Consultant - Application Security | Remote, CANOptivOptiv manages cyber risk so you can secure your full potential. Cybersecurity advisory services and solutions. Powered by the best minds in cyber.View company pageThis position will be fully remote and can be hired in any Canadian province.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 impactPerform application security assessments, penetration tests, secure code reviews, and advanced advisory activities through client services engagementsWrite status updates and final deliverables during client engagementsProvide tactical and strategic guidance and detailed remediation advice help clients achieve stronger security posturesBuild and maintain professional relationships with client stakeholders and provide them with information about application security and secure development lifecycle topicsTrack and monitor current and trending practices in software engineering and application security, including DevOps/DevSecOpsand Agile development practicesObtain and evolve technical expertise, certifications, and industry credentials through formal and informal training and other learning initiativesContribute content to the Optiv blog and present on security topics via webinars and security conferencesEstablish and maintain productive relationships with the wider delivery team, practice management, and client management teamIdentify and recommend improvements in Optiv's methodologies and internal processes and provide input and support for updating consulting tools, techniques and knowledge baseReview the work provided by other team members to confirm their deliverables are of the highest qualityWhat we're re looking forPractical experience (1-3 years) in an application security role that included manual testingPrevious job experience in an information security consulting services or enterprise security team roleAbility to travel 20% of the time to client sitesDeep understanding of software security architecture and designAbility to work with diverse and dynamic teamsSuccessful implementation of application testing methodologies for web applications and APIsAbility to assess mobile applications on IOS and Android platformsAble to assist in setting the strategic direction of the practice based on experience and industry backgroundBA/BS degree preferred in computer science, software engineering, cybersecurity, or mathematicsCreative problem-solving and the ability to tackle unique, complex projectsVolunteer Opportunities. "Optiv Chips In" encourages employees to volunteer and engage with their teams and communities.The ability and technology necessary to productively work remotely/from home (where applicable)EEO StatementOptiv is an equal opportunity employer (EEO). 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.Optiv respects your providing your information through this page or applying for a job at Optiv, you acknowledge that Optiv will collect, use, and process your information, which may include personal information and sensitive personal information, in connection with Optiv's selection and recruitment activities. For additional details on how Optiv uses and protects your personal information in the application process, click here to view ourApplicant Privacy Notice . If you sign up to receive notifications of job postings, you may unsubscribe at any time.Explore more InfoSec / Cybersecurity career opportunitiesFind even more open roles in Ethical Hacking, Pen Testing, Security Engineering, Threat Research, Vulnerability Management, Cryptography, Digital Forensics and Cyber Security in general - ordered by popularity of job title or skills, toolset and products used - below.#J-18808-Ljbffr
