Application Security Engineer 2

About the Role

2 - 4 years of experience in application security, software assurance, or product security consulting.

Strong knowledge of frameworks such as BSIMM, NIST SSDF, or OWASP SAMM.

Experience with Open-Source Software (OSS) security, including identification, tracking, and remediation of vulnerabilities in third-party components.

Familiarity with Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) standards and tools (e.g., SPDX, CycloneDX), and their role in software supply chain transparency and compliance

Proven experience in developing or executing maturity models, capability assessments, or multi-year roadmaps for AppSec or DevSecOps programs.

Hands-on experience with secure software development practices, including familiarity with SDLC, CI/CD pipelines, and code-level security controls.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate technical findings into clear, executive-level narratives and actionable plans.

Strong presentation and facilitation skills in client-facing environments.

Preferred:

Prior consulting experience with a Big Four, boutique AppSec consultancy, or internal software security governance team.

Experience in software supply chain risk management (SSCRM), AI/ML assurance, or DevSecOps pipeline design.

Background in software development (e.g., Java, Python, C#) and experience working within secure SDLCs.

Industry certifications such as CEH, CISSP, CSSLP, CISM, or equivalent.

What You’ll Deliver

Comprehensive AppSec Program Roadmaps, maturity assessments, and framework-aligned reports.

Visuals and documentation for capability maturity models and strategic planning.

Executive summaries and strategic recommendations tailored to leadership audiences.