| Location | Boston, Massachusetts |
| Website | https://x.com/VetsHiredAi |
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.
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
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