Senior Application Security Engineer (Remote US)

ZipRecruiter; Costa Mesa (CA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Application Security Specialist to enhance security practices within the software development lifecycle. The role involves close collaboration with engineering teams to mitigate risks, adopt secure practices, and manage essential security tools. The position offers a remote working option along with a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Great compensation package and bonus plan

Core benefits including full medical, dental, vision, and matching 401K

Flexible work environment with remote options

Flexible time off, including vacation and volunteer days

Qualifications

• 5+ years of direct experience in application security.
• Experience with DevSecOps and implementing security tools.
• Background in software development and CI/CD pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with development teams to assess risks and customize solutions.
• Implement and manage security tools in CI/CD pipelines.
• Work on audits and recommend relevant policies.

Skills

Risk Management

Collaboration

Application Security

DevSecOps Tools

Tools

SAST

DAST

CI/CD

Git

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany Description

Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realize their financial goals and help them save time and money.

We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments.

We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com.

Job Description

In this remote role, reporting to the Director, Application Security, you will work with software engineers and leadership to address security risks and provide mitigation recommendations within the Secure Development Lifecycle (SDLC).

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with development teams to understand their needs, assess risks, and customize solutions.
• Implement and manage security tools (SAST, SCA, DAST) and integrate solutions into CI/CD pipelines.
• Review applications against common flaws (e.g., OWASP Top 10) and provide visibility to senior management.
• Work with Risk & Compliance teams on audits (e.g., SOC 2, PCI-DSS, HIPAA) and recommend relevant policies.
• Define security guardrails through automated tool policies, SLAs, and custom rules.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of direct experience in enterprise-level application security, with a strong understanding of MITRE, OWASP, SafeCode, and risk management methodologies related to integration/software testing.
• Experience in AppSec or DevSecOps, collaborating with developers to adopt and mature secure development practices. Proficiency with SAST, SCA, DAST, IAST, RASP, and other DevSecOps tools, including deploying, maintaining, operating, and improving these tools.
• Solid background in software development, familiar with development lifecycle processes and technologies. Experience with CI/CD pipelines and related technologies (e.g., Git, Jenkins, Maven, Chef, Puppet, Ansible, Nexus, Artifactory, NPM) and cloud-based architectures.
• Experience overseeing the integration of cross-functional applications between disparate business units and systems.
• Experience in business and technical requirements analysis, business process modeling/mapping, methodology development, and data mapping.

Additional Information

Benefits/Perks:

• Great compensation package and bonus plan
• Core benefits including full medical, dental, vision, and matching 401K
• Flexible work environment, ability to work remote, hybrid or in-office
• Flexible time off including volunteer time off, vacation, sick and 12-paid holidays

Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian's culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, collaboration, wellness, reward & recognition, volunteering... the list goes on. Experian's people first approach is award-winning; World's Best Workplaces 2024 (Fortune Top 25), Great Place To Work in 24 countries, and Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2024 to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets. The base pay range for this position is listed above. Within this range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors such as job-related skills, experience, and education. This position is also eligible for a variable pay opportunity and a comprehensive benefits package.

Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer for all groups protected under applicable federal, state and local law, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Innovation is an important part of Experian's DNA and practices, and our inclusive workforce allowseveryone to succeed and bring their whole self to work. If you have a or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.

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