Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader

We pioneer technology for mobility experience that matter to people.

Your mission, roles and responsibilities

The role of the Cybersecurity Technical Strategist for Application- and AI-Security is to define the Cybersecurity High Level Design for Application- and AI-Security for Forvia (Faurecia and HELLA), consisting of employees, ideas, solutions, technologies & processes, to align it company-wide and, following new requirements, constantly update and adapt it. With this he achieves the lowest possible internal and external security posture and ensures technical security compliance.

When introducing or updating IT solutions, the Cybersecurity Technical Strategist for Application- and AI-Security defines the current cybersecurity requirements and ensures that these are met by the solutions that are tested and selected in close cooperation with the IT department.

He/She regularly reassesses the solutions used in his area of expertise from a cybersecurity perspective to ensure that solutions already in use can also meet new cybersecurity requirements.

The main missions of the role:

• Responsible for the definition and implementation or adaptation of the high-level cybersecurity design of Forvia (Faurecia and HELLA);
• Ensure regular risk and weak point analysis and derivation of necessary countermeasures, as well as supporting GIT during the implementation of these measures;
• Provide an initial budget estimate for new Cybersecurity projects and ensure ongoing budget for deployed Cybersecurity solutions;
• Definition and implementation of necessary adjustments/further developments to increase or regain the necessary efficiency and effectiveness;
• Ensuring that cybersecurity high level design, guidelines and policies comply with legal and regulatory requirements;
• Close cooperation with various stakeholders (GIT, business, data protection, audit, ...);
• Ensuring regular market analysis to evaluate new or existing solutions;
• Support of IDP in the acquisition of new solutions;
• Support IT in the context of POCs and pilots.

Your profile and competencies to succeed

• Bachelor or master in IT (alternatively long-term experience in the field of Cybersecurity);
• Relevant professional experience (at least 5 years);
• Sound knowledge of Cybersecurity and related solutions and systems;
• Motivation and determination to acquire new Cybersecurity skills;
• Good verbal & written communication skills (English fluent).

What we can do for you

• At Forvia, you will find an engaging and dynamic environment where you can contribute to the development of sustainable mobility leading technologies.
• We are the seventh-largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in more than 40 countries which makes a lot of opportunity for career development. 
• We welcome energetic and agile people who can thrive in a fast-changing environment. People who share our strong values. Team players with a collaborative mindset and a passion to deliver high standards for our clients. Lifelong learners. High performers. Globally minded people who aspire to work in a transforming industry, where excellence, speed, and quality count. 
• We cultivate a learning environment, dedicating tools and resources to ensure we remain at the forefront of mobility. Our people enjoy an average of more than 22 hours of online and in-person training within FORVIA University (five campuses around the world) 
• We offer a multicultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration. We believe that diversity is a strength. To create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity create real value for the company, we have adopted gender diversity targets and inclusion action plans. 
• Achieving CO2 Net Zero as a pioneer of the automotive industry is a priority: In June 2022, Forvia became the first global automotive group to be certified with the new SBTI Net-Zero Standard (the most ambitious standard of SBTi), aligned with the ambition of the 2015 Paris Agreement of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Three principles guide our action: use less, use better and use longer, with a focus on recyclability and circular economy. 

Why join us

FORVIA is an automotive technology group at the heart of smarter and more sustainable mobility. We bring together expertise in electronics, clean mobility, lighting, interiors, seating, and lifecycle solutions to drive change in the automotive industry.

With a history stretching back more than a century, we are the 7th largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in 43 countries. You'll find our technology in around 1 out of 2 vehicles produced anywhere in the world.

In June 2022, we became the 1st global automotive group to be certified with the SBTI Net-Zero Standard. We have committed to reach CO2 Net Zero by no later than 2045.

As technological innovation and the need for sustainability transform the automotive industry, we are ideally positioned to deliver solutions that will enhance the lives of road-users everywhere.