Software Security Developer II

Job Details Software Security Developer II - 16458
Job TitleSoftware Security Developer II
Category Software Development
Requisition Code 16458
Location US-TX-San Antonio-CSTL San Antonio, TX 78218, US
Education Bachelor's Degree
Job Type Full-time
Travel Required 0

Job Description
Do you enjoy working in a fast pace environment where your feedback and expertise on security is taken seriously? Do you get excited when given the opportunity to conduct security testing? Do you like working with diverse teams with different technical backgrounds? If this sounds like you then continue to read on.

We are looking for a Product Software Security Developer who enjoys working with the best and brightest developers here at Rackspace. You will be on the front line working with developers as new technology is being developed and deployed. As part of the product security team you will conduct vulnerability assessments on new and current web applications throughout the software development life cycle. Additionally, you will get the opportunity to provide real world' mitigation efforts by working closely with the development and QE teams.

In this role you will:
Work with cutting edge technology in the Cloud environment
Conduct vulnerability assessments (web app, penetration testing, code reviews, and host base vulnerability assessments) on web applications in development and existing environments
Create and maintain security reporting documentation to help ID security concerns, trends, resolution velocities, classify security issues, maintain security reporting logs, and maintain security wiki site
Experience with Risk Management assessments
Work closely with the development team and embed security during the entire development life cycle for assigned products
Work closely with the Quality Engineering team to develop test cases and test libraries with security as a focus
Create new or revised security measures and document the requirements into technical solutions

Job Requirements
Must Have's:
1+ years experience conducting security testing (ie web-based, penetration testing, and host base vulnerability assessments
1+ years development experience in Javascript and Python
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to communicate technical issues to nontechnical and technical audiences in written format
Experience in Excel with understanding of statical analysis
Demonstrate ability in discovering vulnerabilities such as XSS, XSRF, SQL injection, cookie manipulation, SSL, VPN, DMZ, encryption, and more
Understanding of encryption standards and protocols
Ability to perform code reviews and communicate analysis to technical and non-technical teams in written and oral formats
Understanding of authentication methodologies and protocols
Knowledge in MySQL or Oracle
Understanding of network and web protocols (HTTP, ipsec, TCP/IP, etc)
Understanding of critical protocols (IPSEC, AES, GRE, IKE, MD5, SHA, 3DES)
Understanding of network security architecture, including the application of Defense-In-Depth principles
Ability to work in a team environment, triage issues, and prioritize tasks
Strong problem solving, interpersonal, and time management skills
Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, closely related field, or work experience

Nice to Have's:
Project Management Experience
Technical writing
Knowledge of node.js
Technical certifications (ie, CISSP)
Understanding of OWASP security concepts
Experience working in the cloud computing industry
Development experience in PHP and Ruby
Experience in deploying the Security Development LifeCycle
Agile project mythology experience

Why Here? Why Now?
About Rackspace Hosting

Rackspace Hosting is the service leader in cloud computing, and the founder of OpenStack, an open source cloud platform. However, for our employees (we call them Rackers ) we are much more than a hosting company. Rackspace offers a vibrant company culture filled with compelling work and fun. We are as Fanatical about serving our clients as we are about building the future of technology.

But, don't take it from us
- Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For 2008, 2009, 2011
- Forbes Top 100 Best Small Companies 2010
- Computer World's Best Places to Work in IT 2010
- Bloomberg Business Week Top 100 Performing Technology Company 2010
- InformationWeek Top Technology Innovators Across America 2010
- Info-Tech Champion in Cloud Infrastructure 2010

Culture
As employees of Rackspace, we are not simply a number we are Rackers. With that title comes a responsibility that we all feel. It's a responsibility to embody and live the values that make our organization unique and special. It's also a natural responsibility because the values we embrace were created by us in the first place. Learn more about our culture on our website.

Rackspace Hosting is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of the employee assigned to this job.