Common questions include: What is WP.29 and why is it critical for automotive cybersecurity and software update governance? Can you explain the key requirements of UN R155 and how a Cybersecurity Management System must operate to meet them? How does UN R156 define Software Update Management System compliance and what processes must OEMs demonstrate? What is the role of TARA in achieving WP.29 compliance and how do you ensure risks are continuously assessed across the vehicle lifecycle? How should OEMs and suppliers collaborate to maintain end to end compliance throughout development, production, and post production phases?

Technical skills include risk assessment frameworks, secure OTA protocols, incident response planning, data encryption techniques, secure V2X communication, and WP.29 regulatory knowledge. Soft skills encompass problem-solving under pressure, attention to detail for compliance audits, teamwork in cross-functional automotive teams, analytical thinking for threat modeling, and strong communication for reporting cyber risks to stakeholders.

Automotive engineering teams apply WP.29 compliance in developing secure ECUs and infotainment systems. Cybersecurity operations teams use it for threat monitoring and OTA deployments in fleet management. Compliance and regulatory affairs departments ensure type approval during vehicle certification. R&D teams integrate these skills in connected car innovations to meet global standards and enhance safety.

The report delivers detailed skill scores on risk management, secure updates, and data protection, benchmarked against industry standards. It highlights strengths like protocol expertise and weaknesses in incident response, with percentile rankings. Proctoring logs ensure integrity, while recommendations suggest training areas. Visual charts and candidate feedback enable data-driven hiring decisions for automotive cybersecurity roles.