Associate Application Security Engineer

Amiti Software Technologies; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Amiti Software Technologies is seeking an Associate Application Security Engineer to enhance its information security program. In this pivotal role within the Cyber Security Team, you will establish threat plans, collaborate with teams, and implement security solutions while leveraging your expertise in secure coding practices and vulnerability management.

Qualifications

• 4 to 5 years of IT/Security experience or a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science/ related field.
• Experience in application security and vulnerability management.

Responsibilities

• Establish threat plans and recommend security tools.
• Conduct regular security assessments and audits.
• Develop security training programs for employees.

Skills

Application security

Threat mitigation

Vulnerability management

Secure coding practices

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science

Job description

We're Looking For:
We are seeking an Associate Application Security Engineer with experience in application security and threat mitigation. You will be part of the Cyber Security Team responsible for enhancing Amitis information security program. You will be involved in establishing threat plans, recommending security tools, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement security solutions. In this role, you will have the opportunity to use your experience in secure coding practices and vulnerability management. The ideal candidate will have 4 to 5 years of IT, Security experience or a Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or related field.

You Are:

• Detail-oriented. You will evaluate and mitigate security threats to safeguard applications and
  data effectively.
• Adaptable. You will navigate technical complexities to provide tier-I support for production
  systems.
• Analytical. You will continually seek improvements in our security stack and implement
  streamlined security integration efforts.
• Collaborative. You will actively engage with diverse teams to promote a culture of security
  awareness and best practices.
• A Problem Solver. You will assess complex security challenges, identify root causes, and proper
  effective solutions.
  
  
• You Will:
• Establish threat plans and recommend security tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement security solutions.
• Review and consult on secure coding flaws.
• Conduct regular security assessments and audits to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Develop and deliver comprehensive security training programs for employees to enhance their understanding of potential threats and preventive measures.
  
  
• Who You Will Work With:
  Reporting to the Office of the CISO, this role will collaborate with development teams, management, and other cybersecurity professionals on a regular basis.
  Other key interactions/exposure: Regulatory bodies, internal standards committees.
  
  
• Must Haves:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/ related field or 4 to 5 years of IT/ Security experience
• Experience in application security, vulnerability management, and secure coding practices.
  
  
• Nice to Have’s:
• Security certifications (CISSP, OSCP, etc.)
• Volunteer work in the open source/OWASP and/or local IT/InfoSec community.