SaaS Security Posture Management Associate Developer

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The SSPM Associate Developer supports the development, maintenance, and operation of the SSPM capability. This role focuses on assisting with SaaS integrations, monitoring platform performance, and supporting data ingestion pipelines. The Associate Developer partners with senior engineers and analysts to help ensure reliable SaaS security visibility and contribute to automation and platform improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining SSPM integrations with SaaS platforms and internal systems
• Support monitoring of platform availability, performance, and data ingestion pipelines
• Help build and maintain API-based integrations under guidance from senior engineers
• Contribute to automation for onboarding and configuration checks
• Troubleshoot basic integration and data issues with support from senior team members
• Collaborate with SSPM analysts, IAM, and application teams to understand requirements
• Support platform upgrades, enhancements, and documentation efforts
• Identify and suggest opportunities for process and efficiency improvements

Required Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in software development, security, or IT engineering roles
• Experience working with APIs and scripting (Python, JavaScript, or similar)
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and SaaS applications
• Understanding of data handling and basic troubleshooting
• Strong willingness to learn and develop technical skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to SaaS Security Posture Management, cloud security, or application security
• Basic knowledge of authentication methods (OAuth, SAML)
• Familiarity with data pipelines or logging tools
• Awareness of security frameworks such as NIST CSF

Special Factors

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.