Cybersecurity Engineer - SAST Engineer/ DevOps

Truist • Raleigh, NC

19d

About The Position

The SAST Engineer/Analyst is responsible for reviewing proposed source code related security mitigations, providing troubleshooting support for scan related activities, SAST tool specific CI/CD pipeline guidance, creating and managing VeraCode user accounts, teams, business units, assigning appropriate roles, and ensuring the smooth operation of the SAST tooling for the organization. For this opportunity, Truist will not sponsor an applicant for work visa status or employment authorization, nor will we offer any immigration-related support for this position (including, but not limited to H-1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN-1 or TN-2, E-3, O-1, or future sponsorship for U.S. lawful permanent residence status.)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and five years of experience in systems engineering or administration or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
• In-depth knowledge in applied enterprise information security technologies including but not limited to firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, network operating systems, identity management, database activity monitoring, encryption, content filtering, and Mainframe security
• Previous experience in planning and managing IT projects

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in using SAST and SCA tooling
• Understand software development and testing methodologies and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD).
• Understand static analysis tools and techniques – especially if they are up to date on some of the generative ai capabilities
• Program language knowledge for commonly used languages such as C#, Java, Python, and JavaScript
• Familiarity with common code deployment methods and automation tools such as Jenkins
• Web application security knowledge and an understanding of the most common web application security vulnerabilities
• An understanding of the SAST and SCA process - what it is, why it is used, and when.
• An understanding of the abilities and limitations of SAST tooling
• Knowledge of the software development life cycle, especially in areas of code development, testing, and deployment
• Experience working with different frameworks such as NIST and OWASP
• An understanding of different data sensitivity classification types such as personally identifiable information
• Excellent communication skills
• In-depth knowledge of application security vulnerabilities and how to mitigate them
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Time management and organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Review proposed mitigations and verify that they effectively address identified vulnerabilities.
• Identify any challenges or issues that might be related to VeraCode SAST scans.
• Working with organizational stakeholders (Developers, Mitigation team, BISMs) to ensure they understand and can follow established procedures.
• Provide troubleshooting support for scan related activities
• Stay up-to-date with the latest information related to application security and source code review
• Review and potentially implement upcoming and new opportunities to improve the effectiveness of the SAST program (e.g. VeraCode releases new functionality such as Container scanning)
• Assist with identification and execution of program improvement opportunities
• Manage day to day SAST related activities such as account, team, and application management
• Provide SAST process related training for development teams
• Continually improve the SAST program
• Provide automation of repeatable tasks
• Create and manage actionable metrics
• Communicate changes and status to stakeholders

Benefits

• All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position.
• Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates.
• Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays.
• Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist’s defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees