Sr Applications Security Engineer

Fortinet; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 147,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Paid holidays

Job summary

Fortinet is seeking a Sr. Application Security Engineer to join Corporate Information Security. The role involves security reviews on Fortinet apps, education for engineers, and handling externally reported vulnerabilities.

You will work with development teams on code reviews, penetration tests, and architectural reviews. The position emphasizes SDLC security, CSIRT-like responsible disclosure, and building a robust testing program across SAST/DAST/IAST/SCA.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Information Security Researcher/Engineer
• Hands-on auditing source code in Java, .NET, Python or JavaScript
• Strong OWASP Top 10 knowledge
• Experience with API security risks and cloud-native architecture
• Proven security code review and application penetration testing
• Familiarity with CSP, SOP, CORS and secure AI development

Responsibilities

• Serve as an application security SME guiding internal teams
• Perform code reviews, pen tests, and architectural reviews
• Develop and communicate vulnerability mitigation strategies
• Handle externally reported vulnerabilities via Responsible Disclosure
• Drive static and dynamic testing programs (SAST/DAST/IAST/SCA)
• Advise on SDLC best practices and secure DevOps
• Research new attack vectors and share knowledge with the global team

Skills

Application security

Code review

Penetration testing

OWASP Top 10

Cloud security

DevSecOps

Threat modeling

Communication

Education

BS in Computer Science or Cyber Security

Security certifications (OSWE/OSCP/GWEB/GPEN)

Tools

SAST tools

DAST tools

IAST tools

SCA tools

CI/CD tooling

Job description

Fortinet is looking for a Sr. Application Security Engineer to join the Corporate Information Security team. This is a highly technical role, with responsibilities conducting security reviews on various Fortinet applications, providing security education to our engineers and handling externally reported vulnerabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as an application security subject matter expert who provides guidance to internal teams
• Work closely with development teams, perform code reviews, penetration tests, and architectural reviews on existing codes and new features.
• Develop, implement, and communicate vulnerability mitigation strategies to development teams
• Handle externally reported vulnerabilities as a member of Corporate Information Security Responsible Disclosure Program committee.
• Drive Fortinet static and dynamic application security testing program.
• Develop strategies, evaluate solutions, design and implement tools, processes and controls to ensure that security and privacy are designed in Fortinet applications
• Advise development teams on SDLC best practices.
• Proactively research new attack vectors on applications that may affectFortinet applications and infrastructure.
• Be part of a global distributed team to share knowledge, workload and assignments. Strong sense of teamwork is required. Coach peers in application security concepts and best practices.

Required Skills/Experience:

• 5+ years of work experience as an Information Security Researcher or Engineer
• 3+ years of experience with manually auditing source code to find security issues or programming skills in one or more of: Java, .NET, Python or JavaScript frameworks.
• Strong understanding on OWASP TOP 10 vulnerabilities.
• Strong understanding of common API security risks
• Strong understanding on Cloud-Native application architecture, microservices, containerization technologies, secure deployment and implementation issues.
• Proven experience in application penetration testing
• Proven experience in security code review
• Proven experience in application security testing (DAST, SAST, IAST, SCA) tools and processes
• Strong foundation in computer and network security, authentication & authorization, security protocols and applied cryptography
• Solid understanding with web security standards such as CSP, SOP, CORS, and emerging web security technologies.
• Solid understanding on CI/CD pipelines, build systems and DevSecOps principles.
• Strong understanding with AI&ML & LLM concepts like RAG, Agentic Workflows, MCPs, Skills, AI Red Teaming, AI Guardrails and Secure AI development and deployment strategies.
• Experience defining security architecture patterns and standards in a large enterprise organization.
• Experience with cloud-based security solutions and familiarity with cloud service providers, particularly in relation to application security
• Experience working with threat modeling methodologies such as MITRE ATT&CK, STRIDE, PASTA etc.
• Understanding of OAuth and JWT implementations.
• Ability to organize & communicate effectively, both written and verbal, with technical and non-technical people across functional teams
• A BS degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, other tech-related degree, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) and/or Application Security Posture Management (ASPM) tools is a plus.
• Having OSWE OSCP, GWEB, GPEN or similar certificate is a plus
• Experience in Mobile Application Penetration Testing is a plus

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $147,000-$180,000. Fortinet offers employees a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), 11 paid holidays, vacation time, and sick time, as well as a comprehensive leave program.

Wage ranges are based on various factors, including the labour market, job type, and job level. Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate's subject knowledge, skill level, qualifications, experience, and geographic location.

All roles are eligible to participate in the Fortinet equity program. Bonus eligibility is reviewed at the time of hire and annually at the Company's discretion.

Why Join Us:

We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and identities to apply. We offer a supportive work environment and a competitive Total Rewards package to support you with your overall health and financial well-being.

Embark on a challenging, enjoyable, and rewarding career journey with Fortinet. Join us in bringing solutions that make a meaningful and lasting impact to our 890,000+ customers around the globe.

Fortinet (NASDAQ: FTNT) secures the largest enterprise, service provider, and government organizations around the world. Fortinet empowers its customers with intelligent, seamless protection across the expanding attack surface and the power to take on ever-increasing performance requirements of the borderless network - today and into the future. Only the Fortinet Security Fabric architecture can deliver security without compromise to address the most critical security challenges, whether in networked, application, cloud or mobile environments. Fortinet ranks number one in the most security appliances shipped worldwide and more than 500,000 customers trust Fortinet to protect their businesses.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].

Fortinet is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in our company, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, military/veteran status or any other applicable legally protected characteristics in the location in which the candidate is applying.