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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a highly skilled Application Security Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the security of our applications by identifying and mitigating potential vulnerabilities. This role requires a deep understanding of application security principles, as well as hands-on experience with security tools and technologies. The Application Security Engineer will work closely with development teams to integrate security into the software development lifecycle, conduct security assessments, and provide guidance on best practices. The successful candidate will have a strong background in software development, network security, and risk management. They will also be adept at communicating complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. This is a critical role that will help safeguard our applications and protect sensitive data from cyber threats. If you are passionate about application security and have a proven track record of implementing effective security measures, we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Conduct security assessments and code reviews.
- Develop and implement security policies and procedures.
- Collaborate with development teams to integrate security into the SDLC.
- Identify and mitigate application vulnerabilities.
- Perform penetration testing and vulnerability scanning.
- Monitor and respond to security incidents.
- Provide security training and awareness programs.
- Develop and maintain security documentation.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends and threats.
- Work with third-party vendors to ensure security compliance.
- Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
- Implement security tools and technologies.
- Review and approve security-related changes.
- Participate in security audits and compliance efforts.
- Develop and maintain security metrics and reports.
- Provide guidance on secure coding practices.
- Assist in the development of disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
- Collaborate with other security teams to ensure a holistic security approach.
- Conduct threat modeling and risk analysis.
- Support incident response and forensic investigations.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in application security.
- Strong understanding of security principles and best practices.
- Experience with security tools such as Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, and Nessus.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, C#, Python, or JavaScript.
- Knowledge of web application security standards (OWASP Top Ten, SANS CWE).
- Experience with secure coding practices and code review.
- Familiarity with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or OSCP are a plus.
- Experience with DevSecOps practices and tools.
- Knowledge of network security and protocols.
- Understanding of regulatory requirements (GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS).
- Experience with threat modeling and risk assessment.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Experience with incident response and forensic analysis.
- Ability to develop and deliver security training programs.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with application security assessments?
- What security tools and technologies are you most familiar with?
- How do you stay current with the latest security trends and threats?
- Can you provide an example of a security vulnerability you identified and mitigated?
- How do you approach integrating security into the software development lifecycle?
- What experience do you have with secure coding practices?
- How do you handle security incidents and what steps do you take to mitigate them?
- Can you describe a time when you had to communicate complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders?
- What certifications do you hold in the field of information security?
- How do you prioritize and manage multiple security projects?
- What experience do you have with cloud security?
- Can you describe your experience with penetration testing and vulnerability scanning?
- How do you conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies?
- What is your experience with regulatory requirements such as GDPR, HIPAA, or PCI-DSS?
- How do you ensure that third-party vendors comply with security standards?
- Can you describe your experience with incident response and forensic analysis?
- What methods do you use to develop and deliver security training programs?
- How do you collaborate with other security teams to ensure a holistic security approach?
- What experience do you have with threat modeling and risk analysis?
- How do you develop and maintain security documentation?