RASHMI PATIL - Automotive Cyber Security Engineer - CONTINENTAL AUTOMOTIVE

Summary

Results-driven automotive cybersecurity engineer with 4+ years of experience in developing and testing secure ECU software. Specializes in Ethernet firewall configuration and vehicle network protection for Zone Controller ECUs. Proven track record in designing and implementing security features such as MACsec, stateless and stateful firewalls, access control lists (ACLs), and secure feature activation. Proficient in in-vehicle communication protocol development and validation, including CAN, LIN, SOME/IP, and DoIP. Strong background in network traffic analysis, secure diagnostics, and threat analysis and risk assessment (TARA). Skilled at testing and debugging using industry-leading tools (Tresos, Wireshark, CANoe, Trace32) to ensure compliance with ISO 21434 and ISO 26262 standards. Committed to integrating robust cybersecurity practices throughout the automotive software lifecycle and driving innovation in secure, connected mobility.

Overview

7

years of professional experience

2029

years of post-secondary education

4

Certifications

Work History

TECHNICAL SPECIALIST CYBERSECURITY

CONTINENTAL AUTOMOTIVE

11.2020 - Current

Spearheaded cybersecurity software development for AUTOSAR-based Zone Controller ECUs, integrating and testing Ethernet Firewall, Macsec & ACL configurations.
SW testing of Secure Boot & Cryptographic Key Management, ensuring robust security protocols.
Configured AUTOSAR Stack including DEM, DCM secure diagnostics (UDS, DoIP), enhancing system reliability.
Conducted comprehensive security testing (fuzz testing, penetration testing, static code analysis) to ensure compliance with ISO 21434.
Utilized Vector CANoe, Tresos Studio, and AUTOSAR Builder for precise ECU configuration.
Mapped cybersecurity requirements in DOORS, ensuring traceability in ASPICE, streamlining project workflows.
Key Achievement: Successfully transitioned ownership of zone controller ECU security features from the Singapore location to India. Independently planned and executed all related activities, including setting up the complete test bench infrastructure in India. Conducted comprehensive Knowledge Transfer (KT) sessions to team members, ensuring smooth handover, skill development, and seamless continuation of work.

AUTOMATION TEST ENGINEER

KPIT TECHNOLOGIES

08.2018 - 10.2020

Tested functional features in Head-Up Displays ensuring seamless integration and functionality of complex systems.
Validated advanced ADAS features such as Lane Keeping System, Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), and Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR), utilizing Frame Grabber and Camera Solutions in the KITE platform.
Analyzed overnight image-based test execution reports, identifying key issues and creating independent test packages to automate the overnight test script executions.
Analyzed requirements and developed both automation test scripts and manual test plans for critical ADAS functionalities, including ACC Interface, Traffic Sign Recognition, Highway Assist, Blind Spot Detection, and more.
Developed comprehensive test plans and scripts based on customer specifications, ensuring zero defects were leaked during the testing process.

Education

B.E - Electrical & Electronics

KLS Gogte Institute of Technology

01.2014 - 12.2018

M.Tech - Automotive Electronics

BITS Pilani

10-2025

Skills

AUTOSAR Modules: DEM, DCM, Crypto Stack, Secure Boot, SecOC, Communication Stack, Multicore Autosar connections and design

Cybersecurity Features: MACsec, IPSec, Stateless Firewall, ACLs, Secure Diagnostics (UDS 0x29), Secure Feature Activation

Automotive Ethernet: SOME/IP, DoIP, VLAN, IP filtering, Creation of whitelist

Security Testing & Compliance: TARA, SW testing , System testing, Security Log Analysis, Problem Report analysis and fixes, Root cause analysis , Fault tree analysis

Standards & Regulations: ISO 21434, ISO 26262

Tools & Debugging: EB Tresos, Canoe (with Ethernet), Trace32 (flashing of traveo controller), Wireshark, VS Code, Git version control

Protocols: CAN, LIN, Ethernet, SOME/IP, DoIP, UDS, Diagnostic over IP

Programming & Scripting: Embedded C (BSW & Application), Python (Security Automation – basics) , Autosar Configuration , 3rd party SW integration

Platforms & Automation: VS Code, GitHub, CI/CD Integration for Embedded Projects

Instrument Cluster: Development and testing (for 3 years)

Soft Skills: Strong documentation, stakeholder collaboration, issue resolution, and ownership mindset in cross-functional environments

Certification

ISO 21434 Automotive Cybersecurity Engineering

Accomplishments

Winner Continental CTF (Capture the Flag) Cybersecurity Competition
Conducted 5+ internal training sessions on AUTOSAR Security

Timeline