Functional Safety and Cybersecurity Compliance for Automotive Engineering

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Apply functional safety and cybersecurity frameworks to ensure safe and secure vehicle systems

By HUKSA

Last updated May 19, 2026

This training program on functional safety and cybersecurity compliance is designed for engineering professionals in the automotive sector. It addresses the growing challenge of ensuring vehicle safety and protecting connected automotive systems from cyber threats that impact regulatory compliance and product reliability. Participants will gain the ability to apply ISO 26262 and ISO/SAE 21434 frameworks across the automotive development lifecycle. The program uses case studies, system-level analysis, and practical compliance simulations to ensure practical application.

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Evolution of vehicle electronics and connected vehicle ecosystems

Importance of functional safety and cybersecurity in modern vehicles

Overview of ISO 26262 and ISO/SAE 21434 standards

Relationship between safety engineering and cybersecurity engineering

Key terminology: safety goals, hazards, threats, vulnerabilities, risk levels

Case study: System failures and cyber incidents affecting automotive products

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Structure and lifecycle of ISO 26262 functional safety standard

Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessment (HARA)

Automotive Safety Integrity Levels (ASIL classification)

Safety goals, safety requirements, and system architecture design

Functional safety integration across system, hardware, and software development

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Cybersecurity lifecycle in automotive product development

Threat Analysis and Risk Assessment (TARA) methodology

Cybersecurity goals and requirements engineering

Secure architecture design for connected vehicle systems

Cybersecurity validation and verification processes

Example: Securing vehicle communication networks and electronic control units

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Interaction between functional safety and cybersecurity requirements

Safety of the intended functionality and secure system architecture

Managing trade-offs between safety performance and cybersecurity controls

Integration across vehicle development phases from concept to production

Coordination between engineering, quality, and compliance teams

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Safety verification and validation activities under ISO 26262

Cybersecurity testing methods including vulnerability testing and penetration testing

Documentation and evidence required for certification and regulatory approval

Managing safety and cybersecurity compliance during production and field operations

Case study: Compliance strategy for advanced driver assistance systems and connected vehicles

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Establishing functional safety management and cybersecurity governance structures

Roles and responsibilities across engineering teams and suppliers

Monitoring cybersecurity incidents in connected vehicles

Emerging challenges in electric vehicles, autonomous driving systems, and software-defined vehicles

Simulation exercise: Designing a safety and cybersecurity compliance roadmap for a new vehicle platform

Meet Your Instructor

Deep-domain, High Precision L&D - delivered directly by Renowned Industry Practitioners HUKSA

244 Course

235 Student

Offered by Huksa, this L&D program is led by elite industry veterans—CXOs and Functional Heads with 25+ years of deep-domain expertise. You have the flexibility to customize the curriculum, select your preferred expert, and align the program to your organization’s specific objectives. Connect with the Huksa team to explore our array of top-tier trainers available for this course!