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Application Security Engineer

Glean
Location
United States, Remote
Posted
24 days ago
Department
Engineering
Salary
$185,000 - $260,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • BA/BS in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent industry experience)
  • 8+ years of experience in application security and vulnerability management
  • Deep understanding of software security vulnerabilities, including CVEs, OWASP Top 10, and supply chain risks
  • Experience with SAST, DAST, dependency scanning, and vulnerability management tools (e.g., Snyk, GitHub Dependabot, Trivy, Clair, Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP)
  • Hands-on experience with cloud-native security across AWS, GCP, including containers, Kubernetes, and microservices
  • Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and drive security adoption across engineering teams
What the job really is

As an Application Security Engineer at Glean, you will focus on ensuring the security of the technology stack by managing software vulnerabilities and securing open-source dependencies. Your responsibilities include integrating security tools into CI/CD pipelines, leading vulnerability management efforts, and defining secure coding practices while collaborating with engineering teams to enhance security measures.

Benefits
  • Base salary range of $185,000 - $260,000 annually
  • Variable compensation, equity, and benefits may be available
  • Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Vision, and Dental coverage
  • Generous time-off policy
  • 401k plan contribution opportunity
  • Home office improvement stipend
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of the technology stack used beyond security tools
  • Role may require balancing security with performance and usability, which could be challenging
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