Global Connectivity IT Specialist

Job Summary

The Global Connectivity IT Specialist - Cybersecurity is responsible for leading the strategic development, operation, and continuous improvement of Stellantis' global cybersecurity systems related to vehicle offboard connectivity and mobility services. This role bridges OEM and suppliers; offboard and onboard services, ensuring secure design, deployment, and management of cybersecurity deliverables by suppliers across connected products and infrastructure.

Primary Responsibilities

Innovation Services

• Lead the technical strategy and architecture for global offboard connectivity cybersecurity systems.
• Follow the Agile methodology process to design and produce the Key Performance and Risk Indicator in reporting.
• Knowledge of Global Cybersecurity regulations and compliance requirements like UN R-155 and CSMS.
• Follow Stellantis information security risk management programs, continuous support security risk analysis like TARA and mitigations.
• Work closely with suppliers to ensure their deliverables follow best practice, Provide cybersecurity consulting and technical guidance for product design and software feature integration, modernization and maintenance.
• Offboard/Backend cybersecurity services consultations (OTA security, Digital Key, Connected Vehicle Backend protection).
• Manage the lifecycle of the digital certificates, keys, and credentials, including issuance, renewal, revocation, and backup

System Services

• Own and manage global cybersecurity connectivity systems (e.g., Global CS Services "Bridges" and Authenticated Diagnostics Access Bridge).
• Develop, operate, and mature Stellantis' cybersecurity systems for connectivity, ensuring scalability and resilience.
• Drive improvements in service usability and consumer satisfaction, working closely with Tier 1 suppliers and service providers.
• Manage relationships with external service providers, ensuring alignment with cybersecurity standards and performance expectations.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Product area, Engineering, Product CyberSecurity, and ICT teams to align system capabilities with enterprise cybersecurity strategy.
• Collaborate with legal, finance, and procurement teams on contract management and compliance during transitions to decentralized Product Services Lines ownership.
• A driving force in the transformation, consolidation and convergence of legacy solutions toward the new standards defined by the company (bridges, vehicle certificates, software platform, monitoring and data analysis, among others)

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's in Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years proven experience in managing global cybersecurity systems, preferably in automotive or mobility sectors.
• Strong understanding of connectivity technologies, cybersecurity frameworks, and regulatory environments.
• Experience with Tier 1 supplier ecosystems and service provider management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong knowledge of the PKI standards, protocols, and best practices
• Familiar with the security and privacy challenges and requirements of the car manufacturing domain
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills
• Certifications in Cybersecurity, cryptography, or car manufacturing domain are a plus (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA, ISO 21434, UN R155/156)