Senior Application Security Engineer — Hybrid, Impact-Driven

Ironclad; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% health coverage for employees

Monthly stipends for wellbeing

Unlimited paid time off

Job summary

A leading software security company is hiring an Application Security Engineer in San Francisco. This hybrid role involves conducting security assessments, implementing best practices, and addressing vulnerabilities in the software. Candidates should have a BA/BS in Computer Science, 3+ years in application security, and knowledge of security tools. The position offers competitive salary between $170,000 - $190,000 and numerous benefits, including health coverage and generous leave policies.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in application security or software development, preferably with SaaS companies or in regulated fields.
• In-depth knowledge of OWASP Top 10 and SANS Top 25 for application security.
• Comfortable in rapidly evolving environments with ambiguity.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement secure coding practices for software development teams.
• Conduct application security assessments and vulnerability testing.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship within the team.

Skills

Automated vulnerability scanning

Penetration testing

Application security concepts

Strong proficiency in Typescript or Javascript

Security testing tools (Burp Suite, AppScan, Nessus)

Experience with cloud providers

Excellent communication and analytical skills

Education

BA/BS/MS in Computer Science or related field

Equivalent experience

Tools

Burp Suite

AppScan

Nessus

Job description

A leading software security company is hiring an Application Security Engineer in San Francisco. This hybrid role involves conducting security assessments, implementing best practices, and addressing vulnerabilities in the software. Candidates should have a BA/BS in Computer Science, 3+ years in application security, and knowledge of security tools. The position offers competitive salary between $170,000 - $190,000 and numerous benefits, including health coverage and generous leave policies.