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At Fortra, we’re breaking the attack chain. Ready to join us?
Fortra are looking for a seasoned Application Security Testing Lead to join our growing Solution Security team and spearhead our testing initiatives. This role involves leading a team of security testers, collaborating with development and DevOps teams, and ensuring that our applications are secure by design and resilient against modern threats.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Lead and mentor a team of application security testers and analysts.
- Plan, schedule, execute, and oversee security testing activities including static (SAST), dynamic (DAST), and interactive (IAST) testing.
- Perform manual and automated penetration testing of web, mobile, and API-based applications – both on-premises and cloud-hosted
- Review code and architecture for security vulnerabilities and provide actionable remediation guidance.
- Develop and maintain threat models and security test plans.
- Track and report on security vulnerabilities, trends, and remediation progress.
- Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies.
- Collaborate with development teams to integrate security testing into CI/CD pipelines.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of experience in application security testing, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
- Deep understanding of OWASP Top 10, SANS CWE Top 25, and secure coding practices.
- Hands-on experience with tools such as Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, Fortify, Checkmarx, Veracode, or similar. Prefer strong Burp Suite experience.
- Familiarity with scripting and coding languages and secure DevOps practices.
- Experience with cloud-native applications and container security is a plus.
PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS
- OSCP, GWAPT, or similar offensive security certifications
- CSSLP, CEH, or other relevant security credentials
OTHER SKILLS
- Strong leadership and team collaboration skills
- Cross-functional collaboration and coordination
- Excellent communication and reporting abilities
- Analytical mindset with a detail-oriented approach
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