Cybersecurity Analyst - Automotive Security

Security analyst

Location: Noida, India

Thales is a global technology leader trusted by governments, institutions, and enterprises to tackle their most demanding challenges. From quantum applications and artificial intelligence to cybersecurity and 6G innovation, our solutions empower critical decisions rooted in human intelligence. Operating at the forefront of aerospace and space, cybersecurity and digital identity, we’re driven by a mission to build a future we can all trust.

Present in India since 1953, Thales is headquartered in Noida and has other operational offices and sites spread across Delhi, Gurugram, Bengaluru and Mumbai, among others. Over 2200 employees are working with Thales and its joint ventures in India. Since the beginning, Thales has been playing an essential role in India’s growth story by sharing its technologies and expertise in Defence, Aerospace and Cyber & Digital sectors. Thales has two engineering competence centres in India - one in Noida focused on Cyber & Digital business, while the one in Bengaluru focuses on hardware, software and systems engineering capabilities for both the civil and defence sectors, serving global needs. The Group has also established an MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul) facility in Gurugram to provide comprehensive avionics maintenance and repair services to Indian airlines and support the growth of the local aviation industry.

Job Summary

We are looking for a skilled Cybersecurity Analyst with strong experience in automotive security and hands-on exposure to ISO/SAE 21434. The role involves executing cybersecurity lifecycle activities, developing required work products, and ensuring compliance with automotive cybersecurity regulations.

Key Responsibilities

ISO 21434 Lifecycle Activities

• Execute cybersecurity activities across Concept, Development, and Production phases
• Ensure alignment with ISO 21434 processes and guidelines

Cybersecurity Work Products

• Develop Item Definition, TARA, Cybersecurity Goals, Concept, Requirements, and Case

Threat Analysis & Risk Assessment (TARA)

• Identify assets, threats, vulnerabilities, and attack paths
• Perform impact and feasibility ratings
• Define risk treatment strategies

Cybersecurity Requirements Management

• Derive and allocate requirements across system, hardware, and software
• Maintain traceability using tools like DOORS or Jira

Security Architecture Support

• Support secure design for ECU, CAN, Ethernet, and external interfaces
• Review architecture for security gaps

Verification & Validation

• Support vulnerability assessment and penetration testing
• Ensure closure of identified vulnerabilities

Compliance & Audit Support

• Ensure compliance with ISO 21434 and UNECE WP.29
• Prepare documentation for audits

Supplier & Stakeholder Management

• Review supplier cybersecurity work products
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity requirements

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Understanding of automotive E/E architecture
• Knowledge of CAN, LIN, Ethernet protocols
• Cryptography fundamentals (encryption, authentication, PKI)
• Experience with TARA methodology and security tools

Standards & Frameworks

• ISO/SAE 21434 (mandatory)
• UNECE WP.29 (good to have)
• ISO 27001, AUTOSAR Security (optional)

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good communication and documentation skills
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Electronics, or Automotive Engineering

At Thales, we’re committed to fostering a workplace where respect, trust, collaboration, and passion drive everything we do. Here, you’ll feel empowered to bring your best self, thrive in a supportive culture, and love the work you do. Join us, and be part of a team reimagining technology to create solutions that truly make a difference – for a safer, greener, and more inclusive world.