Cybersecurity Applications Engineer, Tesla Energy

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Cybersecurity Engineer to join our Tesla Energy Applications team. As a Cybersecurity Application Engineer, you will be responsible for development, testing and validation of Cybersecurity features into Tesla Energy projects including utility-scale battery power plants. As a key technical member of the cross-functional Applications Engineering team within the Energy Projects group, you will be integral to Tesla's mission of accelerating the world's transition to sustainable energy.

Responsibilities

• Support development of cybersecurity solutions that comply with applicable global standards such as NERC-CIP (North America), Australian Security of Critical Infrastructure (SOCI) Act, UK G99 (Europe)
• Support Tesla Energy's cybersecurity compliance efforts, including maintaining SOC 2 Type 2 certification, IEC 62443, and UL2941

• Facilitate implementation of cybersecurity measures required for critical infrastructure telemetry and remote access

• Develop and deploy monitoring tools and dashboards to enhance cybersecurity features and service efficiency for complex utility-scale battery projects

• Support Tesla Energy's vulnerability management including patch identification, testing and remediation plans

• Assess new cybersecurity requirements for Tesla Energy projects in contracting/ negotiation phase

• Support sales and sales engineering teams in distinguishing between regulatory and customer-specific requirements

• Support new Tesla Energy software features by writing specifications and test plans, assisting development and test efforts, managing deployment, and documenting new capabilities

• Provide technical support both internally and externally with customers throughout the sales and deployment of Tesla products into new and complex applications

• Work with cross functional internal teams and external parties to audit practices and implement improvements identified

Requirements

• Degree in relevant Engineering discipline with 3+ years' work experience, or equivalent

• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity of industrial control systems. Familiar with relevant Energy industry standards such as NERC-CIP

• Strong understanding of Energy systems including devices such as meters, inverters, SCADA controllers, and network systems

• Skilled with automation and programming languages like Python, C, C++, RUST, GO etc.

• Strong understanding of controls and communication protocols such as Modbus, DNP3, IEC 61850, etc.

• Hands-on experience in implementing communication networks for critical infrastructure including multi-layer network architecture

• Networking related certifications (CCNA, CCNP, etc) are a plus

• Experience with implementing industry standard cyber security requirements: DMZ, jump/ proxy servers, firewall rules, etc.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

• Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a team

Compensation and Benefits
Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
• Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
• Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• LGBTQ+ care concierge services
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
• Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
• Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
• Tesla Babies program
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts and perks program
Expected Compensation

$128,000 - $282,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

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