Senior Application Security Engineer

YOUR MISSION 

As a Senior Application Security Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the security and compliance of our software products with FedRAMP High, NIST controls, and future Department of Defense IL5+ requirements. You will leverage your expertise to enhance our security posture and support our mission of maintaining secure and sustainable operations in space. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Identify, assess, and mitigate security risks in software products, ensuring robust security measures are in place. 
• Drive continual improvements in the quality and automation of vulnerability adjudication and remediation processes. 
• Stay current with the latest security vulnerabilities and mitigation techniques and contribute to True Anomaly's security automation roadmap. 
• Perform comprehensive security code reviews to identify potential vulnerabilities and provide actionable remediation suggestions. 
• Evaluate and integrate third-party security solutions to enhance overall security posture. 
• Implement NIST controls, FedRAMP High controls, and Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) across applications. 
• Collaborate closely with developers to address and resolve security vulnerabilities, fostering a culture of security excellence. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• 5+ years of experience in product or application security. 
• Proficiency in exploiting common attack patterns and exploitation techniques on web applications, coupled with strong knowledge of threat modeling, OWASP Top 10, and secure architecture reviews. 
• Hands-on experience with web application security testing tools such as Burp Suite, open-source scanners, and/or vendor products. 
• Solid understanding or experience working in containerized environments and familiarity with GitOps flow. 
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision, manage complex tasks, and prioritize multiple tasks based on strategic goals. 
• Demonstrated passion for technology, a desire to build security tooling from the ground up, and the ability to tackle complex problems creatively. 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE 

• Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud. 
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Elixir, or Go. 
• Previous experience in the defense or aerospace industry. 
• Familiarity with developer security and security operations practices and tools. 
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret clearance. 

COMPENSATION  

• California Base Salary: $175,000-$245,000
• Colorado Base Salary: $155,000-$215,000
• Washington D.C. Base Salary: $160,000-$225,000
• Remote: Compensation for remote employees will vary based on location and local market data.
  
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS 

• Ability to maintain or obtain TS//SCI clearance 
• Work Location: Ideally, candidates will be based near Denver, Colorado Springs, Long Beach, or Washington, D.C., as some work requires on-site collaboration. Remote candidates will also be considered but should anticipate occasional travel for in-person work.
• Work environment is in a standard office, working at a desk or in a production factory. 
• Physical demands may include frequent standing, sitting, walking, bending, and lifting or carrying items up to 20lbs. 

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