Consultant I - Application Security, Threat Management (Remote, USA)

Atlanta, GA

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Optiv

Optiv manages cyber risk so you can secure your full potential. Cybersecurity advisory services and solutions. Powered by the best minds in cyber.

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At Optiv, we’re on a mission to help our clients make their businesses more secure. We’re one of the fastest-growing companies in a truly essential industry. Join us.
Who we are looking for:
The Application Security consultant has strong experience with secure application development and application security assessments. The ideal candidate will understand a wide range of technologies, programming languages and application frameworks to identify risks and vulnerabilities in client applications and supporting environments.
Our consultants are skilled technical and consultative resources expected to be strong in both technical and soft skills. A consultant must be a proven self-starter with the ability to problem-solve, communicate, participate in diverse project teams from a technical perspective, and interface effectively with customers, vendor partners, and colleagues.

How you’ll make an impact:

  • Perform application security assessments, penetration tests, and secure code reviews through client services engagements
  • Write status updates and final deliverables during client engagements
  • Provide tactical and strategic guidance and detailed remediation advice help clients achieve stronger security postures
  • Build and maintain professional relationships with client stakeholders and provide them with information about application security and secure development lifecycle topics
  • Track and monitor current and trending practices in software engineering and application security, including DevOps/DevSecOps and Agile development practices
  • Obtain and evolve technical expertise, certifications, and industry credentials through formal and informal training and other learning initiatives
  • Contribute content to the Optiv blog and present on security topics via webinars and security conferences
  • Identify and recommend improvements in Optiv’s methodologies and internal processes and provide input and support for updating consulting tools, techniques, and knowledgebase
  • Establish and maintain productive relationships with the wider delivery team, practice management, and client management team

Qualifications:

  • Practical experience (1-3 years) in an application security role that included manual testing
  • Previous job experience in an information security consulting services or enterprise security team role
  • Ability to travel 20% of the time to client sites
  • Deep understanding of software security architecture and design
  • Ability to work with diverse and dynamic teams
  • Successful implementation of application testing methodologies for web applications and APIs
  • Ability to assess mobile applications on IOS and Android platforms is a plus
  • BA/BS degree preferred in computer science, software engineering, cybersecurity, or mathematics strongly preferred
  • One or more security certifications preferred: CISSP, CSSLP, OSCP, OSWE, OSCE, GPEN, GWAPT, eWPTX
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With Optiv you can expect:
• A company committed to championing Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion through our Affinity groups including, Black Employee Network, Disabled Employee Network, Latino Employee Network, Optiv Pride (LGBTQIA+), Veterans Support Network, and Women's Network.• Work/life balance. We offer “Recharge” a flexible, time-off program that encourages eligible employees to take the time they need to recharge • Professional training resources, including tuition reimbursement• Creative problem-solving and the ability to tackle unique, complex projects• Volunteer Opportunities. “Optiv Chips In” encourages employees to volunteer and engage with their teams and communities. • The ability and technology necessary to productively work remote/from home (where applicable)
If you are seeking a culture that supports growth, fosters success, and moves the industry forward, find your place at Optiv! As a market-leading provider of cyber security solutions, Optiv has the most comprehensive ecosystem of security products and partners to deliver unparalleled services. Our rich and successful history with our clients is based on trust, serving more than 12,000 clients of varying sizes and industries, including commercial, government, and education. We have the proven expertise to plan, build, and run successful security programs across Risk Management, Cyber Digital Transformation, Threat Management, Security Operations - Managed Services, and Identity and Data Management.
Optiv is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, status as an individual with a disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Tags: Agile Android APIs Application security CISSP Computer Science DevOps DevSecOps eWPTx GPEN GWAPT iOS Mathematics OSCE OSCP OSWE Risk management Security assessment Travel Vulnerabilities

Perks/benefits: Career development Conferences Flex vacation

Regions: Remote/Anywhere North America
Country: United States
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