germany for up to 6 weeks per year from over 35 countries.
  • Public transport ticket (fully subsidized "Deutschlandticket") for commuting and travelling throughout Germany.
  • Subsidized fitness club membership or bike leasing.
  • Learning environment with continuous learning days, job rotation, trainings and workshops, coaching, conferences, books, and language classes.
  • Mental health support, 1:1 sessions with external professionals and mental unload workshops.
  • 30 vacation days, sabbatical and unpaid leave option.
  • Relocation support with service provider (visa, administration, etc.).
Language Requirements
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Why This Job8.5 of 10

This Senior Vehicle Security Engineer role at MOIA offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge autonomous mobility solutions with a flexible remote work setup.

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Industry
Tech
Location
Remote

Who Will Succeed Here

Proficient in cybersecurity frameworks such as ISO/SAE 21434, demonstrating the ability to develop and implement compliance strategies for vehicle security in autonomous systems.

Strong analytical mindset with experience in threat modeling and risk assessment, capable of identifying vulnerabilities in embedded systems and proposing effective mitigation strategies.

Self-motivated and disciplined to excel in a remote work environment, showcasing excellent time management skills to handle multiple security assessments and compliance tasks independently.

Learning Resources

ISO/SAE 21434 Overviewarticle

Career Path

Senior Vehicle Security Engineer(Now)Lead Security Architect(2-4 years)Director of Security Engineering(5-7 years)

Market Overview

Market Size 2024
$45B
Annual Growth
11.5%
AI Adoption in Cybersecurity
40%
Investment in Cybersecurity Startups
+150%
Labour Demand for Cybersecurity Professionals
+32%
Avg Salary for Senior Vehicle Security Engineer
$130K

Skills & Requirements

Required
CybersecurityThreat ModelingRisk Assessment
Growing in Demand
Automotive Cybersecurity Frameworks (e.g., ISO/SAE 21434)Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)Machine Learning for Threat Detection
Declining
Static Code Analysis Tools (older versions)Traditional Firewalls

Domain Trends

Increased Regulatory Pressure
Governments worldwide are enforcing stricter regulations for automotive cybersecurity, with compliance requirements increasing by 25% in the last year.
Rise of AI in Threat Detection
AI technologies are being integrated into threat detection systems, with a 40% increase in adoption among automotive companies for predictive analytics.
Shift Towards Embedded Security Solutions
The demand for embedded security solutions in vehicles is projected to grow by 30% as manufacturers focus on securing connected car technologies.

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