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We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Software Security Engineer to join our team. As a Software Security Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the security and integrity of our software applications and systems. You will work closely with our development and IT teams to identify and address potential security vulnerabilities, implement secure coding practices, and develop robust security measures to protect against cyber threats. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in software security, a deep understanding of secure coding practices, and a passion for staying ahead of emerging security risks.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the software development team to conduct security assessments, code reviews, and threat modeling to identify potential security vulnerabilities in applications and systems.
• Develop and implement secure coding practices and guidelines to ensure that all software development follows industry best practices for security.
• Participate in the design and architecture of secure software systems, ensuring security is embedded into the development life cycle.
• Conduct regular security testing and penetration testing to identify and remediate security weaknesses in software applications and infrastructure.
• Monitor and analyze security logs and event data to detect and respond to security incidents in a timely manner.
• Implement and maintain security tools and solutions to proactively protect against cyber threats, including intrusion detection systems and web application firewalls.
• Collaborate with the IT team to implement and manage security measures for networks, servers, and cloud environments.

Preferred Skills::

• Experience with security-related tools and solutions, including intrusion detection/prevention systems, identity and access management, and encryption technologies.
• Knowledge of cloud security best practices and experience with cloud security tools and platforms.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills to assess and address complex security challenges.
• Effective communication skills to convey security concepts and findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field. Advanced degrees or relevant certifications are a plus.
• Proven experience as a Software Security Engineer or in a similar role, with a track record of identifying and resolving security issues in software applications and systems.
• In-depth knowledge of software security principles, secure coding practices, and common security vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP Top Ten).
• Hands-on experience with security testing tools and methodologies, such as static code analysis, dynamic application security testing (DAST), and penetration testing.
• Familiarity with secure coding languages and frameworks, such as Java, C#, Python, and ASP.NET.
• Strong understanding of network protocols, firewall configurations, and secure network design principles.
• Experience with security-related tools and solutions, including intrusion detection/prevention systems, identity and access management, and encryption technologies.
• Knowledge of cloud security best practices and experience with cloud security tools and platforms.