The Security Specialist – Sdlc

Merck & Co., Inc.

Rahway, NJ, USA
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Secure sdlc principles knowledge
Itil framework understanding
Agile framework experience
** Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a Security Specialist focused on the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) to enhance security controls and compliance within their development processes. The ideal candidate will possess strong understanding of Secure SDLC principles, risk management, and collaboration with technical teams to ensure secure application development. **

Job Summary

  • The role is responsible for embedding security controls and compliance requirements across all phases of the System Development Life Cycle.
  • Candidates will act as a trusted security advisor to engineering teams while ensuring solutions are secure-by-design without hindering velocity.
  • The position offers a hybrid work environment with competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic team.

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** Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a Security Specialist focused on the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) to enhance security controls and compliance within their development processes. The ideal candidate will possess strong understanding of Secure SDLC principles, risk management, and collaboration with technical teams to ensure secure application development. **

Salary

Not specified; Competitive salary and benefits package mentioned

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Secure SDLC principles knowledge
  • ITIL Framework understanding
  • AGILE Framework experience
  • SNOW and JIRA proficiency
  • Application security design reviews
  • Risk assessment and mitigation

Nice-to-have

  • Strong stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to balance security with delivery
  • Analytical mindset with documentation
  • Collaboration with Security Operations
  • Cloud-security initiatives exposure

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • ITIL Foundation v4 certification preferred
  • Experience in large regulated environments like pharma
  • Jira/Service Now/Confluence certifications preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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