Andrei Pirvu
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Andrei Pirvu

Sibiu, Romania · Software Product Owner · Cybersecurity

IT professional with expertise in cybersecurity, product ownership, and software engineering in the automotive industry. Experience delivering ISO/SAE 21434‑compliant solutions for clients such as Daimler and BMW.

Software Development Agile Project Management Product Ownership Cybersecurity CI/CD Stakeholder Management
10+
Years in IT
5
Automotive projects
3
Teams led
4
Certifications

Continental – Sibiu, Romania

Software Product Owner Cybersecurity

01/02/2024 – Current
  • Lead the development and implementation of cybersecurity solutions for automotive projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations, including ISO/SAE 21434.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and execute cybersecurity strategies for high-profile clients, including Daimler and BMW.
  • Oversee the product lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment, ensuring the delivery of secure and robust systems.
  • Manage stakeholder communication and ensure alignment with customer expectations and project goals.

Build And Release Manager

03/2023 – 01/2024
  • Serve as Build and Release Manager, ensuring timely and accurate releases according to project planning and coordination with cross-functional teams.
  • Managed build, integration, and release processes in an Agile environment.
  • Implemented and optimized CI/CD pipelines, ensuring smooth and automated deployments.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to plan, test, and deliver frequent, reliable software releases while maintaining version control and handling build failures.
  • Led efforts to improve release efficiency and quality across development, staging, and production environments.

R&D SW Senior Engineer

11/2021 – 02/2023
  • Provide pre-analysis and analysis of customer complaints to development teams, integrating feedback into continuous improvements.
  • Combine analytical and design skills with software and hardware expertise to define, design, test, implement, and modify systems.

CDW UK – Rugby, United Kingdom

Projects Lead and Automation

01/2021 – 10/2021
  • Led digital display solutions projects for clients like McDonald’s, Pizza Hut, and Starbucks in partnership with Linney, configuring IT infrastructure including Kiosks, Tills, monitors, servers, and Meraki networking systems.
  • Coordinated with senior technical teams to ensure best practices and project success.

Level 2 Configuration Engineer

01/2020 – 12/2020
  • Installed and configured hardware and software for customers using scripted build documents.
  • Managed server and networking configurations, including OS and virtualization.
  • Configured datacenter equipment and imaging devices using MDT, WDS, SCCM.

Aston Martin Lagonda Ltd – Gaydon, United Kingdom

Manufacturing Operations Specialist

10/2017 – 10/2019
  • Assembled components for Aston Martin models DB11, DBS, Vantage, Rapide, and Vanquish Zagato Shooting Brake.
  • Determined vehicle specifications and assembled components accordingly.
  • Supported quality, productivity, and process improvement initiatives.

Lear Corporation – Coventry, United Kingdom

Manufacturing Engineering Technician

08/2016 – 09/2017
  • Assembled seats for Jaguar Land Rover models X760, X761, L494, L560.
  • Identified and reported product/process issues to supervisors.
  • Followed company policies and contributed to continuous improvement.
  • Performed additional duties as assigned by supervisors.

Verida Credit IFN – Bucharest, Romania

System Administrator

01/2015 – 07/2016
  • Installed and maintained IT equipment, including printers, laptops, and workstations.
  • Managed and troubleshooted internal software systems.
  • Collaborated with external suppliers to resolve operational issues.
  • Configured and managed backup/restore procedures.
  • Provided support for mobile devices and managed email systems using Microsoft Exchange Server.

Rezolv IT – Bucharest, Romania

IT Helpdesk Technician

07/2013 – 12/2014
  • Provided first-level technical support to customers.
  • Installed, configured, and troubleshooted computer hardware, software, and networks.
  • Analyzed and resolved client issues via phone, email, or on-site.
  • Managed incident tickets and maintained problem records.
  • Created help desk documentation with step-by-step instructions.