Senior Security Analyst - SaaS Applications

SUMMARY

We’re seeking an experienced Senior Security Analyst to assess, monitor, and improve the security configuration and risk posture of our SaaS applications. This role will work closely with IT, Security, and Business teams to ensure compliance with security best practices, regulatory requirements, and internal policies. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of cloud-based SaaS environments, security frameworks, and risk assessment methodologies. 

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Evaluate the security configuration, access controls, and risk posture of SaaS applications used across the organization. Secure single-sign on platforms and enforce strong access controls across SaaS and in-house systems.
• Implement and maintain continuous monitoring processes to detect misconfigurations, access anomalies, and potential security threats. 
• Assist in compliance audits and security certifications by providing necessary documentation and technical insights. 
• Work with IT and business stakeholders to integrate security controls into SaaS procurement and governance processes. 
• Stay up to date with emerging SaaS security threats, trends, and regulatory changes to enhance the security posture of the organization.
• Conduct security assessments, gap analyses, and risk evaluations for new and existing SaaS applications.
• Monitor third-party risk exposure, reviewing vendor security practices, data protection measures, and incident response plans. 
• Establish and document security requirements and best practices for SaaS onboarding, configuration, and lifecycle management.
• Work to automate processes to streamline and work more efficiently as we continue to grow.
• Collaborate and build relationships with multiple teams throughout the organization, including IT, software engineering, and DevOps.
• Influence Wiz's internal security strategy, to develop and execute security initiatives to meet our objectives, and to define the criteria and measurements that we use to assess our progress. 

WHAT YOU’LL BRING 

• 5+ years of experience in the following areas:
  • Identity, authentication, and access management
  • Saas Application Integration and configuration management
  • Performing security and configuration assessments
  • Working knowledge of compliance standards and risk mitigation 

• Experience securing key enterprise systems, including e-mail and communications, developer tools, customer relationship management, and back-office functions  
• Strong problem-solving abilities 
• Experience working with remote, globally distributed teams
• Demonstrated proficiency in working with cross-functional teams, including IT, Security, GRC and other business owners 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field and / or candidates with equivalent job experience in lieu of a degree
• Proven experience in SaaS application integration and secure configuration management 
• Experience working in organizations that develop software and / or operate managed infrastructure and technology services for their own customers
• Experience working in organizations that develop and operate Software as a Service 
• Basic scripting skills in Python, PowerShell or Bash
• Information Security and Cloud-Relevant certifications are preferred 

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the country where the position is based, without the need for visa sponsorship. This role does not offer visa sponsorship.

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