Join us as a (Senior) Automotive Cyber Security Test Manager (all genders) and help ensure the safety and resilience of our autonomous mobility systems. At MOIA, vehicle security is a cornerstone of trust in autonomous mobility. As a (Senior) Automotive Cyber Security Test Manager (all genders), you will be responsible for establishing and evolving our security verification and validation capabilities across the fully autonomous vehicle platform like the ID.Buzz AD. You'll lead vulnerability management efforts, define testing strategies, and collaborate with engineering teams to ensure our vehicles meet the highest standards of cybersecurity and operational integrity. This role is ideal for someone who combines hands‑on testing expertise with a systems‑level understanding of automotive security and thrives in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional environment. What you will do
Design and implement MOIA's vehicle security testing framework, covering both embedded systems and vehicle-wide architectures. Define and execute test plans for security verification and validation across ECUs, communication interfaces, and vehicle networks. Lead vulnerability assessments and coordinate remediation efforts across hardware and software components. Establish processes and tooling for continuous security testing, including fuzzing, penetration testing, and static/dynamic analysis. Collaborate with platform, software, and safety teams to integrate security testing into development and release workflows. Develop and maintain documentation for security test procedures, threat models, and vulnerability tracking. Support compliance efforts with automotive cybersecurity standards (e.g., ISO/SAE 21434, UN R155). Contribute to incident response planning and post‑incident analysis related to vehicle security.
What will help you to fulfill your role
A degree in computer science, electrical engineering, automotive engineering, or a related technical field. Proven experience in security testing of embedded systems, automotive platforms, or connected devices. Strong understanding of automotive communication protocols such as CAN, LIN, Ethernet and ECU architectures. Familiarity with vulnerability assessment methodologies and security testing tools. Experience with scripting and automation (e.g., Python, Bash) for test orchestration and reporting. Knowledge of secure coding practices and software development lifecycles. Ability to work across disciplines and communicate effectively with engineering, safety, and compliance teams. Business‑level fluency in English, both written and spoken.
Nice‑to‑haves
Experience with automotive cybersecurity standards and homologation processes (e.g., ISO/SAE 21434, UN R155). Hands‑on experience with penetration testing tools and techniques for automotive systems. Familiarity with hardware security concepts (e.g., secure boot, TPM, HSM). Background in incident response or post‑mortem analysis of security breaches. Contributions to security tooling, research, or community initiatives.
Our benefits in a nutshell
Competitive salary (including bonus). Hybrid work setup: work from home or one of our offices – you and your team decide how often to meet. Flexible working hours and possible flexible work arrangements. 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 subsidised "Deutschlandticket") for commuting and travelling throughout Germany and a discount on MOIA rides. Subsidised 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.). Dog‑friendly offices.
Diversity and inclusion We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds - even if you don’t meet every requirement. We are a member of Charta der Vielfalt and are dedicated to actively fostering a workplace that celebrates and promotes diversity in various aspects such as age, gender identity, race, sexual orientation, physical or cognitive ability, and ethnicity. At MOIA, we embrace a culture where people are accepted, respected, valued, appreciated, and included. In our commitment to promoting diversity and inclusivity, we regularly provide unconscious bias training to all our employees. Furthermore, we continuously strive to enhance our hiring process by ensuring a diverse hiring panel. #J-18808-Ljbffr