Senior Engineer - Application Security (REMOTE)

GEICO is seeking a Senior Engineer - Application Security to provide enterprise support for application security in our hybrid, multi-cloud environments. The Application Security Engineer proactively and holistically leads and supports Application Security activities that guide the design, development and security of code and code repositories for cloud-hosted and open-source applications. Solutions include CICD integrations, SAST, DAST, IAST, SCA, secure cloud platform engineering, automated threat modeling.

The Senior Engineer - Application Security provides the necessary technical skills, analysis and design tasks related to support the development of secure applications that meet business solution needs and aligns with the organization's architectural governance and standards. The Senior Engineer assist with creation of deliverables for managing the organization's portfolio of "to be" and "as is" cloud application security capabilities - including systems (applications, processes, information, and technology), shared infrastructure services, and shared application services and components to enable and drive targeted business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct security assessments of our applications and open-source software

• Develop and implement security policies and procedures.

• Identify and mitigate security risks.

• Collaborate with development teams to ensure secure coding practices are followed.

• Stay up to date with the latest security threats and trends.

• Participate in incident response and vulnerability remediation efforts.

• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.

• Hands on experience in application and product security tooling and technology like SAST, DAST, SCA, API, container security, and cloud security posture management

• Support Developers and Testers in security activities during product lifecycle such as secure design reviews/threat modeling, security code reviews, security test planning, and security code hardening, to help identify potential vulnerabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

• 5+ years of experience in application and open-source security

• 2+ years of experience working with CICD integrations for Static/Dynamic/Interactive Security Testing, Software Composition Analysis for web and mobile applications

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or C++

• Experience with security tools such as vulnerability scanners, penetration testing tools, and SIEM systems

• Knowledge of web application security, network security, and cloud security

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

• Understanding of threats, threat modeling, and the applicability to our business systems

• Knowledge of various development languages like .NET, Java, Python, JavaScript

• Knowledge of various managed and database technologies like Cosmos, SQL, MySQL, MongoDB

• Excellent understanding and knowledge of application development life cycle methodologies such as waterfall, spiral, agile software development, rapid prototyping, incremental, synchronize and stabilize, and DevOps

• Familiar with strategic and emerging security / cloud / application security trends, and the practical application of existing and emerging technologies to new and evolving business and operating models.

• Understanding and applied use of OWASP Top 10, NIST CSF, PCI-DSS, etc.

Benefits:

At GEICO, we make sure you have the support and resources to leverage and develop your skills, secure your financial future, and take care of your health and well-being. GEICO continually seeks to provide a workplace where everyone can be their authentic self. To help achieve this goal, we support associate-led Employee Resource Groups that foster a true sense of community. Through GEICO's competitive benefits offerings and various training and development opportunities, we have you covered with our* that includes:

• Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period**

• Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave

• 401(k) Plan

• Tuition Assistance including Direct Billing and Reimbursement payment plan options

• Paid Training, Licensures and Certificates

*Benefits may be different by location. Benefit eligibility requirements vary and may include length of service.

**Coverage begins on the date of hire. Must enroll in New Hire Benefits within 30 days of the date of hire coverage to take effect.

GEICO is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to cultivating an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO celebrates diversity and believes it is critical to our success. As such, we are committed to recruit, develop and retain the most talented individuals to join our team.

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Annual Salary

The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate's work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.