Product Security Engineering Specialist

Company: Activ8
Location: Plano
Posted on: April 4, 2025

Job Description:

Please note this is W2 contract position and a hybrid position. Local Candidates are preferred.

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Summary:

An international IT support & solution provider serving the automotive industry is seeking a Product Security Engineering Specialist to join their team. The position focuses on providing technical leadership in product cybersecurity for Connected, Autonomous, Shared, and Electrified (CASE) mobility solutions and digital services. It integrates technical expertise, leadership skills, and cross-departmental collaboration to drive the safe and secure design, development, and delivery of cutting-edge mobility innovations.

Primary Responsibilities:

Cybersecurity Analysis and Architecture:
Conducting and facilitating Threat Analysis and Risk Assessments (TARA) for the end-to-end vehicle ecosystem (embedded systems, cloud, and mobile apps).
Creating and implementing system requirements and technical reference architectures that align with privacy-by-design and security-by-design principles.

Technical Leadership:
Acting as an individual contributor and technical lead across multiple projects with minimal oversight.
Supporting teams by identifying and addressing "impediments," collaborating with stakeholders, and driving tasks to completion.

Collaboration and Facilitation:
Working with stakeholders to manage project timelines, inputs/outputs, and dependencies.
Liaising with business leaders and other risk functions to deliver program needs.

Hands-On Contribution:
Completing technical tasks such as TARA, system architecture, and solution enablement.



Key Skills and Experience Required:

Cybersecurity Expertise:
At least 6 years of experience in security engineering with a focus on identifying risks and designing countermeasures for embedded systems, cloud systems, and mobile applications.
Familiarity with threat analysis and risk assessment (TARA) and hands-on experience in creating system requirements and reference architectures.

Industry Knowledge:
Minimum of 2 years of experience in industries such as automotive, manufacturing, Internet of Things (IoT), or software.
Knowledge of connected, autonomous, shared, and electrified mobility solutions is critical.

Technical Leadership:
Proven ability to lead as a technical contributor across multiple projects with minimal oversight.
Capacity to manage cross-functional teams and coordinate with both internal and external stakeholders.

Interpersonal Skills:
Strong communication abilities to collaborate with peers, management, and stakeholders.
Adept at relationship management and customer-focused approaches.

Behavioral Competencies:
Results-driven, proactive problem-solving, and ability to mentor and coach.
Organizational awareness to manage tasks, meet deadlines, and anticipate business needs.

Technical Proficiency:
Advanced skills in Microsoft tools like Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Fluent English for both business and technical discussions.



Bonus:

Certifications such as OSCP, SANS/GIAC, CISSP.
Experience with cybersecurity regulations, compliance, and standards (e.g., ISO/SAE 21434, NIST, OWASP, etc.).
Japanese language proficiency for business and technical discussions.
Background in industries like law enforcement, defense, or intelligence communities.







Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc. has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you're a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success.



We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant's provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates. All offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check in compliance with applicable laws.



We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.

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