Application Security Engineer

1 day ago


Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Allen Online Full time

Job Title: Staff Engineer - Application Security

We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Engineer in Application Security to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in ensuring our applications are secure and comply with the Indian Data Protection and Privacy (DPDP) laws. This position requires a deep understanding of application security principles, regulatory compliance, and hands-on technical expertise.

Key Responsibilities:

Application Security Management:

  • Design, implement, and maintain robust security measures for our applications.

  • Conduct regular security assessments, penetration testing, and code reviews.

  • Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and best practices.

Compliance and Governance:

  • Ensure all applications comply with Indian DPDP laws and other relevant regulations.

  • Monitor and stay updated with changes in data protection laws and regulations.

  • Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to address regulatory requirements.

Security Architecture and Engineering:

  • Architect and design secure software solutions that adhere to industry standards and regulatory requirements.

  • Implement secure coding practices and provide guidance to development teams.

  • Evaluate and recommend security tools and technologies to enhance application security.

Incident Response and Risk Management:

  • Lead incident response activities related to application security breaches.

  • Perform risk assessments and manage security vulnerabilities.

  • Develop and execute mitigation strategies to address identified risks.

Leadership and Collaboration:

  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior security engineers.

  • Provide domain-specific expertise, overall security leadership and perspective to cross- organization projects, programs, and activities.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including development, IT, and legal to ensure security and compliance.

  • Represent the security team in meetings and discussions with senior management.

Required Qualifications:
  • Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.

  • Experience: At least 10 years of experience in application security, with a focus on compliance with data protection laws such as the Indian DPDP.

  • Technical Skills:

    • Proficiency in secure coding practices, threat modeling, and security architecture.

    • Strong knowledge of security testing tools (e.g., Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, Fortify, Veracode).

    • Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and securing containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes).

    • Familiarity with regulatory requirements and frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR).

  • Certifications: Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CSSLP, CEH, or equivalent are highly desirable.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in the fintech or healthcare industry, where data protection is critical.

  • Hands-on experience with security automation and DevSecOps practices.

  • Knowledge of emerging technologies such as AI/ML in the context of security.



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