Penetration Test Engineer - Automotive & Manufacturing

Are you ready to leverage your expertise in the Automotive & Manufacturing industry? Do you thrive on conducting ECU level & vehicle level Penetration Tests with precision and creativity? We can offer an exciting opportunity for a Pen Test Engineer like you!

Join a purpose-led transformation company, where you'll make a meaningful difference to the people and communities served by our clients. Our projects demand ambitious innovation and thought leadership, offering endless learning opportunities and the chance to lead a team of high-performing individuals. If you're ready to build strong relationships with diverse stakeholders and make an impact that matters, apply now.

As a Pen Test Engineer, you will define and implement Penetration Test Strategy for ECU and Vehicle systems, ensuring robust governance and security. Your analytical mindset and clear communication skills will be crucial as you present complex technical topics to stakeholders and collaborate with project teams. Join us in creating modern luxury experiences that earn and retain customer trust and loyalty.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define Penetration Test Strategy for ECU and Vehicle systems.
• Support security testing within Hardware in The Loop (HiLs) test rigs.
• Review and agree on penetration test scopes, liaising with preferred suppliers.
• Analyse and prepare reports for senior management and regulators.
• Embrace differences, empower team members, and build trust through open communication.
• Report to the Pen Test Manager on work and deliverables.

Skills & Experience:

• Experience in Python scripting for CAN and Flexray buses, automotive ethernet.
• Proficiency in Git for developing user-friendly Penetration Testing frameworks.
• Understanding of automotive communication buses (CAN, Ethernet).
• Knowledge of diagnostics and debugging interfaces (UDS ISO 14229, ASM XCP).
• Penetration Testing experience in automotive and/or IoT, including black box testing, wireless interfaces, and API testing.
• Experience with security protocols in automotive/embedded systems/IoT devices.
• Ability to plan and execute ECU level & vehicle level Penetration Tests.
• Familiarity with Vehicle Diagnostics and Systems Engineering Principles.
• Experience leading engineers from outsourced partners.
• Strong leadership, management, and self-motivation skills.

Good to have:

• Low-level embedded systems and electronics experience.
• Experience with JTAG debuggers (e.g., JLink, Lauterbach).
• Understanding of Flexray and LIN automotive communication busses.

Rewards & Benefits:

• Salary: £60,000 - £75,000 base salary
• Competitive salary packages with pension, health care, and life assurance.
• Laptop, phone, access to extensive training resources, and discounts