Secure Software Development Lifecycle Specialist - USDS
Secure Software Development Lifecycle Specialist - USDS
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Responsibilities
The SSDLC Specialist is tasked with collaborating across cross-functional teams to promote security and compliance best practices throughout the enterprise. They should be aware of current policies and procedures and ensure they are being followed properly. The specialist should have experience working with development teams to deliver secure products.
Responsibilities:
- Partnering with Developers and Global Security teams to review upcoming features and implement security best-practices
- Perform internal and external reviews to assess security maturity and assure that security principles are correctly applied
- Analyze review results to identify recommended security and supply chain management process improvements
- Interpret and implement applicable standards and regulations as they apply to products, processes, and practices
- Support regulatory compliance monitoring and reporting
- Support exception handling and escalation
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
-Working knowledge/experience with Build and Deploy tooling and technologies (Maven, Artifactory, Jenkins, etc...)
-Working knowledge of vulnerability chaining techniques in web applications to maximize the impact of an attack and a basic understanding of encryption concepts
-Ability to describe inherent weaknesses in web technology and protocols to cross-functional audiences
- Ability to work alongside other security functions to determine vulnerability impact and appropriate mitigations
- Ability to examine issues both strategically and analytically.
- Ability to conduct root cause analysis against vulnerabilities and determine feasible technical solutions.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- CISSP, CISM, or equivalent certification
- Software development experience
- Familiarity with vulnerability management across SaaS and IaaS cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud, etc.)
- Working knowledge/experience with Python, SQL and REST APIs
- Ability to handle ambiguity and collaborate with a global team
- Ability to coach junior staff and contractors
About USDS
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. U.S. Data Security (“USDS”) is a subsidiary of TikTok in the U.S. This new, security-first division was created to bring heightened focus and governance to our data protection policies and content assurance protocols to keep U.S. users safe. Our focus is on providing oversight and protection of the TikTok platform and U.S. user data, so millions of Americans can continue turning to TikTok to learn something new, earn a living, express themselves creatively, or be entertained. The teams within USDS that deliver on this commitment daily span across Trust & Safety, Security & Privacy, Engineering, User & Product Ops, Corporate Functions and more.
Data Security Statement
This role requires the ability to work with and support systems designed to protect sensitive data and information. As such, this role will be subject to strict national security-related screening.
Why Join Us
Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we work towards every day.
We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.
Diversity & Inclusion
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
Acknowledgment of Country
In the spirit of reconciliation, TikTok acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
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