Senior Application Security Engineer
Description For Senior Application Security Engineer
Axon, a company dedicated to protecting life through innovative safety and justice solutions, is seeking a Senior Application Security Engineer to drive security initiatives within their software development lifecycle. This role combines technical expertise with collaborative partnership, focusing on embedding security practices into development processes while maintaining innovation and speed. The position offers a flexible work environment with access to major tech hubs and competitive compensation ranging from $152,850 to $244,560.
The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in building and maintaining security automation tools, partnering with development teams to design secure architectures, and leading vulnerability management efforts. They will serve as a security advisor, providing training and mentorship on secure coding practices while staying ahead of industry trends.
This opportunity is perfect for security professionals who are passionate about automation, enabling development teams, and solving complex security challenges at scale. The role offers comprehensive benefits including healthcare, 401k matching, paid parental leave, and professional development opportunities. Axon's commitment to diversity and inclusion means they welcome candidates who may not meet every requirement but are passionate about their mission to Protect Life.
Responsibilities For Senior Application Security Engineer
- Build and maintain security automation tools for CI/CD pipelines
- Partner with engineering teams to design secure-by-default architectures
- Provide security guidance and act as trusted advisor for development teams
- Deliver training on secure coding practices
- Deploy and manage SAST, DAST, and SCA scanning tools
- Lead vulnerability management efforts
- Create tools for automated vulnerability detection and remediation
Requirements For Senior Application Security Engineer
- Proficiency in programming languages like Python, Java, Go, or C#
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and Git-based version control
- In-depth understanding of vulnerabilities and secure coding practices
- Experience with security tools like Snyk, Semgrep
- Strong communication skills for technical security concepts
- Experience in secure code reviews and SAST/DAST results interpretation
- Knowledge of cloud platforms and containerization
- Experience with open-source security tools
Benefits For Senior Application Security Engineer
- Competitive salary
- 401k with employer match
- Discretionary paid time off
- Paid parental leave
- Medical, Dental, Vision plans
- Fitness Programs
- Emotional & Mental Wellness support
- Learning & Development programs
- Office snacks
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