Application Security Engineering Lead

Citibank (Switzerland) AG; Hyderabad; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

Citibank (Switzerland) AG in Hyderabad is seeking a seasoned Technology Lead to guide cyber defense initiatives and drive AI-driven development templates for multiple teams.

You will mentor tech staff, oversee risk assessments, ensure regulatory alignment, and deliver high-quality solutions on time in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in technology development and design.
• Expertise in Java Tech Stack, databases, cloud and information security infra.
• Ability to lead, prioritize and manage projects with clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Oversee key strategic initiatives within Cyber Defense domain.
• Support Architecture in formulating best practices and methodologies.
• Drive AI solutions and establish templates for development teams.
• Manage tech staff to achieve agreed goals and provide oversight.
• Assess risk and ensure compliance across systems and programs.

Skills

Java Tech Stack

WebSphere/Tomcat/JBPM/Solace/MQ/Oracle

Cloud

Information Security

Leadership

Project management

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

WebSphere

Tomcat

JBPM

Solace

MQ

Oracle

RHEL

NDM

Sonarcube

Job description

We are looking for a committed individual who can work in a fast paced environment both in team and individual capacity. Time is of essence as we look to keep the systems upgraded and free of any vulnerabilities as per S&S Guidelines. We are looking for technical strong candidates who will have the drive to own the problem, explore multiple options and establish the right solution.

Responsibilities

• Have an oversight of key strategic initiatives within Cyber Defense domain
• Support the Architecture team in the formulation of best practice and apply agreed methodologies
• Must be able to drive AI solutions and establish a template for Development Teams to follow
• Responsible for the complete process of providing technology solutions (across the design, modification and exit of products), including solutions provided from other teams or from third parties
• Manage one or more Tech Staff to accomplish agreed goals
• Review and manage tech solutions proposed by the team and provide tech oversight across systems / applications
• Do appropriate risk assessment and take timely decisions in the interest of projects and organization as a whole
• Drive the initiatives to closure within agreed timelines and in high quality
• Demonstrate Tech Leadership and ability to multi task
• Must be able to drive technical POCs and establish a template for Development Teams to follow
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Recommended Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in technology development and design
• Expertise and hands on in one or more of the core areas of – Java Tech Stack (Java, JDK, JSP, Spring Boot) / Database / Mainframe / OS / Cloud / Angular/Information Security/Cyber Security Infra
• Expertise of the systems - WebSphere/Tomcat/JBPM/Solace/MQ/Oracle(ORAS)/RHEL/NDM/Sonarcube
• Ability to understand and contribute to infra layout, architecture designs, system vulnerability resolutions
• Ability to adjust priorities quickly as circumstances dictate
• Demonstrated leadership and project management skills
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication

Education: Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience Master’s degree preferred

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

------------------------------------------------------ Job Family Group: Technology

------------------------------------------------------ Job Family: Applications Development

------------------------------------------------------ Time Type: Full time

------------------------------------------------------ Most Relevant Skills Please see the requirements listed above.

------------------------------------------------------ Other Relevant Skills For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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