AWS Security Specialist
Sonar’s industry leading solution solves the trillion-dollar challenge of bad code, equipping developers and organizations to reach a problem-free state in their codebase with Clean Code. Through its unique Clean as You Code methodology, the organization has empowered 7 million developers and 400,000 organizations across the globe to systematically deliver better software.
The Impact you can have
SonarSource has an objective to ensure the security of our products and the security of our organization meet stringent standards to demonstrate to our rapidly growing customer base how seriously we take security.
To achieve this goal, we are looking for a talented Security Specialist with strong AWS experience to join the team to continue to raise the bar for our security processes, procedures, and controls and to ensure that, across our cloud platform, our software delivery pipelines and our operational activities, they are designed, implemented and monitored to levels that will satisfy an independent audit.
On a daily basis, you will
- Be responsible for ensuring that the company's digital assets are protected on the AWS platform, and on-premise by preventing, detecting, and managing cyber threats
- Designing, implementing and reviewing AWS architectures
- Designing, implementing, and monitoring robust security processes and controls
- Conducting security assessments through vulnerability testing and risk analysis
- Working with the product teams to implement controls and resolve vulnerabilities
- Work with service management to own security incidents and analyze any security incidents to identify the root cause
- Contribute expert knowledge for AWS best practices, incident response, business continuity, disaster recovery plans, and vendor management
- Periodically reporting on risk and key indices
The skills you will demonstrate
- You have a solid experience in the implementation of AWS Managed Services through Infrastructure as Code.
- You have a keen interest and understanding of the cyber security risks associated with various technologies and how to manage them through tactical and strategic controls
- You have analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and assess risks, threats, patterns, and trends
- You have an excellent working knowledge of various security technologies such as network and application firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention, vulnerability scanning, composition analysis, and anti-virus
- You have an excellent working knowledge of a broad range of AWS Managed Services
- You have solutions for AWS monitoring, log analysis, and alerting tools
- You are comfortable working with AWS CFN, CDK, Linux, Git, Python, PostgreSQL
- You have an interest in deepening your experience in Security Operation domains, such as; Attack analysis, Forensic analysis, and Threat intelligence
- You either hold or are in the process of obtaining AWS Security Specialty certification
- You have knowledge of Azure and Google Cloud services and security practices
- You are a friendly, enthusiastic, and organized team player
- You actively share your knowledge and give and receive feedback, to improve the team and yourself
- You are fluent in English, both written and spoken
Why you will love it here
• We value a safe work culture - founded in respect, kindness, and the right to fail.
• We hire great people - we value communication skills as much as technical prowes and we strive to create a work enviornment that allows for everyone to succeed and feel empowered to do their best work. Our 500+ SonarSourcers from 35 different nationalities can relate!
• Work-life balance - a healthy work-life balance is very important at Sonar. This is reflected in our hybrid work policy (2-3 days/week in the office).
• Flexible hours - we schedule our days in order to be effective at work, while also being able to enjoy life’s important moments.
• We promote continuous learning - in an ever-changing industry, learning new skills is the key to growth and success! We're happy to support all employees in this journey if desired.
What we do
As Home of Clean Code, Sonar is the ultimate solution to achieving Clean Code for developers and organizations alike.
The company was formed to develop the open-source tool SonarQube, which has since become the go-to standard in code quality management. We strive every day to pave the way for developers, tackling the toughest issues head-on and pushing the limits of what’s possible.
Who we are
At Sonar we believe in people, dedication, and innovation. We’re a team of problem solvers who are passionate and relentless in their respective missions. We want to work with people who are ready and willing to fasten their seat belts and be part of an incredible ride!
Our Core Values are: Smarter Together, Excellence, Innovation, and Delivery. They reflect our unique culture and we expect them to help shape and positively strengthen our organization.
If you want to learn more about our culture, check out our blog post.
Join us; we’ll be smarter and stronger together!
Sonar is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to treating every employee with equal respect and fairness. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of discrimination. All candidates will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.