Senior Security Engineer - AppSec (Remote) - job 2 of 2

The Senior Security Engineer - AppSec at AbbVie is responsible for designing, building, and automating components of the application security program. This includes leveraging expertise in AppDev and secure software development, automating data collection and analysis, and integrating with both new and existing DevSecOps tooling. You will work closely with various stakeholders, promoting security best practices throughout the development lifecycle.

To qualify for the Senior Security Engineer - AppSec role at AbbVie, candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree with at least 7 years of experience, or a Master's Degree with 6 years, or a PhD with 2 years of experience in Information Security. Proficiency in scripting languages like Python or PowerShell, experience in building production-level applications, and familiarity with cloud platforms and DevOps tools are crucial for success in this role.

In addition to a deep understanding of secure software development and modern DevOps environments, a Senior Security Engineer - AppSec at AbbVie will benefit from skills in cybersecurity, DevSecOps practices, and tools like Terraform, Ansible, Chef, or Puppet. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential, as they will help facilitate collaboration with various teams across the organization.

AbbVie offers a remote work environment for the Senior Security Engineer - AppSec role, allowing flexibility to work from anywhere in the U.S. This position promotes a collaborative culture where you can interact with diverse teams and innovative thinkers, contributing significantly to application security initiatives while enjoying work-life balance.

At AbbVie, we believe in investing in our employees' development. The Senior Security Engineer - AppSec will have access to ongoing training opportunities, mentorship programs, and the chance to work on innovative projects. With a focus on continuous learning, AbbVie empowers its security engineers to enhance their skills and advance their careers.

When answering this question, discuss specific projects where you implemented secure coding practices. Highlight your approach to identifying and mitigating security vulnerabilities during the software development life cycle.

To effectively tackle this question, outline the tools and methodologies you've used to automate security assessments. Provide examples of processes you integrated into CI/CD pipelines and the metrics that helped evaluate their success.

Here, share a specific example that illustrates your analytical skills. Detail the steps you took to identify, assess, and resolve the vulnerability, including collaboration with other teams to enhance security measures.

Be prepared to discuss your proficiency in scripting languages, emphasizing practical applications you've encountered. Describe scripts you've written and the outcomes they produced to demonstrate your competence.

Discuss your continuous learning practices, such as following industry leaders, participating in security forums, attending conferences, and engaging in training courses. Show your commitment to staying informed and proactive in the security domain.

Express your knowledge of cloud technologies, emphasizing their benefits and associated security challenges. You could phrase your answer by discussing how to implement best practices and mitigate risks in cloud deployments.

Highlight the specific DevSecOps tools you've used, such as Terraform or Kubernetes, and details on projects where you integrated these tools into security processes. Discuss how your input improved security and efficiency.

Share your strategies for communication, including active listening and being adaptable to different audience needs. Highlight specific instances where effective communication led to successful project outcomes and collaborations.

Discuss your methods for assessing risks, prioritizing tasks based on severity, and managing time effectively to ensure critical vulnerabilities are addressed without compromising ongoing projects.

Express your passion for application security and commitment to healthcare innovation. Share your admiration for AbbVie's mission and values, and how you see yourself contributing to their success in enhancing application security.