Application Security Manager (Product & AI Security)

Grant Thornton International; Województwo wielkopolskie; Hybrid; PLN 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model (2 days in-office

Private medical care

MultiSport benefits

Job summary

Grant Thornton is seeking an experienced Application Security Manager to lead security initiatives across the organization, embedding security into the SDLC and guiding DevSecOps adoption.

You will coordinate with Product, Engineering, AI, and TPRM teams to assess risks, manage testing platforms, and oversee third-party security evaluations. Hybrid work in an international environment is offered.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Cybersecurity, Application Security, Product Security, Information Security or related field.
• Strong hands-on experience in Application Security / Product Security and Secure SDLC practices.
• Experience with SAST, DAST and SCA tools, including Veracode or comparable platform.
• Experience integrating application security testing into CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps processes.
• Knowledge of OWASP standards, especially ASVS, and ability to apply them in assessments.
• Experience working with Product, Engineering, DevOps and Architecture teams across the software lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage application security processes and platforms, including Veracode or comparable tools.
• Integrate security testing into CI/CD pipelines and promote Secure SDLC and DevSecOps practices.
• Review and triage findings, define remediation guidance and track vulnerabilities until closure.
• Conduct security risk assessments, architecture/design reviews and API/data flow reviews.
• Assess AI-enabled applications and AI use cases for security risks and mitigations.
• Support AI Security Review Committee with risk-based recommendations.
• Conduct third-party SaaS and technology product security assessments with TPRM and stakeholders.
• Assist with security onboarding and remediation tracking for acquired apps.

Skills

English fluency

Polish fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related

Tools

Veracode

Checkmarx

Fortify

Snyk

SonarQube

Job description

• Application Security Manager (Product & AI Security)

Application Security Manager (Product & AI Security)

We are looking for an experienced Application Security Manager to lead application, product and AI security initiatives across the organization. In this role, you will embed security into the software development lifecycle, manage application security testing capabilities, support DevSecOps adoption, assess risks related to third-party products and AI-enabled solutions, and partner closely with Product, Engineering, DevOps, Architecture, AI, TPRM and Security teams .

Key Responsibilities

Own and manage application security processes and platforms, including Veracode or comparable SAST/DAST/SCA tools, application onboarding, scan configuration, reporting and operational support.

Integrate security testing into CI/CD pipelines and promote Secure SDLC and DevSecOps practices across Product and Engineering teams.

Review, triage and prioritize application security findings, define remediation guidance and track vulnerabilities through closure.

Conduct application security risk assessments, architecture/design reviews and security reviews of APIs, integrations, data flows and controls.

Assess AI-enabled applications, AI use cases and agentic AI solutions, identifying security risks, control gaps and mitigation actions.

Support AI Security Review Committee activities by reviewing proposed AI use cases and providing risk-based security recommendations.

Conduct third-party SaaS and technology product security assessments in cooperation with TPRM, procurement, business and vendor stakeholders.

Support cybersecurity integration of newly acquired or onboarded applications, including application security onboarding and remediation tracking.

Develop and maintain application security standards, processes, runbooks, metrics, dashboards and leadership-level reporting.

Communicate security risks and practical recommendations clearly to technical, business and executive stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

8+ years of experience in Cybersecurity, Application Security, Product Security, Information Security or a related field.

Strong hands-on experience in Application Security / Product Security and Secure SDLC practices.

Experience with SAST, DAST and SCA tools, including Veracode or a comparable application security platform.

Experience integrating application security testing into CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps processes.

Strong understanding of application vulnerabilities, vulnerability triage, remediation, risk prioritization and exception management.

Experience conducting application security risk assessments, security architecture reviews and application design reviews.

Knowledge of OWASP standards, particularly OWASP ASVS, and ability to apply them in product and application security assessments.

Experience working directly with Product, Engineering, DevOps and Architecture teams across the software lifecycle.

Experience conducting third-party / SaaS security assessments and reviewing vendor security evidence.

Strong understanding of modern application, API, integration and cloud architectures.

Excellent stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills, with the ability to translate technical risks into clear business recommendations

• Fluency in English and Polish.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with AI security assessments, AI governance, AI risk management or agentic AI security.

Experience with threat modeling, API security, application security architecture and application risk assessment.

Knowledge of cloud security across Azure, AWS or GCP environments.

Experience with tools such as Checkmarx, Fortify, Snyk, SonarQube or other equivalent SAST/DAST/SCA platforms.

Understanding of third-party security evidence and frameworks, including SOC 1, SOC 2, ISO 27001, Trust Center reviews and vendor security questionnaires.

Experience supporting M & A integration, application onboarding or security integration of acquired technology environments.

Ability to build scalable processes, metrics, dashboards and reporting for application security leadership and governance forums.

Leadership, mentoring and ownership mindset, with the ability to influence teams without relying solely on authority.

Education & Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Engineering or a related discipline.

Preferred certifications: CISSP, CSSLP, CISM, OSCP / OSWE, CEH, GIAC certifications, Azure / AWS / GCP Security certifications or AI Security / AI Risk certifications.

What we offer:

• Hybrid working model (2 days in the office and 3 days working remotely)
• Stable employment with an employment contract, private medical care, and a benefits package including MultiSport and a benefits platform
• Opportunity to work in an international environment and collaborate with experienced Grant Thornton experts and professionals from around the world
• A culture based on teamwork, trust, and knowledge sharing
• A well-structured onboarding program to support a smooth start and successful integration into your new role
• Clear career development paths and access to learning and certification programs
• Access to training platforms and tools that support professional growth
• An inclusive workplace that welcomes people with disabilities
• A modern office in Poznań, located in Malta Office Park

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