Torc Robotics · 22 hours ago
Senior Director, Product Cybersecurity
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
$262K/yr - $314K/yr
7+ years expTorc Robotics is a leader in autonomous driving technology, focusing on developing software for automated trucks. The Senior Director of Product Cybersecurity will lead the cybersecurity function within Torc’s product lines, overseeing a team of engineers and ensuring robust security measures are integrated into products from conception through deployment.
Autonomous VehiclesRoboticsSoftware
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain a comprehensive product cybersecurity architecture for our product ecosystem, ensuring alignment with industry standards and business objectives
Stay well-informed of emerging cybersecurity threats and technologies; continuously updating our cybersecurity strategies and solutions accordingly
Oversee and evaluate the implementation of cybersecurity controls, including but not limited to, encryption, access controls, network security, and secure coding practices
Collaborate with product development teams to incorporate cybersecurity into the design and development lifecycle of products
Liaise with external cybersecurity vendors and partners, managing relationships, and ensuring the effective integration of third-party security solutions
Responsible for career development and performance management of the team
Document, maintain, and lead the implementation of key activities in the cybersecurity management system
Conduct, with a cross-functional team, a thorough threat analysis and risk assessment for existing and new products; identifying potential vulnerabilities and proposing mitigation strategies
Complete the evidence to support the safety case claims for product cybersecurity
Ensure compliance with relevant industry, regulatory, and organizational cybersecurity standards and policies
Represent Torc at external standards and industry bodies and communicate our product cybersecurity approach
Prepare and present reports on cybersecurity architecture, risk assessments, and mitigation strategies to senior management and relevant stakeholders
Participate in and support product cybersecurity incident response and forensic activities
Coordinate and share cybersecurity information, risk assessments, and incident updates with IT and Enterprise Cybersecurity teams to ensure consistent alignment of product cybersecurity practices with enterprise-wide standards and response protocols
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related technical field
7+ years of experience of hands-on engineering with safety-critical, cyber-physical systems (automotive, aerospace, medical)
5+ years of experience managing engineers, directors, budgets, and strategic initiatives
Ability to be a strategic partner to the organization; identify and plan how to meet future needs of the organization on a global scale
Ability to effectively manage a team of professionals and identify opportunities to grow and develop the team
Strong understanding of cybersecurity protocols
Proficient in automotive cybersecurity standards and regulations (e.g., ISO/SAE 21434, UN R155)
Proficient in a cybersecure development lifecycle such as the AVCDL (A Versatile Cybersecurity Development Lifecycle), Microsoft SDL, or similar
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to articulate complex cybersecurity concepts to a varied audience
Proven track record of implementing successful cybersecurity solutions in product development
Preferred
Experience in the autonomous vehicle industry, particularly with L4 self-driving technology
Benefits
A competitive compensation package that includes a bonus component and stock options
100% paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees
401K plan with a 6% employer match
Flexibility in schedule and generous paid vacation (available immediately after start date)
Company-wide holiday office closures
AD+D and Life Insurance
Company
Torc Robotics
Torc provides L4 end-to-end self-driving software for mobility, trucking, mining, and defense markets through strategic partnerships
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2019-03-29Acquired
Leadership Team
Peter Vaughan Schmidt
CEO
April Alexander
Human Resources Business Partner
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