Principal Associate, Application Security Engineer - job 1 of 2

As a Principal Associate, Application Security Engineer, your primary responsibilities will include conducting security assessments, penetration testing for various applications, and implementing tools for automated code reviews. You will also consult on application security designs, identify vulnerabilities, and create comprehensive training materials on security practices.

To apply for the Principal Associate, Application Security Engineer role, candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Additionally, 8+ years in Information Technology and 5+ years in a software development role are essential, along with specific experience in application security engineering.

Yes, for the Principal Associate, Application Security Engineer position, a strong background in Java/Web development is required. Candidates should demonstrate secure coding practices in RHEL and JBoss environments to ensure they effectively contribute to our application security initiatives.

Familiarity with tools such as Fortify, SonarQube, and other dynamic/static application scanning tools is essential for the Principal Associate, Application Security Engineer role. These tools will help you conduct effective assessments and implement necessary security measures.

Yes, preferred certifications for the Principal Associate, Application Security Engineer position include CISSP, CEH, CISA, OSCP, OSCE, or OSWE. These certifications will enhance your credentials and indicate your commitment to the field of application security.

When answering this question, focus on specific examples of past penetration tests you've conducted. Highlight tools you used, the types of applications you assessed, and how your findings were implemented to improve security measures.

Candidates should discuss their commitment to continuous learning in the security field, mentioning resources such as security blogs, webinars, professional groups, and certifications that keep them informed about the latest threats and solutions.

Outline a systematic approach, including reviewing architecture diagrams, evaluating control measures, conducting threat modeling, and identifying potential vulnerabilities while considering the application's use case and deployment environment.

Share a specific incident where you successfully conveyed technical information to non-technical stakeholders. Emphasize your ability to simplify concepts and how this ensured everyone understood the importance of security measures.

Explain methodologies such as OWASP guidelines, secure coding standards, and any practices specific to the programming languages you’ve worked with. Highlight how you integrate these into your development workflow.

Discuss the criteria you use for prioritizing vulnerabilities, such as impact assessment, exploitability, and relevance to the business context. This showcases your analytical skills and understanding of risk management.

Mention the tools you are experienced with, like Fortify and SonarQube, and any testing environments or setups you've used to execute application security assessments effectively.

Describe your process for creating security training materials, the audience you aimed for, and the impact of the training on staff awareness or application security practices.

Emphasize your belief in communication and partnership when collaborating with development teams. Highlight specific strategies you employ to ensure that security is ingrained throughout the development lifecycle.

Share a detailed story of a severe security issue, including the context, your assessment and analysis, the remediation steps you took, and the results that followed. This shows your critical thinking in real-world applications.