About the Role

Join GKN Automotive(Dauch Corporation) and play a pivotal role in securing the future of mobility. As a Cybersecurity Manager , you will lead and drive cybersecurity strategy and implementation across cutting-edge AWD and eDrive systems, ensuring compliance with global automotive standards and protecting next-generation vehicle technologies.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work at the intersection of automotive innovation, embedded systems, and cybersecurity , collaborating with cross-functional teams and global stakeholders.

What You’ll Do

- Lead end-to-end cybersecurity management for AWD/eDrive projects in line with ISO/SAE 21434
- Analyse and interpret customer cybersecurity requirements
- Develop and maintain Cybersecurity Plans with internal teams and suppliers
- Drive Threat Analysis & Risk Assessment (TARA) and cybersecurity concept development
- Collaborate with engineering teams on implementation, validation, and verification
- Align cybersecurity requirements across customers, internal teams, and suppliers
- Support production to ensure cybersecurity concepts are successfully realized
- Build and maintain the Cybersecurity Case (ISO/SAE 21434 compliance)
- Monitor and report cybersecurity status to internal & external stakeholders
- Manage cybersecurity vulnerabilities and incident response (including post-SOP)
- Work closely with Project Management, Quality, and Functional Safety teams

✅ What You Bring

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science,



Cybersecurity, Electronics, or related field
- Proven experience in automotive cybersecurity or embedded software development
- Strong expertise in Threat Analysis & Risk Assessment (TARA)
- In-depth knowledge of:
- ISO/SAE 21434 (mandatory)
- - UNECE R155 / R156 regulations

- Solid understanding of:

- Cryptography (PKI, HSMs, signatures, security protocols)

- Experience in automotive cybersecurity incident response
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and conceptual skills
- Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams
- Fluent in English (German is a plus)
- Willingness to travel occasionally

Nice-to-Have Technical Skills

- Windchill RV&S; (PTC Integrity)
- Medini Analyze
- Microsoft Office

What Makes You a Great Fit

- Strong cross-functional engineering mindset (software + electronics)
- Structured and proactive approach to work
- Ability to stay focused and solution-oriented under pressure
- Excellent teamwork and stakeholder management skills
- Creative thinker with a customer-centric mindset

Why Join GKN Automotive?

At GKN Automotive, you’ll be part of a global leader shaping the future of electric mobility. We offer:

- A chance to work on cutting-edge eDrive technologies
- A collaborative, innovation-driven work workplace
- Opportunities to grow your expertise in automotive cybersecurity
- Exposure to global projects and industry-leading practices

📌 Cyber Security Manager (India)
🏢 GKN Automotive
📍 India