Appian · 10 hours ago
Information Security Engineer (2026 Graduates)
McLean, Virginia
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelAppian is a software company that automates business processes, and they are seeking talented Information Security Engineers to join their growing Information Security team. The role involves assisting with security engineering projects, developing tools and systems to protect critical assets, and conducting risk analysis to enhance security operations.
Business Process Automation (BPA)Data ManagementDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareInsurTechRobotic Process Automation (RPA)Software
Responsibilities
The ability to build systems to enable Appian InfoSec to quickly adapt and defend against modern attacker techniques
To provide analysis and investigation of security related data from a wide range of security products and devices
To work with various Appian systems to design and implement enhanced detection technologies
To conduct risk analysis and provide recommendations for remediation or mitigation
To design and build security tools and processes for scanning, testing, monitoring and reporting
To conduct security research and present findings to senior engineers and security architects
To identify, design, and execute on security projects that improve Appian’s intrusion detection and response capabilities
To have a familiarity with Windows and Linux/Unix systems
To have knowledge of cloud-based infrastructures (SaaS, PaaS, IaaS), networks, or operating systems
Qualification
Required
The ability to build systems to enable Appian InfoSec to quickly adapt and defend against modern attacker techniques
To provide analysis and investigation of security related data from a wide range of security products and devices
To work with various Appian systems to design and implement enhanced detection technologies
To conduct risk analysis and provide recommendations for remediation or mitigation
To design and build security tools and processes for scanning, testing, monitoring and reporting
To conduct security research and present findings to senior engineers and security architects
To identify, design, and execute on security projects that improve Appian's intrusion detection and response capabilities
To have a familiarity with Windows and Linux/Unix systems
To have knowledge of cloud-based infrastructures (SaaS, PaaS, IaaS), networks, or operating systems
Pursuing Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related field of study
Programming/scripting experience in one or more languages (e.g. Java, Python, C/C++)
An understanding of network fundamentals and internet protocols (TCP/IP networking and network services DNS, DHCP, etc.)
Benefits
Health coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free mental health support
Life and disability insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
Retirement/pension plan
Wellness dollars
Tuition reimbursement
Family-forming benefits
Company
Appian
Appian is a software company that provides digital transformation, low-code application development, and business process management.
Founded in 1999
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$47.5MKey Investors
Novak Biddle Venture Partners
2017-05-25IPO
2014-03-03Series Unknown· $37.5M
2008-07-21Series A· $10M
Leadership Team
Matt Calkins
CEO
Michael Beckley
Chief Technology Officer & Founder
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