Security Engineer Tempe

Wed Dec 7 16:38:10 MST 2011

There are eight people I can think of immediately (not including myself)
who easily have these qualifications.
On Dec 7, 2011 3:30 PM, "Michael Butash" <michael at butash.net> wrote:

> Just out of curiosity, anyone know of such a mythical beast?
>
> I've met a lot of good and talented folks throughout the years across the
> country, but about as close as I could figure was roughly 3-4 of them to
> meet the "requirements" they want here.  I'd gotten the same email, and
> replied to Grant as such.  :)
>
> -mb
>
>
> On 12/07/2011 02:45 PM, Lisa Kachold wrote:
>
>> ---------- Forwarded message ----------
>> From: "Grant Wills" <gwills at pdsinc.com <mailto:gwills at pdsinc.com>>
>> Date: Dec 6, 2011 4:27 PM
>> Subject: Security Engineer needed Tempe
>> To: "Lisa Kachold" <lisakachold at obnosis.com
>> <mailto:lisakachold at obnosis.**com <lisakachold at obnosis.com>>>
>>
>> I was hoping you or someone you may know might be interested  in this
>> position with my client in Tempe. I have been finding Network Security
>> folks but my client really needs someone with an Infrastructure Security
>> background. Any referrals are appreciated! I will elaborate further upon
>> interest.
>>
>> Job Description:
>>
>> ? Performing application risk assessments and threat modeling
>> ? Administering application vulnerability scans and coordinating
>> remediation activities
>> ? Review application security designs and make recommendations
>> ? Manage and configure security database assessment and auditing tools
>> ? Provide consultation to IT department on application security best
>> practices
>> ? Ensure application and network compliance to documented IT security
>> policies, procedures, processes and standards requirements.
>>
>> ? Documentation requirements are: exceptions reports, audit/review
>> reports, technical/process recommendations, reporting of security
>> statistics/metrics, technical standards, procedures, and guidelines, etc.
>>
>> ____
>>
>> Skills Requirements:
>>
>> ? 3-5 years experience in an Application Security role. Certified
>> Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or other Security
>> certification strongly preferred.
>>
>> ? Strong development experience is a must as well as the ability to work
>> with development teams to resolve issues and improve awareness around
>> secure coding practices, including experience inserting information
>> security controls and checkpoints into the application design process.
>>
>> ? Strong knowledge in standard software development applications,
>> Windows UNIX, and database environments including SQL, DB2, Oracle and
>> Sybase. Working knowledge of how to build secure web applications.
>>
>> ? Experience using code, web and database scanners.
>> ? Experience with Appscan, HP WebInspect, NESSUS, and other application
>> assessment tools.
>> ? Familiar with risk analysis and risk management methodologies.
>> ? Solid understanding of application vulnerabilities and
>> countermeasures. Must be able to provide and recommend remediation
>> approach and not just provide vulnerability information.
>>
>> ? Excellent communication skills (both oral/written); documentation
>> requirements are: exceptions reports, audit/review reports,
>> technical/process recommendations, reporting of security
>> statistics/metrics, technical standards, procedures, and guidelines, etc.
>>
>> ? Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high volume,
>> deadline-driven environment. Self-directed and motivated, with ability
>> to work independently, as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
>> Professional maturity in dealing with all levels of management and staff.
>>
>> Summary:
>>
>> Designs, codes, tests, debugs and documents complex operating software
>> applications.
>>
>> Alters and/or maintains applications dealing with the overall operating
>> system, such as sophisticated file maintenance routines, large
>> telecommunications networks, computer accounting and advanced
>> mathematical/scientific software packages.
>>
>> Supports and/or installs complex software applications.
>>
>> Participates in the testing process through test review and analysis,
>> test witnessing and certification of software.
>>
>> Performs hardware optimization through software benchmarking.
>>
>> May provide direction and support to less experienced software engineers
>> to orient them and increase their understanding of more complex software
>> engineering.
>>
>> Maintains and increases professional and technical knowledge and
>> currency by attending workshops, reviewing professional publications,
>> establishing personal networks, and participating in professional
>> societies
>>
>> Performs other duties as assigned or apparent.
>>
>> A thorough knowledge and understanding of computer science as typically
>> obtained through the completions of a Bachelor's degree in computer
>> science or a related field.
>>
>> Must have sufficient educational background and/or experience to qualify
>> incumbent to work at the highest technical level on all phases of
>> software systems programming applications.  Four -six years of software
>> programming or experience in a related field is preferred.
>>
>> A significant understanding and knowledge of commonly used concepts,
>> practices and procedures within the software programming field is
>> required.
>>
>> Experience with the supervision or direction of other software
>> development staff preferred.
>>
>> Grant D. Wills
>> *Productive Data Solutions, Inc. (PDS)*
>> 480-264-0228 <tel:480-264-0228> Office ____
>>
>> 602-697-7156 <tel:602-697-7156> Cell
>> 877-279-7379 <tel:877-279-7379> Toll Free
>> 480-907-2771 <tel:480-907-2771> eFax
>> 950 W. Elliot Road, Suite 106
>> Tempe, AZ 85284
>> http://www.pdsinc.com <http://www.pdsinc.com/>____
>>
>> http://www.linkedin.com/pub/**grant-wills/1/5a/724____<http://www.linkedin.com/pub/grant-wills/1/5a/724____>
>>
>> Make it a Productive day____
>>
>>
>>
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