Security Engineer - Application Security

Fragomen•Ontario, CA

About The Position

Fragomen is seeking a Security Engineer – Application Security to join our talented Cyber Security team in our Technology Innovation Lab in Pittsburgh. Our industry-leading, immigration specific software and supporting infrastructure is undergoing tremendous transformation and security is on the critical path to success in that endeavor. A professional, who is passionate about security, capable of effecting change, and ready to build a strong AppSec program, is what we seek. You will be joining a small team of Security Engineers who make security a distinguishing factor in our technological offerings. A successful candidate will help engineer solutions to secure software development, identify threats and mitigate vulnerabilities throughout our environment. What an Application Security Engineer does at Fragomen: Build, deploy and maintain tooling to validate and track security controls in and around our code Work closely with application development and infrastructure architectural teams to create code which is secure by design and default Triage programmatic source code findings and automate penetration testing to decrease potential introduction of vulnerabilities Lead and collaborate with developers on secure coding techniques and threat modeling Contribute to vulnerability detection and remediation of technological offerings Deploy developed or OTS security applications to support our efforts Participate in a cross-functional response to cyber security incidents Work closely the security team to establish prevention, detection and mitigation techniques Support the scoping and rules of engagement of our penetration testing regime Let’s talk if you have the following experience, knowledge, skills and education: A passionate team player who builds knowledge and solves complex problems 5+ years of web application development (.net, python, java, etc.) Secure SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle), DAST (Dynamic Application Security Testing), and SAST (Static Application Security Testing) experience Demonstrated understanding of web application penetration testing, secure coding and source code analysis Strong, professional communication skills that maintain under pressure These things are great, but not required: Experience in developing highly automated detection and triage tools Deep understanding of cyber security techniques Technical certification demonstrating technical prowess in secure software development e.g. Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP), or Certified Application Security Engineer (CASE) or similar BA degree in a related field or a combination of related experience is a must All offers and/or employment contracts are contingent upon the successful completion of the Firm’s pre-employment screening process. This process may include verifying the candidate’s identity, confirming legal authorization to work in the offered position's location, and conducting a comprehensive background check, where permitted by local regulations. Fragomen is a leading firm dedicated to immigration services worldwide. The firm has more than 6,000 immigration professionals and support staff in more than 60 offices across the Americas, EMEA and Asia Pacific. A member of the Am Law 100 and Am Law Global 100, Fragomen offers immigration support in more than 170 countries. Fragomen’s professionals are respected leaders in the immigration field, and the firm is regularly recognized as a leading employer of minority and female attorneys. The firm supports all aspects of global immigration for corporate, academic, nonprofit, and individual clients, including strategic planning, quality management, reporting, case management and processing, compliance program counseling, representation in government investigations, government relations, complex matter solutions, and litigation. Fragomen is a long-time leader in the immigration technology space and continues to lead the way in the digitization of the immigration journey. It has created Fragomen Technologies Inc., a Fragomen subsidiary focused on the nexus of law and technology to further enhance its technology offering. These capabilities allow Fragomen to work in partnership with individuals and corporate clients across all industries to plan talent strategy, facilitate the transfer of employees worldwide, and navigate complex challenges. Fragomen is committed to promoting diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, heritage, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or intersex status. At Fragomen, we do meaningful and impactful work for our clients and put a focus on our Responsible Business Practices: #LifeAtFragomen: We drive innovation and change. We respect colleagues, embrace diversity, and empower others. #FragomenForward: At Fragomen, pursuing an equal, diverse, and inclusive workforce goes beyond a policy. It’s part of our DNA—and always has been. Year after year, we are recognized as leaders in diversity in our industry. Giving Back. We have a deep history of giving back to the communities where we live and work—and we continue that mission today. Serving the less fortunate by providing advice and community support where it is most needed allows us to help immigrants secure a better future for themselves and their families. Corporate Social Responsibility. We believe there is more to success in business than generating profit—we want to do well by doing good. We are committed to considering the impact that our business decisions have on our people, our planet, the communities in which we work and our clients. Sustainability. Fragomen is focused on sustainability in our business operations and practices—and we know there is much work to be done, with countless opportunities available to minimize our impact on the environment Well-being. We are committed to implementing firmwide initiatives that support the health and wellness of our people, including programs to address work-life balance and benefits that cover a wide range of well-being needs of all employees. Our #FragomenWorks program provides the ability to be successful at home or in the office, via Hybrid & Remote work arrangements. Our Feedback Works process includes three managerial check-ins per year to help you progress in your career. Unique learning programs like: Fragomen Academy, Leadership Academy, Practical Management Academy, and Regional Development Conferences.

Requirements

A passionate team player who builds knowledge and solves complex problems
5+ years of web application development (.net, python, java, etc.)
Secure SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle), DAST (Dynamic Application Security Testing), and SAST (Static Application Security Testing) experience
Demonstrated understanding of web application penetration testing, secure coding and source code analysis
Strong, professional communication skills that maintain under pressure
BA degree in a related field or a combination of related experience is a must

Nice To Haves

Experience in developing highly automated detection and triage tools
Deep understanding of cyber security techniques
Technical certification demonstrating technical prowess in secure software development e.g. Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP), or Certified Application Security Engineer (CASE) or similar

Responsibilities

Build, deploy and maintain tooling to validate and track security controls in and around our code
Work closely with application development and infrastructure architectural teams to create code which is secure by design and default
Triage programmatic source code findings and automate penetration testing to decrease potential introduction of vulnerabilities
Lead and collaborate with developers on secure coding techniques and threat modeling
Contribute to vulnerability detection and remediation of technological offerings
Deploy developed or OTS security applications to support our efforts
Participate in a cross-functional response to cyber security incidents
Work closely the security team to establish prevention, detection and mitigation techniques
Support the scoping and rules of engagement of our penetration testing regime

Benefits

Fragomen is committed to promoting diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, heritage, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or intersex status.
At Fragomen, we do meaningful and impactful work for our clients and put a focus on our Responsible Business Practices: #LifeAtFragomen: We drive innovation and change. We respect colleagues, embrace diversity, and empower others.
#FragomenForward: At Fragomen, pursuing an equal, diverse, and inclusive workforce goes beyond a policy. It’s part of our DNA—and always has been. Year after year, we are recognized as leaders in diversity in our industry.
Giving Back. We have a deep history of giving back to the communities where we live and work—and we continue that mission today. Serving the less fortunate by providing advice and community support where it is most needed allows us to help immigrants secure a better future for themselves and their families.
Corporate Social Responsibility. We believe there is more to success in business than generating profit—we want to do well by doing good. We are committed to considering the impact that our business decisions have on our people, our planet, the communities in which we work and our clients.
Sustainability. Fragomen is focused on sustainability in our business operations and practices—and we know there is much work to be done, with countless opportunities available to minimize our impact on the environment
Well-being. We are committed to implementing firmwide initiatives that support the health and wellness of our people, including programs to address work-life balance and benefits that cover a wide range of well-being needs of all employees.
Our #FragomenWorks program provides the ability to be successful at home or in the office, via Hybrid & Remote work arrangements.
Our Feedback Works process includes three managerial check-ins per year to help you progress in your career.
Unique learning programs like: Fragomen Academy, Leadership Academy, Practical Management Academy, and Regional Development Conferences.