BlackLine · 1 day ago
Application Security Engineer
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$104K/yr - $130K/yr
2+ years expBlackLine is a technology-based company known for its innovative approach in Finance Automation. They are seeking an Application Security Engineer to define security controls, identify vulnerabilities, and educate developers on secure coding practices.
Computer Software
Responsibilities
Identify risks and areas of exposure in applications developed and/or used by BlackLine
Perform security reviews of source code, stored procedures, and server/service configurations
Define and document application security requirements for BlackLine applications
Oversee development of security components throughout all stages of the SDLC
Perform manual and automated security testing of BlackLine applications
Monitor application logs and audit trails
Monitor industry trends and threat landscape and recommend necessary controls or countermeasures
Educate developers on secure coding techniques and security best practices
Participate in development of security policies, standards, and processes
Participate in incident handling and perform application-related forensics activities
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
2+ years of hands-on application security experience
Hands-on development experience and thorough understanding of object-oriented programming
Advanced knowledge of web application technologies, MVC, Ajax, XML, SOA, SSL, web-related protocols and services
Intermediate knowledge of MS SQL
Basic knowledge of other commonly-used RDBMS
Ability to identify security vulnerabilities from source code reviews and testing
Knowledge of encryption technologies, secure communications, and secure credentials management
Advanced experience with at least one scripting language (e.g.: Perl, Python)
Intermediate proficiency with C/C++ or Java
Advanced knowledge of common application vulnerabilities, (e.g.: XSS, CSRF, SQL injection, cookie/header/encoding manipulation, input/output validation, session replay)
Intimate familiarity with web application testing tools (eg: Burp, Parox, Fiddler, Havij, netcat)
Ability to define application security requirements and build secure web application solutions
Advanced written and verbal communication skills including ability to present technical subjects to non-technical audiences
Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and organizational skills
Ability to multi-task and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment
Ability to collaborate in a team and work independently
Conceptual understanding of software development principles and SDLC models
Intermediate proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite
Windows and Linux operating systems knowledge at advanced user level
Preferred
Thorough understanding of Java, C#, ASP.NET
Experience with lower-level languages (Assembly), debug and reverse-engineering tools (IDA, etc.)
Ability to write proof-of-concept exploits
Agile experience
Benefits
Short-term and long-term incentive programs
A robust offering of benefit and wellness plans
Company
BlackLine
Companies turn to BlackLine (Nasdaq: BL) to help solve their most complex finance and accounting challenges.
1001-5000 employees
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Chief Financial Officer
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