EV Cybersecurity Governance Manager

About Slate

Slate is a new US Electric Vehicle company transforming the battery electric vehicle space.

Who we are looking for:

As an EV Cybersecurity Governance Manager, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and leading all aspects of governance frameworks that ensure compliance with EV cybersecurity regulations, risk management best practices, and data privacy mandates. You will play a key role in integrating security controls across EV software, connected vehicle systems, and vehicle-to-infrastructure (V2X) technologies, ensuring resilience against evolving cyber threats.

This senior-level role requires demonstrated ability in cybersecurity governance, risk management, or regulatory compliance, preferably within the automotive, mobility, or technology industries.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.  We are unable to financially sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for this opportunity currently.

What you get to do:

Develop & Maintain Global EV Governance Frameworks

• Establish and implement cybersecurity governance policies aligned with ISO 21434, NIST CSF, UNECE WP.29 R155/R156, and industry best practices.
• Develop and implement risk-based cybersecurity governance models for EV software, networked vehicle systems, and telematics.
• Ensure regulatory alignment with evolving global EV cybersecurity laws across the U.S., EU, China, and emerging markets.
• Define security requirements for vehicle firmware, software supply chains, and in-vehicle communication protocols (CAN, Ethernet, LIN, etc.).

Regulatory Compliance & Certification Oversight

• Supervise cybersecurity-related regulatory changes in EV markets and ensure compliance with NHTSA, UNECE WP.29, and regional cybersecurity standards.
• Lead all aspects of certification processes related to EV cybersecurity and software integrity requirements.
• Engage with government agencies, industry bodies, and regulatory groups to advocate for best practices in EV cybersecurity.
• Support audit readiness and compliance efforts by leading internal security assessments.

Cybersecurity Risk Management & Incident Preparedness

• Conduct cyber risk assessments and governance audits to identify vulnerabilities in EV software, cloud services, and V2X technologies.
• Work with security engineers to define security controls for threat modeling, penetration testing governance, and vulnerability remediation.
• Establish policies for secure software development life cycle (SSDLC) and secure-by-design principles for EV platforms.
• Collaborate with incident response teams to define governance policies for EV cybersecurity breach response and forensic investigations.

Data Privacy & Secure Connected Vehicle Ecosystem

• Ensure EV data governance aligns with GDPR, CCPA, ISO 27001, and automotive cybersecurity standards.
• Define policies for secure data transmission and storage in EV infotainment, telematics, and vehicle cloud platforms.
• Collaborate with IT and product teams to embed privacy-enhancing technologies into connected vehicle systems.

Leadership & Industry Teamwork

• Work closely with engineering, cybersecurity, legal, and manufacturing teams to implement cybersecurity governance best practices.
• Represent the company in industry working groups, regulatory committees, and cybersecurity alliances.
• Collaborate with third-party security vendors to assess and strengthen cybersecurity frameworks for EV components and supply chains.

What you bring to the team:

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Engineering, Regulatory Compliance, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in EV cybersecurity governance, regulatory compliance, or automotive cybersecurity within OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers, or mobility tech companies.
• Expertise with ISO 21434, UNECE WP.29 R155/R156, NIST CSF, for Vehicles, and cybersecurity risk frameworks.
• Experience with connected vehicle security, vehicle network protocols (CAN, Ethernet, V2X), and embedded system security.
• Background in cyber risk management, penetration testing governance, and security certification processes.
• Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working with regulatory bodies such as NHTSA, UNECE, or European Commission on EV cybersecurity policies.
• Familiarity with EV cybersecurity threat intelligence, AI-driven risk modeling, and automotive cryptographic security.
• Hands-on experience in software supply chain security for automotive systems.

We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate.

Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.  We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences.  Or for any other reason.

Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures.  If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at recar-talent_acquisition@slate.auto or (813) 468-7257.