UNECE R155 Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used UNECE R155
Kartheek Kumar Kothapalli
Last position:
Advisor & Investor (Limited Partner) at Destrosolutions
- Advised the executive team on the strategy, architecture, and development of an AI-powered Product Security Operations Center (PSOC); a cybersecurity operating system for software-defined cyber physical connected systems.
- Provided strategic guidance on product vision, regulatory alignment, and market positioning, supporting capabilities across threat intelligence, vulnerability management, compliance automation, and autonomous product security.
Parthiban Mohanraj
Last position:
Quality Assurance Engineer at Hanon Systems GmbH
Define the QA strategy and plan for the above mentioned OEMs project.
Identify applicable processes, methods, and standards to be followed (eg, GS_95014, KGAS, ISO/IEC 15504, ISO 26262, ISO 21434, etc.).
Plan reviews, audits, and assessments as per the strategy.
Check whether the project follows defined processes (System, software, mechanical, hardware, testing, change, configuration, problem, risk etc.) as per strategy.
Provide QA support to software process: software requirement analysis, software architectural design, software detailed design and unit construction, software unit verification, software component verification and integration verification, software verification processes.
Monitor compliance with organization-wide and project-specific standards.
Verify that deviations are documented and escalated.
Review work products (requirements, design docs, test cases, code, reports (MISRA, C0, C1, coding standards), etc.).
Check compliance with standards, templates, and checklists.
Ensure that bi-directional traceability exists (e.g., requirements ↔ design ↔ tests).
Give objective evidence (not influenced by delivery pressure) during assessments.
Identify non-conformances (process not followed, missing approvals, wrong standard).
Report deviations and track them until closure.
Verify that corrective actions are implemented (5why, Ishikawa, 8D, FMEA, FTA, DFM, DRP, PCC, LLBP, PDCA).
Provide QA status reports to management and project stakeholders.
Highlight risks related to process non-compliance.
Deliver objective evidence for assessments/audits (e.g., ASPICE, ISO/IEC 15504, ISO 26262, ISO 21434, ISO_PAS_8800).
Collect and analyze QA findings.
Suggest process improvements.
Support lessons learned activities.
Achieved ASPICE Level 1 and Level 2 for multiple Audi and Mercedes-Benz projects assessments.
Shaffi Shaik
Last position:
Software Architect at Volkswagen AG
- Designed architecture for new service components Fleet Data Management and other remote services.
- Created UML, SAD, SDS, and ADR documentation capturing design decisions, traceability, and variant handling.
- Ensured ASPICE SWE.1/SWE.2 compliance through architecture governance and consistent work-product alignment.
- Participated in architecture reviews, interface definitions, effort estimations, and technical alignment discussions.
- Collaborated with cybersecurity, backend, and compliance teams to ensure alignment with ISO 21434 and ASPICE standards.
Thomas Kupfer
Last position:
Consultant/Coach Risk Management, Automotive SPICE, Functional Safety, Automotive Security, Processes at Tier-1 Automotive Supplier
- Establishing a risk management framework
- Consolidating management systems (UMS/QMS/EMS/TISAX) including integrating automotive processes (A-SPICE, functional safety, automotive cybersecurity)
- Planning the necessary approach for implementing Automotive SPICE
- Designing strategies for processes: SYS.1-5, MAN.3, SUP.1, SUP.8-10, ACQ.4, SWE.1-4
- Process analysis and design for SYS.1-5, MAN.3, SUP.1, SUP.8, SUP.9, SUP.10, ACQ.4
Joachim Fox
Last position:
Director System Safety & Product Cybersecurity/Product Governance, Global R&D at ZF
- Lead global safety and cybersecurity strategy for ZF’s full product portfolio, including audits, assessments, release recommendations, processes, field monitoring, and incident response.
- Serve as Governance, Risk & Compliance manager for ZF’s R&D.
- Since January 1, 2025, took on additional responsibilities in AI, data privacy, and Automotive SPICE.
- Pioneered a data-based safety and security culture powered by a company-wide digital platform and currently integrating agentic AI for continuous compliance measurement and incident response.
- Oversee a team of approximately 50 employees across 10 global locations; oversee safety and cybersecurity for hundreds of product developments and over 5000 system and software engineers impacting all ZF product lines.
Valon Jashari
Last position:
Cybersecurity and Data Scientist Engineer at Freelancer
- Cyber Security (IT, OT, Ethical Hacking & Pen Testing)
- Data Science (Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Data Engineer and Data Analytics)
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Statistics of experts using UNECE R155
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
18 years
Position duration
3 years
Positions per freelancer
9
Top business areas
Information Technology, Product Development, Quality Assurance
Top industries
Automotive, Information Technology, Manufacturing
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Quality Assurance, Project Management
Bachelor's degree or higher
100%
Master's degree or higher
50%
Doctorate
17%
Certifications per freelancer
7
Most common languages
German, English, Telugu
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 30 Aug 2026.
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Average rates of experts in Germany using UNECE R155
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About the technology
What R155 covers
UNECE R155 is the UN vehicle cybersecurity regulation for connected and software-driven vehicles. It is also searched as UN R155 or UNECE Regulation No. 155. Companies use it to organize cybersecurity management, document risks, and support approval work across vehicle programs.
Where it matters
- Cybersecurity management system setup
- Vehicle risk analysis and threat tracking
- Supplier security requirements and evidence
- Type approval preparation and audits
It matters in automotive and mobility programs that ship connected functions, software updates, telematics, and cloud-linked services.
Skills that count
Strong professionals know the regulation text and how it connects to engineering work. They can translate compliance needs into practical tasks for security, software, validation, and supplier teams. Familiarity with CSMS, TARA, and audit evidence is central.
Common deliverables
- Compliance gap assessments
- CSMS documentation and process design
- Threat analysis support and mitigation tracking
- Supplier questionnaires and evidence packs
- Review support for technical approval files
These deliverables help teams move from policy language to usable project artifacts.
Why companies bring in freelancers
Companies often need help when a launch is close, a supplier answer is unclear, or internal teams need extra capacity for a compliance review. Freelance experts are useful for short assessments, document cleanup, workshop facilitation, and cross-team coordination. In Germany, they often work with product, legal, and engineering teams in English and German.
What good expertise looks like
A strong specialist is precise with terminology and practical about implementation. They understand how UNECE R155 interacts with other vehicle cybersecurity work, especially UN R156, ISO/SAE 21434, and internal security processes. They produce clear evidence, not vague advice, and can work remotely or on site when a program needs close collaboration.
Frequently asked questions
Need clarity? These are the questions we hear most often about UNECE R155.
UNECE R155 is used to show that a vehicle program has a structured approach to cybersecurity. It covers management processes, risk handling, supplier control, and the evidence needed for approval work. In practice, companies use it to make sure connected vehicle functions are reviewed and documented in a consistent way.
Yes. UN R155 is a common shorthand for UNECE Regulation No. 155, and people also say UNECE R155 or WP.29 R155. All of these usually point to the same vehicle cybersecurity regulation and the work around a cybersecurity management system.
UNECE R155 is a regulation, while ISO/SAE 21434 is a standard for automotive cybersecurity engineering. Many companies use both together: the standard helps shape the engineering process, and the regulation sets the approval-facing requirements. A good specialist can work across both without mixing up their roles.
A strong UNECE R155 specialist usually also knows CSMS design, threat analysis, supplier management, and audit evidence handling. Knowledge of software update processes, vehicle E/E architecture, and technical documentation is often important too. If the work touches approval, understanding of compliance workflows matters as well.
UNECE R155 work can start with a focused gap review or grow into a broader program support role. For a small assessment, a freelancer may only need current process documents and target vehicle scope. For a larger rollout, they need access to product, security, and supplier stakeholders.
Many UNECE R155 tasks can be done remotely, especially document reviews, interviews, workshop preparation, and evidence cleanup. On-site time helps when teams need close alignment with engineering, legal, or approval staff. In Germany, hybrid work is common for this kind of specialist support.
Look for someone who can explain UNECE R155 in plain language and turn it into concrete deliverables. Good signs are clear gap findings, structured evidence, and a practical view of supplier and approval work. Weak candidates talk only about the regulation and cannot show how they used it in real vehicle programs.
UNECE R155 is often discussed alongside UN R156 and ISO/SAE 21434. R156 covers software updates, so it is related but not the same. If a freelancer understands how these pieces fit together, they can support a more complete vehicle cybersecurity setup.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used UNECE R155 in their recent projects is 109 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 876 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used UNECE R155 in their recent projects, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 50% hold at least a Master's degree, and 17% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used UNECE R155 in their recent projects have 18 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used UNECE R155 in their recent projects are German (100%), English (83%), and Telugu (33%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used UNECE R155 in their recent projects are Automotive (100%), Information Technology (67%), and Manufacturing (33%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used UNECE R155 in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Product Development (100%), and Quality Assurance (100%).
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