Zero Trust Subject Matter Expert
Eliassen Group - Washington, DC
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Job Title: Zero Trust Subject Matter Expert (SME)Clearance: SecretLocation: 600 19th St. NW, Washington, DC. Relevant Experience for this Role:Education: Minimum of a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, cybersecurity engineering, or a closely related field OR equivalent experience demonstrating deep technical expertise in software development and cybersecurity.Experience: 7+ years of hands-on engineering experience with a proven track record in implementing security solutions, including Zero Trust principles.Knowledge: Strong understanding of Zero Trust principles, frameworks, and their application to software design, development, and deployment.Skills: Expertise in secure coding practices, SecDevOps principles, and integrating Zero Trust into the SDLC.Technical Proficiency: Experience with API security, application-level segmentation, and secure containerization technologies.Key Responsibilities:Security Architecture Development:Provide expert guidance in developing a robust security architecture for software products, applications, and supporting infrastructure.Ensure that security architecture aligns with Zero Trust principles and organizational security policies.Technical Leadership:Lead technical discussions to establish Zero Trust-informed, security-focused software design standards and maturity models.Provide technical leadership and mentoring to development teams, fostering a culture of security awareness and best practices.Secure Coding and Integration:Design and implement secure coding practices, API security, application-level segmentation, and other Zero Trust components into software products.Integrate Zero Trust principles into the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) to enhance overall security posture.Evaluation and Optimization:Conduct in-depth evaluations of the SDLC and identify areas of optimization from a Zero Trust and overall security perspective.Recommend and implement improvements to enhance security and efficiency.Collaboration and Communication:Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, operations, and security professionals, to ensure seamless integration of Zero Trust principles.Communicate complex security concepts and solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Additional Desired Qualifications:Certifications: Relevant cybersecurity or Zero Trust engineering certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH, ZTX).Cloud Experience: Experience with cloud-based Zero Trust implementations, including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.Programming Skills: Proficiency in multiple programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, C++) and familiarity with common development frameworks.Tools Proficiency: Experience with vulnerability scanning and code analysis tools (e.g., SonarQube, Fortify, Checkmarx).
Created: 2024-10-11