Tripwire, now part of Fortra, builds cybersecurity software that helps organizations identify security weaknesses, monitor system changes, and strengthen protection across enterprise IT and operational technology environments. Based in Portland, OR (onsite), this role supports the development of security applications and platforms that span vulnerability assessment, security monitoring, and system protection.
You will work on engineering efforts that include building and evolving backend services and APIs for enterprise security platforms, with a specific focus on file integrity monitoring and security configuration management. The work emphasizes secure development practices, quality through code reviews and testing, and continuous improvement across the software lifecycle.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain cybersecurity software applications.
- Build features for vulnerability assessment and security monitoring.
- Develop APIs and backend services for enterprise security platforms.
- Improve capabilities for file integrity monitoring and security configuration management.
- Identify and resolve software defects and security-related issues.
- Apply secure coding practices throughout the development process.
- Collaborate with product managers, security specialists, and engineering teams.
- Perform code reviews, testing, debugging, and performance optimization.
- Maintain technical documentation and follow established software development standards.
Requirements
- Experience in software engineering or application development.
- Proficiency in Python, Java, C++, C#, or a similar programming language.
- Understanding of cybersecurity principles and secure software development.
- Knowledge of operating systems, networking, and database technologies.
- Familiarity with REST APIs and software testing.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Technologies
Python, Java, C++, C#, REST APIs, Linux, Windows, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines
Preferred Skills
- Experience with vulnerability management or security monitoring tools.
- Knowledge of Linux and Windows system administration.
- Familiarity with cloud security and infrastructure protection.
- Understanding of file integrity monitoring and configuration management.
- Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or CI/CD pipelines.
- Knowledge of security standards and compliance frameworks.
Compensation
USD 110,000 - 145,000 per yearly
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Relocation assistance
Potential benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement savings plans, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. Confirm current benefits and eligibility with the employer.
Tripwire is focused on file integrity monitoring, security configuration management, vulnerability management, and compliance automation to help organizations strengthen security across enterprise IT and operational technology environments.
