Job Description
Ford is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Program Manager / Technical Program Manager (TPM) to support embedded and vehicle‑related cybersecurity initiatives. This is a time‑critical, senior‑level role requiring strong leadership, technical depth, and proven experience operating across hardware, software, and manufacturing environments.
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Required Skills & Experience
• 10+ years of experience working as one or more of the following: (Embedded Engineer, Firmware Engineer, Engineering Manager leading embedded or firmware teams)
• Strong cybersecurity background, with experience supporting embedded, product‑based, or platform environments
• Proven experience managing embedded systems and embedded hardware
• Manufacturing experience is required, including exposure to hardware manufacturing environments and production workflows
• Demonstrated ability to interface between hardware and software teams, translating requirements and managing cross‑domain dependencies
• Experience supporting and scaling software and cybersecurity programs across complex engineering organizations
• Proven people leadership, including building, leading, and developing high‑performing teams
• Strong execution skills in matrixed, multi‑stakeholder environments
Tools & Methodologies
• Smartsheet (or similar enterprise program/project management tools)
• Project Professional
• JIRA
• Atlassian suite
• Agile methodologies
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
• Automotive industry experience (vehicle systems, ECUs, or vehicle platforms)
• Cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent)
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.