Cyber Security Engineer || Automotive Software

WideXP is an Engineering Company focused on delivering tailored technology strategies for small and medium-sized businesses. With a high reputation in information technology solutions, we specialize in automotive software, military embedded systems, medical equipment, QA automation services, mobile software services, recruiting and HR, and project management. We value competence, collaboration, simplicity, and community in our culture.

We are constantly growing with the help of our clients and partners, and we are driven by the desire to improve our company's performance. For more information, please contact us at contact@widexp.com.

We pride ourselves on our ability to provide technical solutions to our customers.

Overview:

We’re seeking a skilled Cybersecurity Engineer to protect and enhance the security of next-generation automotive software systems. As vehicles become increasingly connected and software-defined, your role will be critical in safeguarding vehicle communication, firmware, and control systems from evolving threats. Join us in building secure, compliant, and reliable solutions for the future of mobility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the implementation of cybersecurity features in embedded automotive systems, including:

- Secure onboard communication using Standard Security Architecture (SSA) with asymmetric cryptography (e.g., AES-128)

- Secure diagnosis and authentication using Chain of Trust certificates

- Secure flash and secure boot with rollback protection

- Secure logging with NvM storage and circular buffers

- HSM key storage and management with asynchronous jobs

- Configure software applications using DaVinci Configurator (RTE, SSA, Crypto modules such as CSM, Crypto Driver, CryIf)

- Setup and manage HSM to perform cryptographic operations

- Use tools such as CANoe, CANalyzer, and CAPL scripting for analysis, debugging, and validation

• Collaborate closely with internal teams and external clients for planning and resolving on-the-field security issues

• Perform threat analysis and risk assessments aligned with ISO/SAE 21434

• Participate in debugging sessions and support customer issues related to security integration

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field

• Experience in automotive cybersecurity, ideally in autonomous driving or embedded software domains

• Strong knowledge of secure communication, cryptographic primitives, and embedded systems architecture

• Proficiency with configuration tools (e.g., DaVinci Configurator) and automotive development environments

• Hands-on experience with HSMs, secure boot, secure diagnostics, and flash protection

• Familiarity with ISO/SAE 21434, ISO 26262, and cybersecurity development best practices

• Solid coding skills in C/C and/or scripting in Python or CAPL

Location:

• Remote - Romania

Job Function:

• Senior Level

Contract:

• B2B

Contact:

• contact@widexp.com