Security Solution Architect

We at Security Compass are on a mission to create a world where we can trust technology by enabling organizations to shift left and build secure applications by design. Our flagship product, SD Elements, helps organizations to reduce cyber risks by taking an automated, developer-centric approach to threat modeling, secure development, and compliance. This, combined with our industry-leading e-Learning offerings, allows us to support our customers in accelerating software time-to-market without sacrificing security.    

As a Security Solution Architect, you will be a key member of the Customer Success and Services Team. You will have the opportunity to work directly with our largest Enterprise customers and will work to find solutions to our customers complex technical challenges. Internally you’ll work with Customer Success, Program Management, Product Management, DevOps, Technical Support to build solutions that promote automation and adoption.

What you’ll do

• Work with key stakeholders at Security Compass including Product Management, Technical Support, Services, Research, and Operations to stay abreast of product enhancements, communicate customer needs, and deliver solutions that help clients meet their goals.
• Act as a strong customer advocate and provide client feedback to Product Management.
• Be a product expert who is first in line to learn new features and pass on product knowledge to colleagues and clients alike.
• You will consult with large enterprise customers on their DevSecOps programs and develop security and automation solutions.

What you’ll need to succeed

• A strong technical background, with a degree/diploma in Application Security, Computer Engineering or Computer Science, or equivalent industry experience.
• 5+ years experience in a support, DevOps, or technical account management role. Preferably in a SaaS environment.
• A high degree of curiosity that leads you to naturally ask probing questions, uncover customer needs, and find solutions to novel problems.
• Strong relationship-building skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to decompose complex processes into understandable components.
• Proficiency in automating and optimizing processes.
• Competent in team building and team communication strategies.
• Experience with common CI/CD processes and related tools such as, Jira, Jenkins, Artifactory, GitLab, Ansible, Terraform, and Helm.
• Experience with common languages such as Python, Bash/Shell, JavaScript, and PowerShell.
• Experience with common container orchestration technologies and platforms such as Docker, Rancher, Kubernetes, EKS, and OpenShift.
• Experience with virtualization technologies and platforms such as AWS, Azure, VMware, and Hyper-V.
• Cloud platform certification for AWS, Azure, or GCP would be an asset.
• Previous experience with the following is beneficial:
  • Application security and risk assessment.
  • Agile software development.
  • FedRAMP, ATO, NIST 800-53, CNSSI, STIG, and similar regulations, standards, and control baseline handling.

Why Security Compass?

• Meaningful Work. We contribute towards making technology in the world more secure and our vision is one of a world where we can trust technology.
• Trust.  It’s important to us that you trust those you work with and are empowered to be yourself. To build this trust and transparency, we encourage open, respectful communication.
• Innovation.  We encourage you to explore ideas and test new theories, both in your work and your passion projects. We encourage disruptive thinking. You’ll be able to spend 10% of your time working on a side-project of your choosing.
• Growth.  We make your growth and learning a priority by allocating all our employees with a dedicated learning & growth budget. We give our team members tools and support to be the drivers of their careers and encourage knowledge sharing.
• Life-Work Integration.  We create an environment where you can integrate your work with life in a way that makes sense for you with our hybrid or remote working model, flexible work hours, and unlimited vacation!
• Fun.  We could not have good culture without good fun, and we don’t underestimate its importance. Our casual atmosphere promotes camaraderie, fun and helps bring people together.
• Embracing Diversity, Inclusion and Equity.  We speak up for inclusion and celebrate diversity in thought. Our goal is to create a safe, equitable workplace where everyone feels like they belong.

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Security Compass is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to meeting the accessibility needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC). Should you require any accommodation, please inform [email protected]  so that an inclusive and barrier free process can be provided to all applicants.  All information provided will be addressed confidentially.