Staff Application Security Engineer
August 13
🏢 In-office - San Francisco
Description
• Seeking a highly skilled and experienced individual to join our Security & Privacy team at SPAN as a Staff Application Security Engineer. In this critical role, you will be instrumental in building and enhancing SPAN’s application security program. Your responsibilities will ensure the security of our applications through proactive assessment, threat modeling, code reviews and close collaboration with the development teams. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in application security, deep understanding of secure coding practices and ability to influence and educate others on security matters.
Requirements
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Assurance, Cyber Security, or related field of study • 7+ years of experience in a security engineering or operations role, with a focus on application security. • Hands-on experience with one or more security tools such as Burp Suite, SonarQube, OWASP ZAP and Checkmarx. • Strong knowledge of applied cryptography, TLS/SSL, web authentication protocols such as OAuth/SAML • Deep understanding of web application vulnerabilities and defenses • Proficient in scripting languages such as Python, Perl, PHP, or Ruby for task automation and data manipulation. • Experience in developing threat models (e.g., STRIDE, DREAD). • Hands-on experience with AWS Security best practices • Experience with vulnerability scanning tools like Qualys, Nessus, etc. • Experience with SIEM tools like Splunk, Sumo Logic, etc. • Certifications such as CISSP, CSSLP, or relevant industry certifications are a plus.
Benefits
• Competitive compensation + equity grants at a well-funded, venture-backed company • Comprehensive benefits: 100% employee premiums for base plans on medical, dental, vision with options for additional coverage. Parental leave up to six (6) months depending on eligibility • Comfortable, sunny office space located near BART and Caltrain public transit • Strong focus on team building and company culture: Employee Resource Groups, monthly social events, SPANcakes recognition breakfast, lunch and learns • Flexible hours, one holiday per month and unlimited PTO
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