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Application Security Engineer

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13 days ago
Palo Alto, CA, USAMid Level / Senior
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Base Salary

$200k - $340k/yr

Responsibilities

  • Conduct in-depth code reviews and static analysis to identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities.
  • Design and implement secure coding guidelines and best practices for development teams.
  • Collaborate closely with development teams to integrate security practices throughout the CI/CD pipeline.
  • Perform threat modeling and risk assessments for applications, developing mitigation strategies.
  • Manage vulnerability tracking and remediation efforts, providing guidance to development teams.
  • Support incident response activities related to application security.
  • Stay current on emerging security threats and trends in cloud-native technologies and AI.
  • Evaluate and secure software supply chains, including producing and maintaining Software Bills of Materials (SBOMs).
  • Address security concerns specific to AI and machine learning models.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
  • 3-5 years of experience in application security with a focus on code security practices.
  • Deep understanding of secure coding practices, application security frameworks, and common vulnerabilities.
  • Proficiency in Python or Rust programming languages and experience with secure coding practices.
  • Experience securing CI/CD pipelines and implementing DevSecOps practices.
  • Familiarity with software supply chain security and SBOM generation tools.
  • Experience with security testing tools and static/dynamic code analysis.
  • Understanding of AI/ML security implications, particularly those outlined in the OWASP LLM Top 10.
  • Excellent communication skills to explain complex security issues to various audiences.

Benefits

  • Equity in the company.
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
  • Access to a 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Short & long-term disability insurance.
  • Life insurance and various other discounts and perks.

Tech Stack

AWSAzureGoogle Cloud PlatformPythonRust