Security Research Advocate

Description

Who are we?

Checkmarx is the enterprise application security leader and host of Checkmarx One™, the industry-leading cloud-native AppSec platform that helps enterprises build #DevSecTrust.   

Powered by the intelligence from our industry-leading Security Research team, and our AI-driven technology and services, our platform is designed to enable CISOs, AppSec, and development leaders to prioritize their teams’ focus on what impacts their business.  

Our offerings secure every phase of development for every application, from the very first line of code through production, while balancing the dynamic needs of security and development teams.  

We are honored to serve more than 1,800 customers, including 60% of all Fortune 100 organizations. We are committed to moving forward with unwavering dedication to the safety and security of our customers and the applications that power our daily lives.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for a passionate Security Research Advocate who is enthusiastic about driving the future of cybersecurity through thought leadership, knowledge sharing, and community engagement. The ideal candidate should be someone who thrives at the intersection of technical expertise and communication, with the ability to translate complex security research into actionable insights for both technical and non-technical audiences.

How will you make an impact?

• Curate the group’s security research knowledge
• Internal enablement – make the research results and methodologies understood by Salespeople, Sales Engineers, and the Rest of the Company
• Create quality publications (blogs, webinars, social media) to increase our share of voice in the media
• Build a community centered around open source and technical discussion
• Nourish relationships with prospects and customers based on knowledge-sharing and thought leadership

Requirements

What is needed to succeed?

• Passion for all things security
• Passion for sharing knowledge
• Clear understanding of SDLC processes with emphasis on SSDLC and DevSecOps
• Familiarity with Application Security
• Familiarity with modern software concepts: cloud, IaC, open source software, APIs, containers, software supply chain, AI and ML
• High level of communication skills, both verbal and written
• Comfortable leading discussions and speaking publicly
• Ability to create quality, interesting blogs and other media content

What we have to offer

•  Competitive salary 
• Medical, dental, vision, 401(K), and additional incentives 
• Culture of community and opportunity to work in a growing organization 
• Room for career growth and professional development 
• Training and educational opportunities

Checkmarx is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. Checkmarx will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening