SaaS Security Posture Management Associate Developer

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.