Merck Group

Applications Security Analyst

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Job Description

Work Your Magic with us!Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.Your role: As an Application Security Analyst, you will proactively think like an attacker to identify, exploit, and remediate critical application vulnerabilities, ensuring the resilience of our systems. Leveraging your deep technical expertise, you will secure our software through advanced security testing, secure configuration management, and robust deployment methodologies. This role demands a strong analytical mindset to assess the attack surface, estimate the operational impact of incidents, and document controls clearly, making you a vital guardian of our information systems and security posture.Who You AreService-related expert knowledgeExperienced in developing/programmingSecure configuration management techniquesKnowledge of software quality assurance processKnowledge of secure software deployment methodologies and toolsAbility to document technical concise and understandablyExperience in the use of Application Security Testing toolsUnderstanding of the attack surface and company security postureKnowledge in log analysis and troubleshooting of issuesAdvanced knowledge of application related vulnerabilitiesCyber security and technical knowledgeExperienced in discerning the protection needs (i.e., security controls) of information systems and networksExperienced in estimating specific operational impacts of cybersecurity incidents caused in applicationsKnowledge of system and application security threats and vulnerabilities (e.g., buffer overflow, cross-site scripting, etc.)Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and organizational requirements (relevant to confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication, non-repudiation)Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and methods that apply to software developmentConsideration of laws, regulations, policies, and ethics (GDPR, etc.)Communication and teamworkTechnical writingExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent team player that demonstrates proactivenessStrong analytical and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectivelySalary starts at 2.800 EUR and is dependent upon relevant experience.What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!

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