Lead Application Security Engineer

Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Job Family Group

Information Technology

Job Profile

Cybersecurity Lead Engineer

Management Level

Manager - Non People Leader

Flexible Work Option

Hybrid - Ability to work remotely part of the week

Travel %

Yes, 15% of the time

Work Shift

Day

Compensation

Compensation includes a base salary of $119,600.00 - $199,400.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.

Job Description

The Lead Application Security Engineer is focused on evaluating the secure coding of custom and third-party software, evaluating container images, executing manual and automated dynamic application security testing, and securing the configuration of software as a service (SaaS).

This role will use their deep cybersecurity knowledge in secure coding and implementing methods to ensure security throughout the software development lifecycle. They will also secure SaaS through configuration management and design ways to use a web application firewall to protect Cox Automotive websites and APIs. They must be able to partner with cross-functional teams throughout the organization.
 

This role will report directly to the Senior Manager of Application Security at Cox Automotive.

Primary Responsibilities

• Implement and enforce secure coding guidelines and controls throughout the software development lifecycle.

• Perform static software analysis, manual dynamic assessments, and software composition analysis.

• Interface daily with engineering teams to consult on their source code vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies.

• Research and evaluate emerging application security threats and implement methods to detect and protect against in the software development lifecycle.

• Continually analyze and tune secure coding detections (e.g., Veracode policy settings).

• Participate in security events and incident response to identify gaps in current design and propose solutions to prevent threats from reoccurring.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and 6 years of experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master's degree and 4 years of experience; a Ph.D. and 1 year of experience in a related field; or 10 years’ experience in a related field.

• At least 4 years focused on cybersecurity.

• Must have practical experience in static source code analysis, manual and automated dynamic application security testing, and software composition analysis.

• Experience with security testing tools such as Veracode, Fortify, BurpSuite, and Wiz.

• Clearly articulate the objective of specific cybersecurity policies and procedures to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Excellent customer service skills, writing, and presentation skills.

• Develop a strong and productive working environment with key stakeholders and collaborate closely with other Cox entities’ cybersecurity teams to implement cybersecurity best practices.  

• Consultative nature to work through controversial or complex topics to employees, leaders, and/or senior leadership.

• Evaluate risks and make informed decisions based on impact and likelihood of the risk to the business.

• Proficient in Python and experience in at least one additional language of C#, Go, PHP, Java, or JavaScript (Node, Vanilla JS, or React).

• Knowledge of current cybersecurity and technology architectures such as zero trust, IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, virtualization, and containerization.

• A strong understanding of cloud containers and/or serverless platforms (e.g., EKS, ECS, Lambda, Fargate).

• Creatively solving complex cybersecurity challenges while exhibiting solid, pragmatic business acumen.

• Experience utilizing Agile methodologies and DevSecOps.

• Initiating change and deploying solutions in Fortune 1000 companies.

• Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., ISO 27000, NIST, FFIEC) and industry relevant regulations that will guide architectural requirements (e.g., GDPR, FFIEC, GLBA).

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive technology knowledge and recognized expertise in several areas including .NET framework, Mono, Spring frameworks, Oracle, serverless, cloud patterns, cloud service and user authentication or similar.

• Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and services and on-premises infrastructure.

• Experience in the development and design of cybersecurity standard methodologies to all layers of the hosting and application stack in both cloud and on-premises environments.

• Relevant experience with network security and software-defined networking across a variety of environments and deployments.

• Knowledge of Identity and Access Management (IAM), cryptography / key management, secrets management, access controls and security protocols (e.g., multi-factor, SAML, OAuth, OIDC).

• Experience with firewall, web application firewalls, and other edge services as well as deep understanding of DMZ and other network architectures.

• AWS Well-Architected Framework.

• Experience in national critical infrastructure industries (telecommunications, financial services, defense, government, etc.). 

• Big four consulting or Fortune 500 company experience.

• Relevant industry certification (e.g., CISSP, CEH, OSCP, Azure, AWS, CISM, CISA).

Drug Testing

To be employed in this role, you’ll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.

Benefits

The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company’s needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

About Us

Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells – or simply uses – cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.