Security Engineer

Job Title: Security Engineer

Duration: 6 months

Location: Hybrid (Newark, NJ)

Responsibilities

• Configure and build applications ensuring that the solution follows latest practices and industry standards for SSPM using modern design patterns and architectural principles; remove technical impediments
• Be responsible for administration of the platform (User/Role management, security configuration, integrations, etc)
• Onboard and maintain out of the box integrations to other SaaS tools
• Develop and maintain custom integrations using the AppOmni developer platform (python based) which run in our container environment
• Leverage the AppOmni API to automate functionality
• Partner with stakeholders across the Information Security Office on AppOmni capabilities and support
• Develop high quality, well documented and efficient code adhering to all applicable Prudential standards that stay aligned with platform vendor roadmap and direction
• Design the business logic and integration patterns with Prudential Ecosystem, using modern integration, data, and security patterns
• Write unit, integration tests and functional automation, researching problems discovered by quality assurance or product support, developing solutions to address the problems
• Bring a strong understanding of relevant and emerging technologies, provide input and coach team members and embed learning and innovation in the day-to-day
• Work on complex problems in which analysis of situations or data requires an evaluation of intangible variables.

The Skills & Expertise You Bring

• Bachelor of Computer Science or Engineering or experience in related fields
• Previous technical experience working with SaaS platforms (development/administration)
• Experience working with/implementing security controls offered by SaaS tools
• Ability to coach others with minimal guidance and effectively leverage diverse ideas, experiences, thoughts and perspectives to the benefit of the organization
• Experience with agile development methodologies and Test-Driven Development (TDD)
• Knowledge of business concepts, tools and processes that are needed for making sound decisions in the context of the company's business
• Ability to learn new skills and knowledge on an on-going basis through self-initiative and tackling challenges
• Excellent problem solving, communication and collaboration skills
• Advanced experience and/or expertise with several of the following:
• Core Platforms & Languages: Python
• Application Programming Interfaces (API): Core Platforms & Languages: Python
• Unit, interface and end user testing concepts and tooling (functional & non-functional)
• Advanced knowledge with SaaS platforms and their APIs
• Configuration and administration of core capabilities, data model, integrations, security, access control

Preferred qualifications

• A strong security focused mindset with relevant experience
• A strong understanding of CI/CD principles and running jobs in AWS (Ex. Containers)
• Collaboration skills to work with business partners and agile teams
• Knowledge of GitHub, DevOps automation tools & practices
• Experience with agile development methodologies and Test Driven Development (TDD)
• Testing tools such as SOAPUI, Postman, Selenium
• Financial/Insurance industry experience is a plus, not a must