Job Description
KAYGEN is an emerging leader in providing top talent for technology based staffing services. We specialize in providing high-volume contingent staffing, direct hire staffing and project based solutions to companies worldwide ranging from startups to Fortune 500 and Managed Service Providers (MSP) across a wide variety of industries.
Job Title: Cyber Security Engineer
Location: Michigan
Duration: 12 weeks
Job Description: Responsibilities Security Testing & Assessment
- Perform security assessments and penetration testing on telematics boxes, including firmware, software, hardware interfaces, and communication protocols.
- Identify, exploit, and document security vulnerabilities, including those related to wireless communication (e.g., Bluetooth, Wi-Fi), CAN bus, GPS, and cellular networks.
- Conduct vulnerability analysis of embedded systems, including reverse engineering
- Simulate and assess potential attack vectors such as spoofing, tampering, information disclosure, and denial of service (DoS).
- Regulatory Compliance:
- Ensure that security testing is aligned with automotive industry standards such as ISO/SAE 21434, UNECE WP.29, and AUTOSAR.
- Provide recommendations for meeting regulatory requirements and improving overall system security.
- Reporting & Documentation:
- Prepare detailed reports of findings, including risk assessments, security vulnerabilities, and recommended remediation steps.
- Work closely with development and engineering teams to prioritize and remediate identified vulnerabilities.
- Document testing methodologies, tools used, and results for future reference and continuous improvement.
- Experience:
- 3+ years of experience in penetration testing, preferably in the automotive or embedded systems industry.
- Strong understanding of embedded systems, including hardware, firmware, and software components.
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in using penetration testing tools such as Burp Suite, Metasploit, Wireshark, Nmap, and CANalyzer.
- Experience with reverse engineering tools like Ghidra or IDA Pro.
- Familiarity with automotive-specific protocols and tools (e.g., CAN, LIN, UDS, J1939).
- Experience with wireless security testing (e.g., Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3GPP).
- Regulations & Standards Knowledge:
- Knowledge of ISO/SAE 21434 (Road vehicles - Cybersecurity engineering).
- Familiarity with UNECE WP.29 cybersecurity regulations.
- Certifications (Preferred):
- CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)
- OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional)
- GIAC GPEN (Penetration Tester)
- Automotive Cybersecurity certification
- Soft Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality results.
At KAYGEN, we are always looking for dynamic, talented and experienced individuals. We invite you to join our team of talented IT professionals, consulting at client locations across the globe. Our culture is team-orientated; we strive to stand by our core values of respect, honesty and integrity. Our team of experienced staffing experts will work with you to find you the best opportunity. For more information please visit us at
Benefits :
- Free Healthcare Insurance
- Vision and Dental Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Free Life Insurance
- Sick Time Off
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