IoT and Vehicle Cyber Security Volunteer– National
This role focuses on assessing risks associated with smart home ecosystems, trackers, cameras, voice assistants, and connected vehicles.
Responsibilities include:
- Remotely (and where safe, in-person) assessing smart home devices, trackers, cameras, voice assistants and vehicle systems for misuse risk
- Identifying indicators of monitoring, account compromise, or unauthorised access
- Reviewing IoT and vehicle account settings, access controls, and linked applications for security and privacy risks
- Avoiding actions that may alert perpetrators prior to safe intervention
- Translating findings into clear, practical and non-alarming guidance
- Supporting survivor-led decision-making by presenting options
- Identifying and escalating high-risk scenarios in line with organisational protocols
- Contributing to the development of safe, repeatable workflows and playbooks
- Participating in peer review processes to ensure quality, safety, and consistency
This role conducts assessments of smart home technologies, trackers, connected devices, and vehicle systems to identify risks relating to monitoring, unauthorised access, and technology-facilitated abuse. Volunteers provide practical, survivor-led guidance and contribute to safe, ethical assessment practices within strict safeguarding protocols.
Who this role is for
This role is suited to individuals with experience in cybersecurity, IoT security, connected technologies, vehicle systems, or related technical fields who are comfortable applying their skills within strict ethical and safeguarding frameworks. You will be someone who:
- Understands the risks and limitations of connected technologies and smart ecosystems
- Exercises careful judgement in high-risk scenarios
- Can balance technical capability with survivor-centred practice
- Is motivated to apply skills to protect others
Time Commitment
This role is flexible. Volunteers can contribute as much or as little time as their capacity allows.
As a guide, many volunteers contribute between 2–10 hours per week. However, this may vary depending on individual availability, technical domain, and the type of work undertaken. Volunteers are encouraged to select a level of engagement that is sustainable and appropriate for them.
How to Apply
Interested applicants are invited to submit a brief Expression of Interest via the online form on our website or directly to our inbox: volunteers@digitalresilienceproject.org. All applications will be subject to background checks, referee checks, and an interview.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an informal discussion prior to appointment.
