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Security Engineer

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Sonar

Sonar

501-1,000 employees

Tools for code quality and security

Enterprise Software
Cybersecurity

Senior, Expert

Austin, TX, USA

Position requires onsite presence in Austin.

Category
Cybersecurity
IT & Security
Required Skills
Microsoft Azure
AWS
Google Cloud Platform
Requirements
  • 5 years experience with AWS architectures, services, and security including IAM Access Analyzer
  • Extensive experience with CI/CD platforms
  • Experience with application security assessment methods and reviews including authentication and authorization.
  • Pen-Testing experience
  • CVE investigation and management
  • End-point security such as CrowdStrike and CyberArk
  • Cloud network and firewall management
  • Azure and GCP platform experience is a plus.
Responsibilities
  • Work with the engineering teams to design and implement security solutions
  • Investigate and resolve security issues
  • Run internal and external security reviews and pen-testing campaigns
  • Review engineering product architecture and solutions to ensure integration of security requirements
  • Investigate and manage CVE and cloud platform configuration
  • Manage and adjust cloud networks and firewalls
  • Procurement, design, and implementation of new security solutions and features
  • Develop and improve security solutions and tools for cloud platforms and end-point controls such as admin, malware, DLP, private browser, VPN, and hardening.

SonarSource provides tools that help improve code quality and security for software developers. Their main products include SonarLint, an IDE plugin that gives real-time feedback on code as it is being written; SonarQube, a self-managed solution that analyzes and reports on code quality; and SonarCloud, a cloud-based service that offers similar features to SonarQube but is managed in the cloud. What sets SonarSource apart from its competitors is its strong focus on the "Clean Code" philosophy, which promotes writing code that is easy to understand and maintain. The company's goal is to help developers and organizations create clean, secure, and reliable software, serving a diverse range of clients from small startups to large enterprises.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$457M

Headquarters

Vernier, Switzerland

Founded

2008

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

6%

1 year growth

10%

2 year growth

42%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The appointment of Lynne Doherty as President of Field Operations is likely to drive revenue growth and enhance customer success, positioning Sonar for its next phase of growth.
  • SonarSource's tools are used by over 400,000 organizations globally, reflecting strong market penetration and a broad customer base.
  • Recent updates, such as the new SAST tool supporting thousands of open-source libraries, demonstrate Sonar's commitment to innovation and staying ahead in the market.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in code quality and security tools is intense, with major players like GitHub and JetBrains posing significant threats.
  • Rapid expansion and new leadership roles, such as the appointment of a new co-CEO, could lead to strategic misalignments and operational challenges.

What makes Sonar unique

  • SonarSource's focus on 'Clean Code' philosophy sets it apart by emphasizing code that is easy to understand, maintain, and secure, unlike competitors who may prioritize speed over quality.
  • Their comprehensive suite of tools—SonarLint, SonarQube, and SonarCloud—caters to different needs from real-time feedback in IDEs to cloud-based code analysis, offering a versatile solution unmatched by single-purpose tools.
  • The company's subscription-based model ensures continuous revenue, allowing for ongoing investment in product development and customer support, unlike competitors who may rely on one-time sales.