Senior Software Engineer, Cloud Security

Posted 18 Days Ago
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McLean, VA
Senior level
Software
Appian is a software company that automates business processes with a low-code automation platform.
The Role
As a Senior Software Engineer on the Network Security Engineering team, you will design and maintain cloud native network security systems, collaborate with security operations, and enhance data processing pipelines. Your role involves integrating automation tools for security detection and response, ensuring dependable and efficient governance capabilities.
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Here at Appian, our core values of Respect, Work to Impact, Ambition, and Constructive Dissent & Resolution define who we are. In short, this means we constantly seek to understand the best for our customers, we go beyond completion in our work, we strive for excellence with intensity, and we embrace candid communication. These values guide our actions and shape our culture every day.  When you join Appian, you'll be part of a passionate team that's dedicated to accomplishing hard things.

Here at Appian, we’re passionate about technology. We love making it, and we love using it. Joining Appian will provide you with the opportunity to learn in an environment that values cross-functional collaboration and is committed to personal and professional growth. We want to revolutionize the way people work, and in doing so, we develop the Appian platform to be simple so our customers can thrive. 

As an experienced software engineer in our Network Security Engineering team, you will design, build, and maintain cloud native network security visibility and governance capabilities that power the prevention, monitoring and response missions.  You’ll integrate with tooling and automation enabling builders to build better faster and our Security Operations team to conduct increasingly automated security detection and response activities.

About the job:

  • Leverage and contribute to a cloud native platform building and maintaining rugged systems governing data flows and investigative use cases.  

  • Partner with security operations analysts, compliance analysts, and builders at the company to create empathic paved path solutions.

  • Tune data processing pipeline performance to be dependable and performant and cost efficient.

About you:

  • 5+ years of experience as a software engineer working on security minded projects in cloud environments.

  • 3+ years experience in cloud infrastructure development environments using tools like Terraform or Cloud Formation is a plus

  • A tenacious drive to deliver security outcomes

  • Experience with AWS Transit Gateway, and Direct Connect

  • Knowledgeable in Kubernetes networking technologies such as Cilium or Istio

  • Proficiency in Terraform and Golang, Python or Java

  • Value data driven decision making

  • Strong organizational skills to balance multiple concurrent projects

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills that prioritize clarity and empathy for the user.

  • Bachelor of Science in Computer science or equivalent experience

Tools and Resources 

  • Training and Development: During onboarding, we focus on equipping new hires with the skills and knowledge for success through department-specific training. Continuous learning is a central focus at Appian, with dedicated mentorship and the First-Friend program being widely utilized resources for new hires. 
  • Growth Opportunities: Appian provides a diverse array of growth and development opportunities, including our leadership program tailored for new and aspiring managers, a comprehensive library of specialized department training through Appian University, skills based training, and tuition reimbursement for those aiming to advance their education. This commitment ensures that employees have access to a holistic range of development opportunities.
  • Community: We’ll immerse you into our community rooted in respect starting on day one. Appian fosters inclusivity through our 8 employee-led affinity groups. These groups help employees build stronger internal and external networks by planning social, educational, and outreach activities to connect with Appianites and larger initiatives throughout the company.

About Appian

Appian is a software company that automates business processes. The Appian AI-Powered Process Platform includes everything you need to design, automate, and optimize even the most complex processes, from start to finish. The world's most innovative organizations trust Appian to improve their workflows, unify data, and optimize operations—resulting in better growth and superior customer experiences. For more information, visit appian.com. [Nasdaq: APPN]

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Appian Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Further, Appian will not discriminate against applicants for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing their pay or, in certain circumstances, the pay of their co‐worker, Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination. Appian provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees in accordance with all applicable laws.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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Top Skills

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The Company
HQ: McLean, VA
2,100 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 1999

What We Do

Appian helps organizations build apps and workflows rapidly, with a low-code automation platform. Combining people, technologies, and data in a single workflow, Appian can help companies maximize their resources and improve business results. Many of the world’s largest organizations use Appian applications to improve customer experience, achieve operational excellence, and simplify global risk management and compliance.

Why Work With Us

Appian was founded on the belief that talented and passionate people, given the power and autonomy to excel, will deliver amazing impact. We have worked thoughtfully to create an inclusive, agile and collaborative work environment where employees feel challenged, and all voices are heard.

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