REQ ID: 128470
JOB TITLE: Senior Cyber Security Engineer - Software Development
POSTING START DATE: 02/04/2025
POSTING END DATE: 16/04/2025
SALARY: Competitive

LOCATION: Shannon, Ireland

Shape the future of modern luxury at our R&D Software Development campus situated in Shannon. Develop cutting-edge software, and computer vision alongside global experts to make our iconic vehicles safer, smarter and more capable than ever before. Use your expertise to deliver an exceptional driving experience and push the boundaries of what’s possible. Let’s create an exceptional future together.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Join JLR as a Senior Cyber Security Engineer - Software Development!

You will play a crucial role in ensuring the security and integrity of our systems. We are seeking an accomplished professional to write code in a secure environment, developing functions that prevent security breaches. The ideal candidate will have a strong grasp of cyber security principles, including encryption, key management, and firewall rules, with demonstrated proficiency in C and C++. Additionally, you will be involved in comprehensive software development, covering various stages of the software lifecycle.

In this role, you will need in-depth familiarity with POSIX standards, specifically in Linux or QNX environments, and extensive hands-on experience with hardware, particularly Qualcomm BSP or similar platforms. A solid understanding of cryptographic principles, including key management, firewall configurations, and software integrity, is highly desirable.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain software applications related to security functionalities such as crypto key management, HSM APIs, secure logging, and firewalls
• Write system and software requirements for the security applications owned by the team
• Develop, document, and institutionalise comprehensive best practice software guidelines, practices, and procedures for cybersecurity, ensuring consistency and reliability across the organisation
• Work directly with in-house teams and Tier 1 suppliers to guide, support, and ensure compliance with cybersecurity guidelines, fostering a collaborative environment to achieve security objectives
• Support the validation team in writing and executing test cases, as well as any debugging activities during the vehicle development life cycle

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

• Demonstrated strong programming skills in C and C++, with the ability to write efficient and reliable code that meets high standards
• In-depth familiarity with POSIX standards, specifically in Linux or QNX environments, ensuring seamless integration and compatibility with various systems
• Extensive hands-on experience with hardware, particularly Qualcomm BSP or similar platforms, enabling effective hardware-software interaction and troubleshooting
• Solid understanding of cyber security principles, including cryptography, key management, firewall configurations, and software integrity, to protect sensitive data and systems from potential threats
• Comprehensive experience in software development, covering various stages of the software lifecycle, from initial design and development to deployment and maintenance, ensuring robust and secure software solutions

Creating Modern Luxury requires a modern approach to work. At JLR, hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement providing employees more choice and flexibility around how, when and where they work. Some roles require more on-site work, but details of this can be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview stage.

We work hard to nurture a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all. We understand candidates may require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please discuss these with your recruiter so we can accommodate your needs. 

Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome. If you’re unsure that you meet the full criteria of a role – but you're interested in where it could take you – we still encourage you to apply. We believe in people's ability to grow and develop within their role – it’s what makes living the exceptional with soul possible.

JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.

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