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Director - Product Security

Rivian & Volkswagen Group TechnologiesPalo Alto, CaliforniaTechnology and Innovation
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Salary
$240,700 - $395,350 USD
Job type
Full-time
Posted
27 May 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

The Director of Product Security position at Rivian & Volkswagen Group Technologies is a full-time technology leadership role based in Palo Alto, California, perfect for an experienced cybersecurity professional who wants to build and execute security strategies for software-defined vehicles. This engineering leadership role suits an innovative security expert ready to guide a high-performing team and embed security directly into next-generation electric vehicle platforms.

Role Overview

As the Director of Product Security, you will lead a structured, high-performing product security team at one of the most consequential software-defined vehicle platforms in the automotive industry. This is an engineering leadership role where you will work alongside elite software and hardware engineers to drive technical excellence. Reporting directly to the Sr. Director, Systems Engineering, Safety and Software Quality, you own the execution of the end-to-end product security strategy for the joint platform, impacting millions of future electric vehicles across brands like Rivian, Volkswagen, Audi, and Scout.

Key Responsibilities

Lead a team defining and owning the multi-year product security roadmap for the joint Software Defined Vehicle (SDV) platform.
Embed security across the full software development lifecycle through threat modeling, TARA, and secure coding guidelines.
Oversee compliance and security engineering for automotive cybersecurity standards including ISO/SAE 21434 and UN Regulation No. 155.
Build and operate a vulnerability management program, managing bug bounties and coordinated penetration testing.
Define and enforce security requirements across Tier-1 and Tier-2 automotive suppliers with robust SBOM practices.
Secure AI and autonomy platforms, including machine learning pipelines and in-vehicle inference security.
Build and lead the Product Security Incident Response Team (PSIRT) and establish coordinated disclosure processes.
Present product security posture, program maturity, and key risks to executive leadership and the board.

Requirements

12+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, with at least 5 years in product security leadership at a software-defined product company.
Deep technical expertise in application security, embedded systems security, or automotive cybersecurity with a hands-on engineering background.
Proven ability to lead and uplevel an inherited product security or AppSec team and drive execution within an existing organization.
Strong working knowledge of threat modeling methodologies, secure SDLC practices, and vulnerability management programs.
Experience securing cloud-native architectures at scale including cloud-to-vehicle communication channels and data pipelines.
Track record of operating at the executive level, partnering with the C-suite, and presenting to the board.
B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.

Nice to Have

Direct experience with ISO/SAE 21434, UN Regulation No. 155, NHTSA cybersecurity best practices, or other automotive-specific frameworks.
Background in embedded security, firmware security, or hardware security such as HSMs and secure boot.
Experience at a mission-driven, high-velocity technology company.
Familiarity with AI and machine learning security, adversarial robustness, and securing inference pipelines.

Skills and Tools

AWS
GCP
Azure
Threat Modeling (STRIDE, PASTA, TARA)
SAST, DAST, and Fuzzing CI/CD tooling
CAN and Automotive Ethernet communication buses

Salary and Benefits

Full-time positions are eligible for a competitive base salary ranging from $240,700 to $395,350 USD per year. Employees may participate in the annual company performance bonus program subject to plan terms and active employment status. This role is also eligible for equity in the form of Restricted Stock Units, subject to board approval and vesting requirements. A comprehensive benefits package is provided, including health coverage, retirement savings, time off, and family planning programs.

About the Company

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture bringing together two industry leaders to shape the future of automotive technology. By combining expertise across connectivity, artificial intelligence, and security, the organization creates scalable solutions for electric vehicles and software-defined platforms.

How to Apply

Candidates can apply for this role through the official Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies careers site.

Skills and tech stack

AWSGCPAzure

Questions candidates ask

Where is this job located?

This full-time role is located in the Palo Alto, California office.

What is the salary range for this position?

The annual base salary ranges from $240,700 to $395,350 USD.

Who does this role report to?

This position reports directly to the Sr. Director, Systems Engineering, Safety and Software Quality.

What level of experience is required?

Candidates must have 12+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, including at least 5 years in product security leadership.

What additional rewards are offered besides base salary?

Eligible employees may participate in an annual company performance bonus program, receive Restricted Stock Units subject to board approval, and access a comprehensive benefits package.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Rivian & Volkswagen Group Technologies careers page.

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