Senior Application Security Engineer

Barracuda; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity options

High-quality health benefits

Retirement Plan with employer match

Flexible Time Off

Career-growth opportunities

Job summary

Barracuda, a leading cybersecurity firm in Alpharetta, is seeking a Senior Application Security Engineer to enhance its AppSec program. You'll join a dynamic team and contribute to key security initiatives across Barracuda’s product portfolio.

The role involves embedding security holistically throughout the development lifecycle, conducting application penetration tests, and facilitating risk-based discussions. Ideal candidates have 5 - 8+ years of AppSec experience and are proficient in various programming languages like TypeScript and Python.

At Barracuda, you will receive excellent benefits, including equity, high-quality health benefits, and career-growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5 - 8+ years in product-focused AppSec.
• Deep knowledge of core security concepts.
• Hands-on experience in application security.

Responsibilities

• Embed security across the development lifecycle.
• Perform application penetration tests and security reviews.
• Drive risk rating and vulnerability management processes.

Skills

Application Penetration Testing

Threat Modeling

Risk-Based Analysis

Proficient in TypeScript/JavaScript

Proficient in Python

Job description

Come join our passionate team! Barracuda is a leading cybersecurity company providing complete protection against complex threats. Our platform protects email, data, applications, and networks with innovative solutions, and a managed XDR service, to strengthen cyber resilience. Hundreds of thousands of IT professionals and managed service providers worldwide trust us to protect and support them with solutions that are easy to buy, deploy, and use.

We know a diverse workforce adds to our collective value and strength as an organization. Barracuda Networks is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to equal employment opportunity and equitable compensation regardless of race, gender, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability.

Envision yourself at Barracuda

As a Senior Application Security Engineer, you’ll help shape the future of our AppSec program. You’ll work effectively and efficiently in a small, high-impact team, bringing a sense of ownership and community. You’ll have the opportunity to learn quickly, provide feedback on long-term improvements, and drive strategic security initiatives across our product portfolio.

Tech Stack

• TypeScript/JavaScript, Python, Ruby, Java, Go
• CI/CD automation tools (SAST, SCA, Secrets Scanning, etc.)
• AI security controls and LLM risk management

What You’ll Be Working On

• Embed security across the development lifecycle, moving from pen-test/documentation-heavy to guardrail-driven programs
• Facilitate lightweight, feature-level threat models and drive risk-based discussions
• Perform hands-on application penetration tests and security-focused source code reviews
• Drive risk rating and vulnerability management processes
• Partner with product, platform, and engineering leads to drive security initiatives
• Lead outcome-focused design review discussions and security trainings
• Provide framework-specific remediation guidance to developers

What You Bring To The Role

• 5 - 8+ years in product-focused AppSec, with a track record of embedding security and reducing late-stage findings via automation and developer enablement
• Deep practical knowledge of core security concepts (authN/Z, session management, input/output handling, logging, data protection, access controls)
• Proficient in at least two programming languages (TypeScript/JavaScript, Python, Ruby, Java, Go, etc.)
• Hands-on experience with application penetration testing and code reviews
• Proficient in threat modeling and risk-based analysis
• Strong organizational, time-management, communication, and presentation skills

What You’ll Get From Us

A team where you can voice your opinion, make an impact, and where you and your experience are valued. Internal mobility – there are opportunities for cross training and the ability to attain your next career step within Barracuda.

• Equity, in the form of non-qualifying options
• High-quality health benefits
• Retirement Plan with employer match
• Career-growth opportunitiesFlexible Time Off and Paid Time Off benefits
• Volunteer opportunities

Job ID: 27-0245