Assoc, Info Systems Security

Job ID: 16313

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Newell Brands is a leading consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands like Graco, Coleman, Oster, Rubbermaid, Sharpie and Yankee Candle - and 24,000 talented teammates around the world. Our culture is built on values in action: Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership, and Leadership. We work together to win, grow, and make a real impact-supported by a high-performing, inclusive, and collaborative environment where you can be your best, every day.

Position Title: Cyber Security Specialist - Application Security

Location: Atlanta, GA / Remote

Reports To: Manager, IT Cyber Security

Company Overview

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Paper Mate, Sharpie, Dymo, EXPO, Parker, Elmer's, Coleman, Marmot, Oster, Sunbeam, FoodSaver, Mr. Coffee, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Graco, Baby Jogger, NUK, Calphalon, Contigo, Mapa, Spontex and Yankee Candle. Newell Brands is committed to enhancing the lives of consumers around the world with planet friendly, innovative, and attractive products that create moments of joy and provide peace of mind.

Job Summary

Newell Brands is seeking an experienced Application Security Specialist to join the Global Information Security team and support the organization's Application Security (AppSec) program. This role will help secure and protect the organization's global applications, APIs, and AI-enabled solutions by identifying, assessing, and reducing security risks across the software development lifecycle. The Application Security Specialist will work closely with Application Development, DevOps, Product Development, and Information Security teams to implement security best practices, enable the secure adoption of AI-assisted development and AI-powered capabilities, strengthen application, API, and AI security posture, and ensure solutions are designed, developed, and operated securely.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor various security platforms (DAST, SAST, SCA, Secret Scanning, API Security, Cloud Security) to investigate and prioritize security risks, vulnerabilities, and misconfigurations in applications and APIs.
• Notify technical and/or business teams of identified application and API risks and track remediation efforts.
• Administer and maintain application and API security platforms including onboarding assets, assessment configuration, managing connectors, user access, and adoption of new features.
• Develop dashboards, reports, and metrics to communicate application and API security risks and progress to leadership and technical stakeholders.
• Partner with application and development teams to improve overall application and API security posture and reduce organizational risk.
• Stay current on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and cloud security best practices for applications and APIs.
• Assist with integrating security controls and tools into CI/CD pipelines, SDLCs, and development workflows.
• Monitor, assess, and reduce the external exposure of applications and APIs.
• Implement and maintain application and API security standards, policies, and standard operating procedures.
• Assist SOC with detection and response capabilities for applications and APIs.
• Support the security of AI-enabled applications, large language models (LLMs), and AI services by identifying risks, recommending controls, and helping implement AI security best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Information Management Systems, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in an application security role.
• Strong understanding of secure development practices and common application vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10, CWE).
• Hands-on experience with application and API security testing tools such as GitHub Advanced Security, Wiz Code, Checkmarx, Snyk, Invicti, Acunetix, Burp Suite, Harness, and Salt Security.
• Familiarity with web technologies, APIs, and modern application architectures.
• Understanding of programming and scripting languages such as Python, Java, JavaScript, C#, or similar.
• Understanding of security frameworks such as NIST, CIS Benchmarks, ISO 27001, or SOC 2.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to communicate technical findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant certifications such as GIAC WEB, ISC2 CSSLP, Security+, or equivalent.
• Experience with scripting or automation using PowerShell, Python, Bash, or similar languages.
• Experience with cloud-native source code security (Code-to-Cloud).
• Exposure to AI technologies, including AI-assisted development tools, large language models (LLMs), generative AI applications, or AI-powered services.
• Familiarity with AI security risks and best practices for securing AI-enabled applications and development workflows.

The Remote base pay range for this position is from $76,800.00 to $105,600.00. Salary will be based on prior experience related to the skills required for this position.

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer's, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.