Associate, Code Review & Security Assessment - Remote

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KPMG is currently seeking an Associate, Security Assessment to join our Digital Nexus organization. This is a remote work opportunity.

Responsibilities:

• Perform hands-on source code review as well as static and dynamic program analysis, auditing results and offering plans for vulnerability remediation and/or mitigation
• Work with development and project teams to promote and ensure the use of secure coding practices
• Utilize knowledge and understanding of application architecture, design, and development and secure coding principles and emerging standards to identify findings and clearly communicate risks and possible remediation
• Provide guidance to developers on recommended controls and countermeasures and interact with stakeholders
• Maintain awareness of the current security threat landscape

Qualifications:

• Minimum one year of recent experience working with common and emerging security risks, such as OWASP Top 10, SANS Tops 25
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred
• Experience in application development and knowledge of programming/scripting languages i.e. C#, Java, JavaScript, SQL, and Python
• Knowledge of secure software development methodologies, tools for static and dynamic application analysis and Information Security and code review
• Strong verbal/written communication, problem solving and organizational skills to support an environment driven by customer service and teamwork
• Ability to build productive relationships with peers

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