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Application Security Engineer-Information Security

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First American

First American

10,001+ employees

Provides title insurance and real estate services

Real Estate
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$95.4k - $158.9kAnnually

Senior, Expert

Orange, CA, USA

Candidates local to work on a hybrid basis in Santa Ana, CA.

Category
Cybersecurity
IT & Security
Required Skills
Microsoft Azure
Python
Communications
Java
AWS
Google Cloud Platform
Requirements
  • Bachelors degree in Information Security or Computer Science or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of experience in Application Security
  • Experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP cloud platforms
  • Experience with APIs and DevSec practices
  • Strong understanding of web application security principles
  • Experience with security testing tools and methodologies
  • Development background with one or more of programming languages, C#, C++, Java, Python, .Net
  • Experience performing manual code reviews
  • Experience in developing and maturing CI/CD pipeline with regards to code quality and detecting vulnerabilities
  • Expert knowledge of OWASP Top 10 or CWE as well as understanding of common software threats and mitigations
  • Must be process and detail oriented, ability to create detailed process documentation
  • Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex security issues to technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
Responsibilities
  • Strong ability to work with stakeholders and being able to explain code issues and fixes to development community.
  • Work closely with developers on a day-to-day basis to ensure all projects follow the SDLC process and all code in the environment is scanned and remediated.
  • You will be responsible for managing respective code scanning tools in the stack and day to day operational management of the tools.
  • Interface with development and security architecture teams on topics related to application security. For example: vulnerability remediation, best practices, threat modeling, etc.
  • Interface with the vulnerability management team to ensure vulnerabilities identified are reported and validated according to SLA’s.
  • Develop KPIs and KRIs for the Enterprise Application Security program.
  • Some manual testing activities validate vulnerability or penetration testing findings.
  • Weekend and night work may be needed at times based on project, support, and business needs.

First American provides title insurance, specialty insurance, and various real estate-related services. Their title insurance protects buyers from potential ownership disputes and ensures smooth real estate transactions by offering professional settlement services. The company also offers a platform called myFirstAm®, which allows users to access property information, maps, and manage orders conveniently. Unlike many competitors, First American has a vast database of over 5.5 billion document images and property information covering 99% of the U.S. housing stock, which enhances their data solutions for clients. The goal of First American is to facilitate real estate transactions while protecting investments and providing comprehensive support to homebuyers, real estate professionals, and lenders.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$800.2M

Headquarters

Santa Ana, California

Founded

1889

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • First American's strategic acquisitions, such as Mother Lode Holding Company, enhance its market position and service offerings.
  • The company's focus on digital transformation, evidenced by the acquisition of Docutech, positions it well for future growth in the digital mortgage space.
  • Being recognized as a Fortune 100 Best Company to Work For highlights a positive work culture and strong employee satisfaction.

What critics are saying

  • The recent data breach allegations could damage First American's reputation and customer trust.
  • The highly competitive real estate and insurance markets require continuous innovation to maintain market share.

What makes First American unique

  • First American's comprehensive suite of services, from title insurance to real estate data solutions, offers a one-stop-shop for real estate transactions, unlike competitors who may specialize in only one area.
  • Their proprietary platform, myFirstAm®, provides seamless access to property information and transaction management, setting them apart in terms of technological integration.
  • The company's extensive database, covering 99% of U.S. housing stock, provides unparalleled data insights for real estate and mortgage decisions.

Benefits

401k matching

Health, vision, dental insurance

Professional development