Software Security Engineer Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Software Security Engineer:

BSc. degree in Computer Science or related field
x years of experience as a Software Security Engineer or similar role
x years of experience in software development environments (JavaScript, .NET, C/C++, Java, …)
Able to articulate, plan, implement and manage software security best practices
In-depth knowledge of various web-related technologies (such as Web applications, services, architectures etc.)
Team player
Good time-management skills
Great interpersonal and communication skills
Sense of ownership and pride in your performance and its impact on company’s success
x years of experience with building virtual or physical appliances
x years of experience with developing software
Critical thinker and problem-solving skills

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Software Security Engineer skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Software Security Engineer roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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