Head of Application Security

About the Role

Job Description • Lead the application security team, providing strategic direction and mentorship. • Develop and implement a comprehensive Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC) framework. • Oversee the integration of security practices into all phases of the software development lifecycle, including CI/CD guardrails. • Conduct risk assessments and threat modeling to identify and mitigate potential security vulnerabilities. • Collaborate with development teams to ensure secure coding practices and adherence to security standards, while maintaining developer productivity. • Implement and manage security automation tools and processes to enhance the efficiency of security operations. • Stay up-to-date on the latest security trends, vulnerabilities, and technologies to continuously improve our security posture. • Provide expert guidance on security architecture and design for new and existing applications. • Lead incident response efforts related to application security breaches and vulnerabilities. • Foster a culture of security awareness and continuous improvement within the organization. Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field. • Minimum of 7 years of experience in application security, with at least 3 years in a leadership role. • Proven experience in implementing and managing SSDLC frameworks. • In-depth knowledge of security frameworks and methodologies. • Strong understanding of threat modeling methodologies, secure coding practices and common vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP Top Ten). • Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, C#, or similar. • Experience in implementing security tools and technologies such as ASPM, SAST, DAST in complex and high-scale environment. • Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability and passion to drive change across the organization. • Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CSSLP are desirable. • Proven experience in a similar role at another leading software development company.

Workplace

• Tel Aviv-Yafo