Harman

Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Automotive

We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN Automotive, we give you the keys to fast-track your career.

• Engineer audio systems and integrated technology platforms that augment the driving experience

• Combine ingenuity, in-depth research, and a spirit of collaboration with design and engineering excellence

• Advance in-vehicle infotainment, safety, efficiency, and enjoyment

About the Role

The Cybersecurity, Compliance & Risk Management (Vulnerability and Incident Management Specialists) represent Harman’s commitment to detecting and remediating cybersecurity issues in its products.  Reporting to the manager of the Product Security Incident Response Team (PSIRT), this role closely collaborates with IT Security, various product development and maintenance teams, cybersecurity authorities, and industry groups to drive Harman’s response to cybersecurity incidents and threats.  Continuously adapting and adopting new tool, processes, and solutions to keep users and their products safe.  If you have a passion for solving inter-disciplinary problems while working with venerated brands such as JBL, Mark Levinson, Harman Kardon, and AKG, we would like to hear from you.

What You Will Do

• Closely collaborate with IT Security, global vulnerability and incident management, development, and maintenance teams to drive the resolution of vulnerabilities and incidents related to Harman products.

• Drive communication and coordination related to incidents with 3rd parties such as OEMs, suppliers, and numbering authorities.

• Produce security advisories, bulletins, and reporting related to vulnerabilities and incidents.

• Engage in the adoption and adaptation of tools and processes.

• Continuously improve ways of work surrounding threat intelligence, vulnerability analysis, and incident response.

• Act as a process and technology advisor during incident and vulnerability responses to support teams in their decision-making processes.

• Mentor junior team members.

• Support the manager of PSIRT in ensuring day to day operations of the team.

• Champion cultural values within the team

What You Need to Be Successful

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant technical field; 6+ years of relevant experience in a cybersecurity role

• 4 – 6 Years of technical cybersecurity experience

• Ability to work in time sensitive situations while demonstrating integrity and professionalism.

• Ability to influence without authority and cultivate collaboration.

• Experience in either IT, embedded systems, threat intelligence, or cybersecurity in general.

• Experience in OT / ICS, embedded, or product contexts for cybersecurity.

• Excellent working knowledge of cyber security standards, risks, and mitigation strategies.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong fundamentals around incident management and operations.

• Proficient (C1 – C2) in English

• Demonstrated contributions to team culture, process improvements, and knowledge sharing activities.

• Capability to self-organize tasks while also guiding or coordinating tasks for junior team members.

Bonus Points if You Have

• AIAG Certification 

• Masters Degree 

• SANS GIAC certifications in a cybersecurity discipline – especially Incident Handler specific certification(s) – or equivalent.

• Risk management knowledge and experience.

• Proficiency in scripting languages, low code environments, or technical tooling configuration

• Knowledge of predictive and agile project management styles.

• Conversational and/or Technical German.

• Active participation in conferences, consortiums, or Capture the Flag events.

• Knowledge of CSIRT (Cyber Security Incident Response Team), PSIRT (Product Security Incident Response Team), or FIRST (Forum of Incident Response Teams) norms and ways of work.

• Portfolio of prior cybersecurity work or relevant publications / presentations

What Makes You Eligible

• Be willing to travel up to 5%, domestic only OR domestic and international travel.

• Be willing to work in an office or remotely.

• Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment.

What We Offer

• Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location

• Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.)

• Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University

• Competitive wellness benefits

• Tuition reimbursement

• “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program

• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development

#LI-AA1