Principal Software Technologist - Secure Software Delivery Developer

Principal Software Technologist - Secure Software Delivery Developer

Join us as a Principal Software Technologist in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada to do the best work of your career and make a profound social impact.

What you’ll achieve

This role is responsible for integrating security into every phase of the software development and deployment lifecycle, automating CI/CD pipelines, and managing automated scans of code (e.g., SAST, DAST, SCA) within fast-paced development environment. In this role, you will act as the primary contact for supported application vulnerability management activities, responds to reported security vulnerabilities, drives the development team to remediate applicable vulnerabilities and is responsible to adhere to Security Patch and Dell Vulnerability Management. You will work closely with development, operations, and security teams to ensure robust, secure, and compliant delivery of applications, with a focus on Vulnerability detection and remediation with Dell development and Security teams. 

You will:

•    Perform web application vulnerability scans and Identifies vulnerabilities within Dell/EMC proprietary code (Cross Site Scripting (XSS), SQL Injection, Cookie issues)
•    Design, implement, and manage CI/CD pipelines with integrated security gates and automation tools, participate in and/or leads testing activities to verify fixes for identified vulnerabilities
•    Collaborate with InfoSec to integrate compliance and security scanning tools (e.g., SAST, DAST, SCA) into build pipelines, collaborate with development teams on secure coding practices, especially in Go (Golang)-based applications
•    Conduct vulnerability assessments and assist in remediation strategies, conduct technical analysis for remediating vulnerabilities
•    Provide documentation and knowledge transfer to operations and development teams, support DevSecOps integrations and automation within Go (Golang) environments and microservices

Take the first step towards your dream career

Every Dell Technologies team member brings something unique to the table. Here’s what we are looking for with this role:

Essential Requirements

• 3-6 years of experience in DevOps, Security Engineering, or related technical roles

• Proficiency in at least one scripting language (e.g., Bash, Python, PowerShell)

• Strong experience with CI/CD platforms (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, GitHub Actions)

• Hands-on experience with scanning tools such as CheckMarx, Sonarqube and TwistLock

Desirable Requirements

• Certifications such as: CompTIA Security+, CySA+, Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), Certified DevSecOps Professional, experience with Zero Trust Architecture or NIST 800-53 compliance frameworks

• Familiarity with version control systems like Git and artifact repositories (e.g., Nexus, Artifactory)

Benefits and Perks of working at Dell Technologies

Your life. Your health. Supported by your benefits. You can explore the overall benefits experience that awaits you as a Dell Technologies team member — right now at MyWellatDell.com

Who we are

We believe that each of us has the power to make an impact. That’s why we put our team members at the center of everything we do. If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow your career with some of the best minds and most advanced tech in the industry, we’re looking for you.

Dell Technologies is a unique family of businesses that helps individuals and organizations transform how they work, live and play. Join us to build a future that works for everyone because Progress Takes All of Us.

Dell Canada Inc. (“Dell”) is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and communities in which we live and serve, and creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach her/his potential. We welcome applications from: women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, visible minorities, and others who may contribute to diversification.

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