Werkstudent supporting information security management and business continuity projects for Syneco's energy operations. Engaging in the development and upkeep of management systems and reporting tools.
About the role
- Application Security Specialist securing Vanguard's investment-management software; implement SAST/DAST, API and CI/CD security, and train developers.
Responsibilities
- Utilize application development, deployment, and security experience to guide Application Security strategy and secure the SDLC
- Utilize current and emerging security technologies to identify, assess, and remediate application vulnerabilities (SAST, SCA, IAST, DAST, Containers, etc.)
- Configure and onboard teams to dynamic scanning tools across CI/CD environments, including authentication and integration of DAST scanners
- Design, implement, and continuously refine API security requirements and architecture patterns
- Ensure proper implementation, coverage, and function of application security solutions
- Develop and implement strategies to secure cloud, containers, serverless, mobile, and AI/ML technologies
- Conduct in-depth analysis of vulnerabilities in software and application deployment processes and implement remediation measures
- Identify and execute opportunities to automate Application Security processes
- Gather and report metrics from application security solutions to inform program maturity
- Collaborate with developer community to enhance remediation experience and provide secure coding guidance
- Provide guidance and training to development and cloud engineering teams on secure coding and deployment best practices
- Stay up to date on application security practices and maintain documentation
- Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Undergraduate degree in a related field or equivalent combination of training and experience
- Strong experience deploying and operating DAST tools, including managing team onboarding, authentication setup, and CI/CD integration
- Experience with other application security tools (SAST, SCA, IAST, RASP, etc.)
- Strong knowledge of application development, build, and deployment processes (IDEs, repositories, branching, pipelines, cloud, containers, serverless, etc.)
- Familiarity with industry standards such as NIST, OWASP, and MITRE
- Relevant certifications in application development, security, application security, DevSecOps, or cloud are a plus
- Experience designing and implementing API security requirements and architecture patterns
- Experience securing cloud, containers, serverless, mobile, and AI/ML technologies
- Ability to analyze vulnerabilities and propose/implement remediation measures
- Ability to automate Application Security processes and gather/report metrics
- Ability to provide guidance and training to development and cloud engineering teams
- Authorization to work without visa sponsorship (Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position)
Benefits
- Hybrid working model for the majority of crew members (enhanced flexibility and in-person collaboration)
- Opportunities for in-person learning and collaboration
- Professional development and educational opportunities
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