Software Security Analyst

Our Radio Products Team is seeking a hybrid Software Security Analyst. You would be a member of the Cyber Security Team working on next generation self-networking hand-held software defined radios and associated companion products for domestic and foreign defense forces. Specifically, you are responsible for evaluating to ensure that TrellisWare software radio products are designed and implemented with security as a core requirement utilizing defensive radio product security measures. The Software Security Analyst is expected to perform vulnerability assessment and penetration testing, threat modeling, incident response, ensure regulator compliance and policy enforcement while building trust with the end customer. A typical day might start with you working in your personal office researching emerging threats, and hacking techniques. It could move into one of our many state-of-the-art labs with your teammates to conduct a vulnerability assessment and risk analysis.

Responsibilities

Conduct software product security assessments and vulnerability testing; Regular scanning and penetration testing; Threat analysis; Static and dynamic analysis and security testing; Maintain currency of evolving security threats, technologies, and regulatory changes; Analyze and review functional system design specifications and ensure security policy compliance; Participate in software system architectural and component design reviews; Reverse engineer software components for hidden bugs or malicious code; Evaluate and ensure secure COMSEC key and certificate distribution, authentication, and assignment; Investigate security related incidents; Determine root cause and verify mitigation updates; Document and present product security compliance using standard professional practices and corporate defined engineering processes; FIPS 140 compliance; NIST STIG compliance; Develop relationships with team members built on trust and respect

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or Information Technology or related field; Minimum of 5 years’ industry experience with at least three years in software development and at least two years in auditing and vulnerability testing; Proficiency with Python, C/C++ and an understanding of operating systems and network protocols; Experience performing penetration testing (ethical hacking) and security scans; At least one certification: CompTIA Security+, CISSP, OSCP, or SANS/GIAC; Experience with the full software development life cycle, including system design, threat modeling, and secure code implementation; Familiarity with encryption devices and secure key management; Familiarity with embedded software defined tactical radio security; Experience with threat modeling, secure coding practices, and identification of software vulnerabilities; Experience with cybersecurity scanning tools: Nessus, Qualys VMDR, Trivy, or Rapid7; Experience with NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls or OWASP; C++, Python, or Java; Distributed revision control systems (GitHub); Analytical, detail-oriented, able to communicate thought process written and verbally; Able to work independently and in a team environment; Strong collaborative drive and interpersonal skills; Strong initiative, proactive work ethic and prioritization skills; Trustworthy judgment and analytical problem-solving skills; Effective execution and decision making; Champion of change and promotes innovation; Strong written and verbal communication skills; U.S. Citizenship