Automotive security concept development

Build secure-by-design vehicles from day one. DNV supports automotive security concept development aligned with ISO/SAE 21434 and UNECE R155.

Automotive security concept development

Challenges in automotive security 

As vehicles become more software-defined and connected, cybersecurity cannot be an afterthought. OEMs must embed security into the design phase to meet rising regulatory expectations and avoid costly redesigns. Security concept development is a critical step to ensure system architecture, components, and data flows are resilient to evolving threats. 

How our automotive security services support you  

DNV’s Security concept development service supports automotive organizations in designing secure systems aligned with ISO/SAE 21434 and UNECE R155. We help define system boundaries, identify assets and communication paths, allocate cybersecurity goals, and ensure traceability from concept through integration. This service forms the foundation for safe, secure, and compliant product development. 

What sets our automotive approach apart

Security-by-design integration

Security-by-design integration from concept phase

Compliance alignment

Compliance alignment with ISO/SAE 21434 and UNECE R155

Clear cybersecurity goals & boundaries

Cybersecurity goal definition and system boundary analysis

Software expertise

Expertise in embedded systems, software, and architecture

Secure development processes

Frameworks for secure development processes and documentation

Trusted experts in automotive 

DNV is a recognized authority in cybersecurity assurance and automotive engineering.

Our approach bridges the gap between cybersecurity theory and real-world vehicle design, enabling efficient collaboration between development, compliance, and security teams. 

Benefits of our automotive security services 

  • Reduced risk of late-stage security gaps. 
  • Stronger cybersecurity posture across the lifecycle. 
  • Clear traceability from concept to implementation. 
  • Improved design confidence and stakeholder alignment. 
  • Faster time-to-compliance with security regulations. 

Contact DNV to discuss your automotive security strategy

Design security into your vehicles from day one. DNV’s security concept development services help you define system boundaries, align with ISO/SAE 21434 and UNECE R155, and translate cybersecurity goals into practical architecture and design decisions.

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Yoshihiko Takagi

Yoshihiko Takagi

Head of Section, Cybersecurity, Japan