About The Project The automotive industry is entering a new era defined by connectivity and autonomous driving. Modern vehicles rely on highly interconnected electronic systems where software drives functionalities.

This growing connectivity creates new attack surfaces that must be identified, assessed and mitigated before they can be exploited. To address this challenge, we are launching an ambitious PhD project focused on developing an advanced AI‑assisted offensive security framework tailored specifically to the complexity of automotive electronic architectures.

PhD Project Objectives

Simulating complex cyberattack scenarios

Anticipating emerging threats

Automating and scaling penetration testing

Enhancing proactive security in automotive systems The project contributes to improving:

Vehicle safety and user data protection

Regulatory compliance (e.g. UNECE cybersecurity standards)

Internal cybersecurity capabilities

What We Offer

Possibility to carry out a strategic and research project

Access to a leading company in the automotive sector

Be part of the Doctorate collective of the company

Full‑time 8:00h-16.35h (adaptable schedule)

Temporary contract for 3 years

Required Qualifications





Degree in Computer Engineering, Telecommunications or Artificial Intelligence and Master’s degree in Cybersecurity

Average score higher than 6.5

Advanced Spanish and English

Valuable Experience

Penetration testing methodologies

Vulnerability assessment and threat analysis

Cybersecurity risk methodologies

Key Competencies

Analytical and critical thinking

Strong research mindset

Problem‑solving skills

Autonomy and responsibility

Ability to explain technical concepts clearly

Equality and Diversity At SEAT, we firmly believe in the power of diversity and inclusion as fundamental pillars of our culture, where everyone can be authentically free and freely authentic. We work with passion to create an environment in which every voice is heard and valued, ensuring equal opportunities for all people, regardless of sexual characteristics, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, cultural identity, age, beliefs, or any other form of diversity.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is a priority that we hold ourselves accountable for every single day.

📌 PhD: "AI for Automotive Cybersecurity" (Madrid)
🏢 Seat, S. A.
📍 Madrid