Senior Software Assurance Engineer

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Software Assurance Engineer to guide a team in identifying and mitigating cybersecurity risks in complex software systems. In this role, you will combine technical expertise with leadership skills to oversee code analysis, vulnerability detection, and the development of risk mitigation strategies. Your work will directly enhance the security posture of critical software applications, ensuring compliance with best practices and safeguarding mission-essential systems.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (*Essential functions)

• Leads a team of software assurance analysts in the analysis of complicated software programs to identify cybersecurity weaknesses and vulnerabilities using automated tools and manual processes. *
• Prepares software risk reports based upon identified cybersecurity weaknesses and vulnerabilities. *
• Prepares and presents briefings on software risks and provides recommendations on corrections and mitigations. *
• Reviews documentation from software developers to ensure compliance with code development and software security best practices. *
• Provides weekly status reports and updates to supervisor. *
• Conducts advanced research on software assurance tools and technologies.

At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our "Family of Professionals!" Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefits here

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 8-15 years related experience
• Strong understanding of secure coding practices, software development lifecycles, and relevant security frameworks (e.g., OWASP, NIST)
• Ability to analyze both source code and binary executables.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical reporting and stakeholder briefings.
• Active Secret Clearance; US Citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading a team of software assurance analysts in conducting software security assessments.
• Experience conducting software security assessments using automated Static Application Security Testing (SAST) tools.
• Experience conducting software security assessments using automated Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST) tools.
• Experience categorizing software weaknesses using the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) catalog.
• Experience calculating software cybersecurity risk using the Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) or similar software risk scoring methodologies.
• Experience analyzing software for Aviation and Missile Systems.

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.