Application Security Trainer

Job Title: Application Security Trainer
Location: Reston, Virginia 20190 (Hybrid 3 Days onsite)
Duration: 4+ Months
Job id – 170220

provided details about the role, emphasizing that the trainer will be part of the "Security Coaches and Advisors" program. This program trains developers in application security to ensure no vulnerabilities are introduced into production. The training is hands-on and provided by a third-party vendor called Appsec Engineer. The program has been running since 2021, with four cohorts per year and over 256 developers trained
The day-to-day responsibilities of the trainer include running cohorts, teaching cybersecurity with a focus on application security, and collaborating with developers to address any issues they may have. The trainer should have a good understanding of application security and be able to explain vulnerabilities and remediation techniques to developers
The meeting also covered the interview process, which will be twofold: the first round conducted by advisors and leads, and the second round by the manager. The candidate must be local to Reston, Virginia, and have a strong understanding of application security
There were several questions from the attendees about the role, including the difference between a security advisor and a security coach, the criteria for the program, and the interview process. The meeting concluded with a reminder to fill the position quickly.

Job Description:

• Security Trainers
• Content Design: Collaborate with Security Coaches, Security Advisors and SME(s) to design the training modules to align with industry and client based security best practices.
• Content Development: The trainers develop the presentation once the design is reviewed and approved by functional area SMEs and Security advisors.
• Content Delivery: Upon final review/approval from the functional area SME’s, and the Information Security Trainers deliver the presentation to the different security cohorts
• Create and update training materials as new tech capabilities, patterns are fielded, or processes are created or modified
• Research, recommend and provide as necessary processes, industry standards and other means that enhance the quality, efficiency, and productivity of the program
• Host weekly Cohort training sessions
• Host Bi-Weekly Office hours for Q& A
• Information Security Trainers are responsible for closing feedback loop from the cohorts and customers, by bringing back the topics of interest back to the program backlog.
• Excellent work ethics and organizational, reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
• Knowledge of computer languages like Python, Java, JavaScript, and C++
• Information Security Trainers are responsible to generate the cohort user progress report bi-weekly.
• Ad hoc training to address newly identified security related issues/ topics tailored to client environment and setup
• Generate FAQ/community of best practices

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Pay Range: $60 - $70

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