Senior Application Security Engineer

Brex·Remote
Cybersecurity
Excel

WFA Digital Insight

As demand for cybersecurity experts grows, Brex is seeking a seasoned Senior Application Security Engineer to bolster its platforms. With a surge in remote work, companies like Brex are prioritizing digital security, making this a high-impact role. Candidates should be well-versed in penetration testing and collaborative workflows, with a keen eye for finding vulnerabilities.

Job Description

About the Role

Brex is the AI-powered spend platform that helps companies spend with confidence. We are now looking for a Senior Application Security Engineer to focus on finding and responding to security vulnerabilities across the Brex platform.

Responsibilities

  • Perform code reviews, design reviews, penetration testing, and vulnerability management.
  • Develop and maintain tooling to perform static and dynamic testing of the Brex platform and tooling which supports secure developer workflows.

Requirements

  • Strong background and interest in penetration testing.
  • Demonstrated ability to find vulnerabilities in complex systems and craft exploits to demonstrate business impact.

How to Stand Out

  • Tip: Highlight your penetration testing experience and certifications in your application, as these are highly valued in this role.
  • To stand out, include examples of how you've collaborated with cross-functional teams to address security vulnerabilities.
  • Prepare to discuss your approach to static and dynamic testing, and how you stay updated with the latest security tools and methodologies.
  • When interviewing, be ready to walk through your process for identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities, and how you communicate these findings to stakeholders.
  • Consider including a personal project or contribution to an open-source security tool in your portfolio to showcase your skills.

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