Functional Analyst 12 months Brussels
Our important client is currently looking for a Functional Analyst for a 12month contract based in Brussels.
Description
We are looking for a motivated Functional Analyst with a passion for new technologies and a strong sensitivity to application security. You will join a dynamic team dedicated to addressing application security issues for solutions we develop on behalf of our clients. You will collaborate closely with developers architects and cybersecurity experts.
As a Functional Analyst Security you will be responsible for functional analysis of business needs focusing on security requirements at every stage of the application development lifecycle.
o You will draft functional and technical specifications related to the implementation of application security.
o You will participate in the definition and implementation of the Security Development Lifecycle (SDL) based on NIST best practices.
o You will collaborate with development teams to integrate security controls throughout the application lifecycle.
o You will ensure compliance with security standards and applicable regulations.
o You will actively monitor new vulnerabilities techniques and security methodologies.
o You will contribute to raising awareness among internal teams about security issues.
o You will assist in organizing application security testing.
o You will monitor emerging threats related to software vulnerabilities and identify new risks to applications.
o You will analyze vulnerability reports from both external sources (e.g. vulnerability databases) and internal sources.
Profile
With a degree in computer science you are a professional with solid experience in functional analysis and writing technical specifications. You also have a strong technical knowledge and keen interest in the security of information systems and applications. You are eager to invest in an everevolving environment where security is a critical challenge.
o You have a good understanding of software development processes (e.g. Agile DevOps).
o You are familiar with security best practices (e.g.NIST OWASP ASVS).
o You can understand and analyze complex technical issues.
o You can collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (developers architects security experts).
o You possess strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to simplify technical issues for various audiences.
o You are familiar with the concept of Software Bills of Materials (e.g. CycloneDX SPDX).
o You have knowledge of tools for security vulnerability analysis (e.g. DependencyTrack).
o You understand the different versions of the CVSS scoring system and EPSS.
o You are familiar with the principles of the Security Development Lifecycle (SDL).
o You are proficient with application lifecycle management tools (e.g. Jira Jenkins GIT).
o You have a basic understanding of cryptography authentication and access control.
o You are familiar with security frameworks (e.g. NIST ISO 27001 ASVS).
o You understand secure software architectures and threat modeling techniques.
o You have experience with vulnerability analysis tools (e.g.SASTDAST).
Proficiency in one of the two national languages along with a good understanding of the second is essential. You also possess strong writing skills in English.
To be considered please send me your CV and I will contact you as soon as possible with further details.