Vice President, Application Security

Saviynt Inc.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Saviynt Inc. is looking for a VP, Application Security to build a next-generation Application Security program leveraging AI. This role will focus on penetration testing, security assessments, and mentoring penetration testers.

The ideal candidate will have 15+ years of experience in application and API security, as well as expertise in AWS, Azure, and Kubernetes. Join a dynamic team dedicated to protection and innovation!

Qualifications

• 15+ years of hands-on experience in penetration testing and offensive security.
• Experience in advanced security assessments of Application and API ecosystems.
• OSCP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define advanced penetration testing and red teaming use cases.
• Lead complex white-box penetration testing of web applications and APIs.
• Serve as an advisor to various teams on secure design and remediation strategies.

Skills

Penetration testing

API security

Cloud Infrastructure (AWS, Azure)

Kubernetes (AKS, EKS)

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Security tools

Proprietary testing frameworks

Job description

Saviynt's AI-powered identity platform manages and governs human and non-human access to all of an organization's applications, data, and business processes. Customers trust Saviynt to safeguard their digital assets, drive operational efficiency, and reduce compliance costs. Built for the AI age, Saviynt is today helping organizations safely accelerate their deployment and usage of AI. Saviynt is recognized as the leader in identity security, with solutions that protect and empower the world's leading brands, Fortune 500 companies and government institutions. For more information, please visit www.saviynt.com.

We are seeking a VP, Application Security to join our Security leadership team. The App Sec leader will focus on building the next-generation Application Security program, leveraging AI to elevate pen testing and shift-left functions. Expertise is expected in all areas of Application and API security, Cloud Infrastructure (AWS and Azure), and Containerized Environments, including Kubernetes (EKS and AKS).

You will be responsible for defining advanced penetration testing and red teaming use cases and mentoring our top penetration testers. This role requires strong technical depth, and the ability to influence security decisions across the organization.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Leverage current and emerging AI capabilities to establish a world-class Application Security function, including key responsibilities outlined below.
• Lead and conduct highly advanced, in-depth white-box penetration testing of web application and APIs.
• Perform comprehensive security assessments and penetration testing on Cloud Infrastructure (AWS and Azure), including configuration, deployment models, and integrated services.
• Advise on shift-left controls and influence Engineering to adopt key controls.
• Deep-dive into Kubernetes clusters (EKS and AKS) and containerized applications, exploiting misconfigurations and security flaws in containerized workloads.
• Define the offensive security roadmap and lead the adoption of cutting-edge testing techniques and tools.
• Serve as an advisor to Architecture, Engineering, and DevOps teams, providing expert guidance on secure design patterns and critical remediation strategies across all technology domains (App, API, Cloud, K8s).
• Design and execute complex, multi-stage attack paths targeting LLMs and AI-integrated systems, covering LLM top 10 vulnerabilities.
• Act as primary point person in customer facing discussions, and assume responsibility to address Application Security issues to address customer needs.
• Lead advanced threat modeling exercises for major initiatives, focusing on identifying sophisticated, high-impact risks specific to our unique environment.
• Analyse, prioritize, and articulate complex security findings based on holistic risk, exploitability, and business context, focusing on vulnerabilities that pose a significant threat to organizational goals.
• Drive the selection, customization, and deployment of best-in-class security tools and develop proprietary tools or frameworks to address unique testing challenges.
• Develop and present executive-level reports and technical findings, ensuring clear and impactful communication to both senior non-technical leadership and deep-technical teams.
• Mentor and formally guide senior and principal-level penetration testers, fostering a culture of excellence, continuous learning, and security research.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• 15+ years of hands‑on, progressive experience in penetration testing and offensive security.
• Prior experience conducting advanced security assessments of Application and API ecosystems, complex penetration testing of AWS and Azure cloud infrastructures and Kubernetes/Containerized Environments (AKS, EKS).
• OSCP certification (or equivalent) is preferred but not a must.

IF REQUIRED FOR THIS ROLE, YOU WILL

• Complete security & privacy literacy and awareness training during onboarding and annually thereafter.
• Review (initially and annually thereafter), understand, and adhere to Information Security/Privacy Policies and Procedures such as:

• Data Classification, Retention & Handling Policy
• Incident Response Policy/Procedures
• Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery Policy/Procedures
• Mobile Device Policy
• Account Management Policy
• Access Control Policy
• Personnel Security Policy
• Privacy Policy

Saviynt is an amazing place to work. We are a high-growth, Platform as a Service company focused on Identity Authority to power and protect the world at work. You will experience tremendous growth and learning opportunities through challenging yet rewarding work which directly impacts our customers, all within a welcoming and positive work environment. If you're resilient and enjoy working in a dynamic environment you belong with us!

Saviynt is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome everyone to our team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.