What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Application Security Engineer position at Cox Automotive?
Join our team as a Senior Application Security Engineer, where your expertise will play a pivotal role in safeguarding our software development processes. In this position, you will evaluate secure coding practices for both custom and third-party software, assess container images, and conduct both manual and automated dynamic application security tests.
Utilizing your extensive knowledge in cybersecurity, you will ensure robust security measures throughout the software development lifecycle. This role involves securing Software as a Service (SaaS) through effective configuration management and employing web application firewalls to protect our websites and APIs. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, sharing your insights and strategies to enhance our security posture.
You will report directly to the Senior Manager of Application Security at Cox Automotive and engage in a variety of responsibilities :
- Implement and uphold secure coding standards throughout the software development workflow.
- Conduct static software analysis, perform manual dynamic assessments, and execute software composition reviews.
- Work closely with engineering teams to assess source code vulnerabilities and recommend actionable mitigation strategies.
- Investigate and address emerging application security threats, implementing detection and protection methods.
- Regularly refine and optimize secure coding detection mechanisms, such as Veracode policy settings.
- Participate in security events and incident responses to identify weaknesses in current designs and propose preventive solutions.
Minimum Qualifications :
Preferred Qualifications :
Salary range for this position is $119,600.00 - $199,400.00 per year, which may vary based on factors such as location and the candidate's skills and experience. Additional compensation may include incentives.
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Salary : $119,600 - $199,400
