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Application Security Engineer - Assistant Vice President

iCapital
Location
Salt Lake City, Utah, United States
Posted
17 days ago
Department
Information Security
Salary
$100,000 to $130,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Hands-on experience in secure design and threat modeling
  • Experience with API security and SAST/SCA program work
  • Understanding of attack patterns and exploitation techniques
  • Familiarity with OWASP Top 10
  • Ability to build and maintain security automation in Python
  • Understanding of web application and API security
Nice to have
  • Relevant certifications
  • Experience in a cloud-native environment
  • Exposure to AI/LLM security
  • Experience as a developer or engineer
  • Fluency in Ruby, Python, and Scala
What the job really is

The Application Security Engineer will be part of a small team focused on building a modern application security program. Day-to-day responsibilities include supporting threat modeling, executing secure design and API security initiatives, and collaborating with developers to enhance security practices and remediate findings. The role also involves writing Python automation to improve AppSec processes and working on security in CI/CD environments.

Benefits
  • Base salary range of $100,000 to $130,000
  • Compensation package includes salary, equity, and an annual performance bonus
  • Comprehensive benefits package including employer matched retirement plan
  • Generously subsidized healthcare with 100% employer paid dental, vision, telemedicine, and virtual mental health counseling
  • Parental leave
  • Unlimited paid time off (PTO)
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of team size or structure
  • The role is in a developing environment which may involve ambiguity in processes
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