Senior Application Security Engineer II

Upside

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Multiple Locations

Why you should apply for a job to Upside:

  • 5/5 in overall job satisfaction
  • 5/5 in supportive management
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    Position summary

    ystems to identify and remediate application vulnerabilities. This individual contributor role will innovate for our AppSec team, increase our AppSec posture and enable our engineers to code safely.

    • Innovate and deliver security solutions to mitigate application vulnerabilities
    • Run security code tests (SAST, SCA) and partner with engineers to fix unsafe code
    • Create threat models and engage technology teams to review and document risks
    • Guide leadership on security architecture, design and best AppSec practices
    • Train and upskill engineers on safe coding and vulnerability management
    • Assist penetration testing initiatives and/or help manage bug bounties
    • Support administration of AWS Control Tower and IAM provisioning
    • Interact with the security community and keep aware of trends

    Competencies You'll Need:

    • 6+ years of application or product security inclusive of fixing code in Python and Java
    • Experience with innovating and delivering solutions related to vulnerability management
    • Deep knowledge of AWS and Lambda security architecture and AWS Control Tower
    • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering highly preferred
    • Exceptional customer service and people skills

    Tools We Use:

    • Github Suite (Advanced Security, Actions)
    • Python
    • Terraform
    • AWS Lambda, DynamoDB, S3, SNS, SQS, IAM, VPCs
    • Snowflake
    • SQL

    Location:
    This hybrid role is based in our Austin, Chicago, DC, or NYC office. In-office attendance is required on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, and may increase based on project-based needs and changes to Upside's in-office policy over time.

    Compensation:

    The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $200,000 - $221,000 + equity + benefits. The final starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.

    Benefits:

    • Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on Day 1
    • Equity (ISOs)
    • 401(k) program
    • Family planning programs + paid parental leave
    • Physical fitness and wellness memberships
    • Emotional and mental health support programs
    • Unlimited PTO + 10 paid federal holidays + our annual, week-long Winter Break
    • Flexible work environment
    • Lunch reimbursement for in-office employees
    • Employee Resource Groups
    • Learning and Development stipend
    • Transparent culture
    • Amazing mission!

    Diversity and Inclusion:

    Diversity drives innovation, and our differences make us stronger. We're passionate about building a workplace that represents a variety of backgrounds, skills, and perspectives, and we do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Everyone is welcome here!

    If there's anything we can do to support a disability or special need during your application or interview process, please email [email protected].

    Notice To Recruiters And Placement Agencies:

    This is an in-house search with a dedicated recruiter. Please do not submit resumes to any person or email address at Upside. Upside is not liable for, and will not pay, placement fees for candidates submitted by any party or agency other than its approved recruitment partners.

    Why you should apply for a job to Upside:

  • 5/5 in overall job satisfaction
  • 5/5 in supportive management
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.