Job Summary We are seeking a visionary leader in Application Security to drive the security strategy for mission-critical applications and APIs. This role sits at the intersection of technology and business impact, leading secure coding practices and advancing DevSecOps maturity across the organization. You will guide a high-performing security team while embedding security into every phase of the software development lifecycle. Duties & Responsibilities Lead & Inspire • Manage and mentor a team of application security professionals, fostering excellence and continuous improvement Security Leadership • Serve as the subject matter expert for development, product, and business teams • Integrate security best practices throughout the SDLC Secure Design & Testing • Champion OWASP Top 10 and API Top 10 standards • Promote secure architecture and proactive vulnerability prevention Strategic Planning • Align secure coding initiatives with development roadmaps • Develop metrics and reporting on application risk posture Threat Readiness • Evolve security frameworks and policies to address emerging threats and compliance needs Hands-On Oversight • Review SAST, DAST, and IAST findings • Ensure vulnerabilities are remediated prior to production release DevSecOps Advocacy • Guide tool enhancements and process improvements • Influence enterprise-wide security modernization efforts Qualifications, Skills & Experience • 10+ years of experience in Application Security • Strong expertise in cloud environments (Azure and AWS) • Deep knowledge of Secure SDLC frameworks and modern security tools • Proven ability to balance strategic vision with tactical execution • Excellent communication skills bridging technical and business teams • Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSK, or OSCP preferred