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Security Solutions Architect

AT Autodesk
Autodesk

Security Solutions Architect

San Francisco, CA

Job Requisition ID #

24WD82206

Responsibilities: Develop and oversee the implementation of information security procedures and policies. Build, maintain, and upgrade security technology for the safe use of computer networks and the transmission and retrieval of information. Design and implement appropriate security controls to identify vulnerabilities and protect digital files and electronic infrastructures. Enable Autodesk Builders to make best-practice security decisions so they can quickly navigate the rapidly changing security domain. You will use your background in numerous Security and technology disciplines, including systems architecture, software architecture, cloud systems or network and software engineering to deliver foundational standards, design patterns, and references as well as impactful guidance for Autodesk applications and supporting technologies. Collaborate horizontally across Autodesk to ensure multi-domain Security Strategy navigation for the Security division and its initiatives. Enable security in the full spectrum Autodesk product lifecycles--from inception, design, development, testing, all the way to operation and response. Collaborate to create and drive new security standards, reference designs, templates, and other architecture artifacts for application, network, system, and cloud patterns. Perform Gap analysis and model security need vs implementation in products, product environments, and business-systems. Explore new and emerging technologies to identify security solutions to fill gaps or enhance capability and security value. Apply and convey risk calculations to security data at scale to enable strategic decision making. Apply systems design and thinking to organize and make sense of Security at scale. Experience and expertise in performing activities like threat modeling, penetration testing, vulnerability management, systems and network engineering, application engineering, DevOps/DevSecOps, secure coding guidance and reviews, security testing, and vulnerability triage across various applications. Provide hands-on remediation guidance to development teams and confer with Architects, Security Leadership, Systems Analysts, Engineers, Programmers and others to design system and to obtain information on project limitations and capabilities. Develop and direct software system testing and validation procedures, artifacts, programming, and documentation while working as part of a team of security architects. Understand existing processes and identify how to improve and streamline them. Stay connected with the broader security community and research areas of improvement in order to successfully modify existing software to correct errors, allow it to adapt to new hardware, or to improve its performance. Must be available to work on projects at various, unanticipated sites throughout the United States. Telecommuting is permitted.

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Minimum Requirements: Master's degree in Information Assurance, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or related field and 3 years of experience in the job offered or in a software engineer/security analyst-related occupation. Must be available to work on projects at various, unanticipated sites throughout the United States. Telecommuting is permitted.

Special Requirements: Position requires at least 2 years of experience in each of the following skills:

  • Assist with leading security lifecycle architecture and technical assessments using tools such as Qualys, Nessus, Nmap, Metasploit.
  • Secure software development lifecycle including manual and automated application security testing with tools such as Checkmarx, Acunetix, Burpsuite.
  • Protect customer data and investment by strengthening applications, underlying services and network.
  • Automate security assessments using python, bash/shell scripting etc.
  • Evangelize security best practices to improve network, system, and application architectures, with talks, presentations and technical write-ups
  • Function as technical point of contact for development teams as it relates to security guidance
  • Experience working in improving security posture of cloud (SaaS) applications
  • Provide guidance to remediate existing/emerging security threats such as SQL Injection, Cross-site scripting, Remote Code Execution and other web application vulnerabilities from OWASP top 10 and CWE top 25 standards

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About Autodesk

Welcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software - from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made.

We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk - our Culture Code is at the core of everything we do. Our values and ways of working help our people thrive and realize their potential, which leads to even better outcomes for our customers.

When you're an Autodesker, you can be your whole, authentic self and do meaningful work that helps build a better future for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!

Benefits

From health and financial benefits to time away and everyday wellness, we give Autodeskers the best, so they can do their best work. Learn more about our benefits in the U.S. by visiting https://benefits.autodesk.com/

Salary transparency

Salary is one part of Autodesk's competitive compensation package. For U.S.-based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $180,960 - $190,000/year. Offers are based on the candidate's experience and geographic location. In addition to base salaries, we also have a significant emphasis on annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At Autodesk, we're building a diverse workplace and an inclusive culture to give more people the chance to imagine, design, and make a better world. Autodesk is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. We also consider for employment all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

Diversity & Belonging

We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging and an equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. Learn more here: https://www.autodesk.com/company/diversity-and-belonging

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At Autodesk, we're building a diverse workplace and an inclusive culture to give more people the chance to imagine, design, and make a better world. Autodesk is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. We also consider for employment all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

Are you an existing contractor or consultant with Autodesk? Please search for open jobs and apply internally (not on this external site). If you have any questions or require support, contact Autodesk Careers.

Client-provided location(s): San Francisco, CA, USA
Job ID: autodesk-24WD82206
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • FSA
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Work-From-Home Stipend
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Some Meals Provided
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Pet-friendly Office
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Company Outings
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Leave of Absence
    • Paid Vacation
    • Sabbatical
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
    • Performance Bonus
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Company Equity
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
  • Professional Development

    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Promote From Within
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Mentor Program
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Professional Coaching
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led
    • Black founded/led
    • BIPOC founded/led
    • Latinx founded/led
    • Asian founded/led
    • LGBTQ+ founded/led
    • Veteran founded/led