Job Description
General Motors is undergoing a major transformation, both in how we operate and in how we will influence the future of transportation. Our Software Services team is on the forefront of this work, emboldening our culture by seeking out determined, innovative individuals who will join our team to help move us forward and achieve our mission.
The Manager,Cybersecurity Engineeris a senior people leadership role within GM Cybersecurity,and part ofthe Cybersecurity Governance, Risk & Complianceteam. This role owns GM's vehicle product cybersecurity compliance posture — includingconductingthreat analysis and risk assessment,providing requirements to GM’s Cybersecuritypolicyandunderlyingstandards,ensuringglobal regulatory compliance, andorchestratinggovernment-facing audits— while driving control gap remediation across vehicle engineering and product teams.
As the regulatory landscape continues to evolve, this role is also responsible for incorporating emerging vehicle theft-relatedandcompliance requirements into GM's product cybersecurity controls framework. The ideal candidate is a seasoned cybersecurity GRC professional with deep automotive regulatoryexpertise, a collaborative leadership style, and a proventrack recordmanaging high-performing teams while influencing cross-functional stakeholders.
Product Cybersecurity Compliance
Own andmaintainGM's product cybersecuritycontrols framework, ensuring coverage across all applicable vehicle programs, markets, and regulatory requirements.
Lead and overseeThreat Analysis and Risk Assessment (TARA)activities for vehicle product systems, ensuring threat models are current, comprehensive, and integrated into the vehicle development lifecycle.
Provide requirements for and input toproductcybersecurity policies and standardsaligned to evolving threats, regulatory mandates, and industry best practices; drive necessary approvals and ensure cross-functional integration.
Monitor and interpret global automotive cybersecurity regulations and standards (e.g., ISO/SAE 21434, ISO 24089, UNECE WP.29 frameworks), translating changes into actionable compliance obligations for internal teams.
Manage all aspects of audit readiness, evidence preparation, submission coordination, and post-audit remediation across multiple regulatoryjurisdictions.
Build andmaintainproductive relationships with government authorities,typeapproval bodies, and technical service organizations (e.g., IDIADA, etc.) across international markets.
Ensure audit artifacts, compliance documentation, and CSMS evidence packages are current, complete, and audit-readyat all times.
Control Gap Identification & Remediation
Lead the identification, assessment, and prioritization of cybersecurity control gaps across vehicle product systems, aligned to UNR155, ISO/SAE 21434, and other applicable frameworks.
Cross-Functional Partnership
Collaborate with Legal, Government Affairs, Program Management, and Supplier teams to ensure a coordinated approach to regulatory compliance.
Represent GM's product cybersecurity GRC program in external-facing engagements, including regulatory submissions, audits, and industry working groups.
People Leadership & Team Management
Lead, develop, and mentor a team of cybersecurity GRC professionals, fostering a high-performance culture grounded in accountability, collaboration, and continuous growth.
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
Minimum 10 years of experiencein cybersecurity, with a focus on GRC, regulatory compliance, or product/automotive cybersecurity
Demonstrated experience leading teams, including people management, performance management, and talent development
Strongexpertisein cybersecurity controls frameworks (e.g.,ISO/SAE 21434, ISO 27001, NIST CSF, NIST SP 800-53)
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills, with ability to assess systemic issues and translate findings into executive-ready reports
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills — able to engage effectively with technical teams, senior leadership, and government representatives
What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
(Not mandatory, but would give candidates a competitive edge)
Relevant professional certifications (e.g.,CGRC,CRISC,CISA,CISSP,ISO/SAE 21434 Lead Auditor,PMP)
Experience with enterprise risk frameworks (e.g., COSO, FAIR, ERM) in a product cybersecurity context


GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc).

This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}.

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.


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