IT Services- Architecture Consultant- Senior Associate (US Remote)

PwC - Global; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Remote; USD 120,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global firm is seeking a cybersecurity professional to provide security services and collaborate with development teams. This role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, along with opportunities for career advancement in a dynamic work environment focused on innovation and security. Candidates should possess a strong understanding of application security and relevant experience in software development.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, and vision coverage

Annual discretionary bonuses

Potential for career advancement and skill development

Engaging work environment focused on innovation

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in software development or application security.
• Strong understanding of application security vulnerabilities.
• Knowledge of OWASP Top 10 and mitigation processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide security services including code scanning and penetration testing.
• Collaborate to design secure applications and technologies.
• Analyze vulnerabilities and execute mitigation strategies.

Skills

Application Security

Communication

Collaboration

Cybersecurity

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology

Tools

Metasploit

Burp Suite

Jenkins

Job description

Employer Industry: Cybersecurity Services

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Salary up to $162,500
- Opportunity for annual discretionary bonuses
- Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, and vision coverage, mental health support, and a retirement savings plan with company match
- Potential for career advancement and skill development within a global cybersecurity function
- Engaging work environment focused on innovation and collaboration
- Chance to contribute to a mission that protects a vast network of firms and clients worldwide

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Provide security services to development teams, including code scanning, readiness testing, and penetration testing
- Use a risk-based methodology to engage early in the software development lifecycle
- Collaborate with teams to design and build secure applications and security technologies
- Analyze application security vulnerabilities and execute mitigation strategies
- Uphold professional and technical standards in line with organizational guidelines

What is Required (Qualifications):
- High School Diploma required; Bachelor’s degree preferred in Information Technology, Computer Systems Analysis, or related fields
- 1-3 years of experience in a software development field such as Software Development, Application Security Engineering, or Cloud Infrastructure
- Strong understanding of application architectural patterns and security solutions
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to present to senior leadership
- Knowledge of the OWASP Top 10 and application security vulnerability mitigation processes

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies and Continuous Integration/Delivery practices
- Experience with cloud architecture and services like Azure, AWS, or GCP
- Knowledge of tools such as Metasploit, Burp Suite, and Jenkins
- Understanding of Test-Driven Development and User Stories
- Passion for cybersecurity and innovative security technology solutions

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