Technical Manager - Product Security

Function: Connected Car
Contract: Full time – Permanent

Location: Pyms Lane, Crewe, CW1 3PL

Bentley Motors is combining a world of luxury and progressive technology to embrace an electrified future. Join us as we embark on the most transformative phase in Bentley’s history.

Purpose of the Role
Join the Product Security team as a Technical Manager for Product Security, where you'll take ownership of end-to-end security expertise, ensuring robust security features across the entire product landscape.  Reporting into the Vehicle Cyber Security Manager your main responsibilities include;

• Leading and manaing the rollout of automotive security functions (IDS, SOK, VKMS) in R&D projects.
• Ensuring compliance with ISO21434 standards and other relevant security regulations (e.g. R155, GB44495-2024).
• Developing and maintaining project plans, schedules, and budgets for security features.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of security measures.
• Providing technical guidance and support on product security countermeasures.
• Monitoring and reporting on project progress, risks, and issues.
• Fostering a culture of security awareness and best practices within the organization.

About the Team
Sitting within Electronic Engineering in R&D at Bentley, the vision of the Connected Car team is to provide our customers with a range of features and services that make their Bentley relationship the most rewarding, convenient and magical connected experience by integrating the vehicle into their personal ecosystem and meeting the Beyond100 strategy.

About you – Skills and Experience

• Strong experience with automotive security standards and legislations (all regions for example: GB44495, ISO/SAE21434, UNECE WP29/R155, GDPR, Data security).
• Proven experience in technical project management, particularly in planning and rolling out security functions.
• Technical knowledge of product security countermeasures, including Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), Secure Onboard Communication (SOK), and Vehicle Key Management Systems (VKMS) and TLS etc.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Software/Programming knowledge (C, C++).
• Encryption algorithms knowledge.
• Good presentation skills.
• Ability to influence colleagues within your area of responsibility.
• Engineering degree or equivalent is essential.

What Bentley Offers

• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid working options
• 35 days annual leave inclusive of UK bank holidays
• Progression pathways and programmes, mentoring, and study support opportunities available
• Optional car lease scheme with discounted access to brand new VW Group cars (VW, Seat, Skoda, Audi) up to every six months
• Health and life assurance benefits providing up to five times annual salary
• Annual salary reviews and competitive bonus scheme
• Contributory pension scheme – you put in 6% we put in 10%
• Access to a wide range of resources to support your health and well-being including an online GP, the choice to join BUPA health plans, a mental health counsellor, and onsite physio
• Paid volunteering days dedicated to community giving

The Bentley Campus
Our campus is going through an exciting transformation offering unrivalled facilities including green spaces, free parking, an onsite restaurant, coffee shops and Legends gym. 

#BelongingAtBentley
Motivated to be the most diverse, inclusive luxury car company, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals are respected, valued, and empowered. 

We firmly believe in equal opportunities for all, helping all colleagues thrive as their authentic selves and reach their highest potential. We believe that everyone, regardless of their background or beliefs, belongs at Bentley. Everyone is entitled to respect and dignity and we positively celebrate the differences between people.

Beyond100+
Announced in 2020, Bentley’s ground-breaking Beyond100+ strategy targets sustainable luxury mobility leadership, reinventing every aspect of the business. Building on over two decades of forward-thinking, join us as Bentley moves towards a sustainable future.

Closing date: 30 April 2025