Senior Application Security Engineer

Role Overview: 
We're currently seeking a Senior Application Security Engineer to join our team at Nayya. In this role, you will be instrumental in enhancing the security posture of our organization, with a primary focus on securing our applications and systems.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and implementation of robust security architecture specifically tailored to our applications and systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to seamlessly integrate security measures into our application development lifecycle
• Develop and implement mechanisms for real-time threat detection within our applications
• Lead incident response efforts to ensure timely and effective resolution of security incidents
• Conduct regular security audits and assessments to ensure compliance with industry standards and internal security policies
• Assist in preparing and maintaining documentation for compliance audits and certifications, with a focus on application security
• Provide training and mentorship to development and operations teams on secure coding practices and application security awareness
• Foster a culture of security within the organization by promoting best practices and facilitating knowledge sharing related to application security
• Evaluate, implement, and manage security tools and solutions specifically aimed at enhancing the security of our applications
• Collaborate with various teams to advocate for application security initiatives and requirements throughout the organization while also effectively communicating security risks, concerns, and solutions to stakeholders at all levels

What You'll Bring:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on application security.
• Proficiency in security and privacy best practices, industry standards, and frameworks (e.g., OWASP, NIST)
• Experience with implementing and managing security in cloud environments, preferably AWS
• Expertise in security testing methodologies and tools (e.g., SAST, DAST, SCA, IAST) with a track record of implementation
• Experience with automation tools and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Shell, PowerShell)
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or AWS Certified Security are a plus but not required
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills

The salary range for New York based candidates for this role is $117,600 - 150,000. We use a location factor to adjust this range for candidates that are located outside of geographic region of our New York office. Placement within the salary band is determined based on experience.

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