Advanced Specialist - Cybersecurity Incident & Vulnerability

A Career at HARMAN

As a technology leader that is rapidly on the move, HARMAN is filled with people who are focused on making life better. Innovation, inclusivity and teamwork are a part of our DNA. When you add that to the challenges we take on and solve together, you’ll discover that at HARMAN you can grow, make a difference and be proud of the work you do every day.

Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Automotive

We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. At HARMAN Automotive, we give you the keys to fast-track your career.

• Engineer audio systems and integrated technology platforms that augment the driving experience
• Combine ingenuity, in-depth research, and a spirit of collaboration with design and engineering excellence
• Advance in-vehicle infotainment, safety, efficiency, and enjoyment

About the Role

Vulnerability and Incident Management Specialists represent HARMAN’s commitment to detecting and remediating cybersecurity issues in its products. Reporting to the Manager of the Product Security Incident Response Team (PSIRT), this role collaborates closely with IT Security, product development and maintenance teams, cybersecurity authorities, and industry groups to drive HARMAN’s response to cybersecurity incidents and threats.

This role continuously adapts and adopts new tools, processes, and solutions to keep users and products safe. If you are passionate about solving interdisciplinary problems while working with renowned brands such as JBL, Mark Levinson, Harman Kardon, and AKG, we would like to hear from you.

What You Will Do

• Collaborate closely with IT Security, global vulnerability and incident management, and product development and maintenance teams to resolve vulnerabilities and incidents related to HARMAN products
• Drive communication and coordination related to incidents with third parties, including OEMs, suppliers, and numbering authorities
• Produce security advisories, bulletins, and reports related to vulnerabilities and incidents
• Support the adoption and adaptation of tools and processes
• Continuously improve ways of working across threat intelligence, vulnerability analysis, and incident response
• Act as a process and technology advisor during incident and vulnerability responses to support informed decision‑making
• Mentor junior team members
• Support the PSIRT Manager in ensuring the day‑to‑day operations of the team
• Champion team and organizational cultural values

What You Need to Be Successful

• 5+ years of relevant technical experience in a cybersecurity role
• Ability to work effectively in time‑sensitive situations while demonstrating integrity and professionalism
• Strong ability to influence without authority and foster collaboration
• Experience in IT, embedded systems, threat intelligence, or cybersecurity
• Experience in OT/ICS, embedded, or product‑focused cybersecurity environments
• Excellent working knowledge of cybersecurity standards, risks, and mitigation strategies
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Solid fundamentals in incident management and operational processes
• Demonstrated contributions to team culture, process improvement, and knowledge‑sharing initiatives
• Ability to self‑organize tasks while guiding or coordinating work for junior team members
• Proficiency in scripting languages, low‑code environments, or technical tooling configuration

Bonus Points If You Have

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant technical field
• SANS GIAC certifications in cybersecurity, especially Incident Handler certifications, or equivalent
• Risk management knowledge and experience
• Proficiency in English
• Knowledge of predictive and agile project management methodologies
• Conversational and/or technical proficiency in German
• Active participation in conferences, consortiums, or Capture the Flag (CTF) events
• Knowledge of CSIRT, PSIRT, or FIRST norms and ways of working
• A portfolio of prior cybersecurity work or relevant publications and presentations

What Makes You Eligible

• Willingness to travel up to 5%, domestically and/or internationally, as required by client engagements
• Willingness to work from the Bangalore office

What We Offer

• HARMAN FlexConnect Program, offering a flexible hybrid work environment that fosters stronger collaboration, meaningful connections, and innovation through a minimum of three in-office days per week.

• Access to employee discounts on world-class HARMAN and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.)
• Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University
• Competitive wellness benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development

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HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.