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Security Architect

Applied Intuition· Security / Engineering
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Sunnyvale, CA$197.4k - $292.4kFull-timePosted 10mo ago

About the role

Lead design and implementation of cybersecurity architectures for next-generation automotive systems, ensuring compliance with ISO/SAE 21434 and UN Regulations 155/156, working with embedded and application security engineers to secure silicon hardware, embedded systems, networks, and cloud infrastructure across vehicle lifecycles.

Responsibilities

  • Develop cybersecurity architectures compliant with ISO/SAE 21434 engineering requirements and UN R155 CSMS mandates across all vehicle lifecycle phases (concept, development, production, operation, decommissioning)
  • Implement UN R156-compliant Software Update Management Systems (SUMS) with secure OTA update mechanisms, cryptographic verification, and version control for automotive ECUs
  • Conduct threat analysis and risk assessments (TARA) per ISO 21434 Annex C requirements, addressing attack vectors in UN R155 Annex 5
  • Design hardware-rooted security controls for automotive SoCs including secure boot, hardware security modules (HSM), and TEE implementations
  • Collaborate with suppliers to ensure Tier 1/Tier 2 component security meets ISO 21434 supply chain requirements and UN R155 post-production obligations
  • Develop automotive-specific security requirements for AI/ML systems in autonomous driving platforms, addressing model integrity and adversarial attack prevention

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of hands-on experience designing and deploying security solutions for embedded automotive systems
  • Automotive communication protocol security (CAN bus hardening, Ethernet intrusion detection)
  • Cryptographic engineering for resource-constrained environments (ECC optimization, post-quantum crypto prototyping)
  • Proficiency in automotive security toolchains (JTAG, UART, Trace32; Vector CANoe; Wireshark SOME/IP dissectors; ODX/PDX scripting; UDS exploit development)
  • Strong systems programming in C/C++/Rust for bare-metal and RTOS
  • Experience with secure over-the-air updates and real-time intrusion detection for vehicle networks
  • Leadership in security initiatives (threat modeling, security code reviews, mentoring)
  • Familiarity with AUTOSAR Classic/Adaptive security components

Skills

Required:Automotive cybersecurity architectureThreat modeling

Benefits

  • Base salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401k with employer match, learning and wellness stipends, paid time off
Last updated May 26, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

About Applied Intuition

Building vehicle intelligence | Applied Intuition

Applied Intuition is the vehicle intelligence company with the tools, Vehicle OS, and autonomy stacks for creating safe, AI-powered vehicle experiences.

AIAutonomy stacksSelf-Driving SystemSimulationTesting & ValidationVehicle IntelligenceVehicle OSai-infrastructure-and-development
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