Security Solutions Architect

Summary

Join Trace3, a leading Transformative IT Authority, as an experienced Application Security Professional. This presales role involves serving as a solutions expert, supporting sales teams in developing and implementing application security solutions for clients. You will conduct research, perform lab testing, and build vendor relationships. Responsibilities include leading presales engagements, driving technical relationships, presenting at industry events, and contributing to the development of sales collateral. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in application security, development, and sales engineering, along with strong communication and presentation skills. Trace3 offers a competitive compensation package and a collaborative work environment.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of Development Experience in any programming language
• Minimum of 5 years of combined hands-on experience as a software engineer, DevOps engineer, or Application Security engineer
• Previous experience working as a Sales Engineer or Solutions Architect working with application security software products or services
• Strong understanding of cloud-native development patterns, microservices architecture, and the deployment and security of applications in cloud-native environments
• Ability to assess customer requirements, identify business problems, and demonstrate proposed solutions
• Programming and scripting proficiency – minimum of two: C#, Java, Typescript, Javascript, Bash, Python, Go
• Hands on experience with various application security tools including SAST, SCA, IAST, DAST, API Security, WAF, and RASP
• Hands on experience implementing and integrating security tools into CI/CD
• Hands on experience integrating and operating commercial application security solutions (SAST/SCA/DAST/IAST) such as Veracode, Fortify, Checkmarx, Synopsys, WhiteSource, Snyk, Invicti, Contrast Security
• Experience delivering secure software based on frameworks such as OWASP SAMM, ASVS, MASVS, CWE, SANS, BSIMM
• Experience with Agile methodologies such as Scrum and Kanban
• Knowledge of developer tools and environments, project management and bug tracking systems
• Excellent presentation, communication, and writing skills required

Responsibilities

• Lead presales engagements as the DevSecOps Application Security subject matter expert to Trace3 customers and sales teams nationally
• Work closely with our sales teams throughout the sales process to ensure all the client’s technical needs are understood and met with the best possible solution options
• Drive technical relationships with all stakeholders and support sales opportunities
• Present at client facing and industry events as the SME in application security
• Conduct research analysis and lab testing of application security solutions to evaluate efficacy, use cases coverage, and fit-for-purpose
• Build and maintain application security vendor partner relationships
• Contribute to the development of both customer facing and internal facing presales collaterals
• Contribute to the development of service offering collaterals and service delivery documentations that we can take to market with selected application security solutions
• Champion Agile and DevOps leading-practices, processes, design patterns, and tools in support of DevSecOps transformation
• Assist in services opportunity generation, technical scoping, and Statements of Work (SOW) writing
• Assist in the delivery of application security services
• Assist teams with driving adoption of application security tools and DevSecOps practices as part of customer’s transformation

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with API security solutions such as Traceable, Noname Security, Salt Security
• Understanding of service-oriented architecture (REST APIs, micro-services, etc) and security best practices
• DevOps and Architecture experience and certifications with one of the major public cloud providers (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
• Experience with conducting secure coding training, implementing security champions program, threat modeling, or application security testing
• Prior consulting experience is a plus
• Prior experience working at an application security vendor – bonus points
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills, a high degree of professionalism and the ability to design technology solutions for commercial and large enterprise companies

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, 529 College Savings Plan, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability
• Competitive Compensation
• Training and development programs
• Stocked kitchen with snacks and beverages
• Collaborative and cool office culture
• Work-life balance and generous paid time off