Application Security Engineer

AnthropicAnthropic·Remote(Remote-Friendly (Travel-Required) | San Francisco, CA | Seattle, WA | New York City, NY)
Cybersecurity
Excel

WFA Digital Insight

As the demand for secure AI systems grows, experts in application security are in high demand. With the rise of AI adoption, companies like Anthropic are prioritizing security, making this role a highly sought-after position. Candidates with a strong background in threat modeling and secure coding practices are ideal for this role, which requires a unique blend of technical expertise and collaboration skills.

Job Description

About the Role

The Application Security team at Anthropic is responsible for building security into every phase of the software development lifecycle. As an Application Security Engineer, you will partner with software engineers and researchers to ensure security is a core consideration from initial design through implementation.

Responsibilities

  • Help secure AI products and internal tools that introduce industry-novel security risks
  • Lead "shift left" security efforts to build security into the software development lifecycle
  • Conduct secure design reviews and threat modeling to identify and prioritize risks, attack surfaces, and vulnerabilities
  • Develop tooling to scale security code reviews and respond to developer questions
  • Manage Anthropic's vulnerability management program and oversee the bug bounty program

How to Stand Out

  • Be prepared to showcase your experience with secure coding practices and threat modeling, highlighting specific examples from your previous roles.
  • Develop a strong understanding of AI/ML security risks and how to mitigate them, demonstrating your ability to think like an attacker.
  • Create a portfolio that includes examples of your security tooling and code reviews, showcasing your technical skills.
  • Emphasize your ability to build strong relationships with developers and other stakeholders, highlighting your communication and collaboration skills.
  • Research Anthropic's current security initiatives and be prepared to discuss how you can contribute to their efforts, demonstrating your enthusiasm for the company's mission.

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