Application Security Engineer at Podium

At Podium, we are dedicated to helping local businesses thrive through our AI-powered lead conversion platform. Our tools for communication, payments, and review management are used by thousands of businesses every day, earning us recognition from organizations like Forbes and Fast Company. We are currently looking for a Senior Application Security Engineer to join our team in a full-time, remote capacity. If you are passionate about security and want to help us build a more secure future for our customers, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive vulnerability and penetration testing, with a strong focus on automating both the testing process and remediation efforts.
• Partner closely with our development and DevSecOps teams to implement continuous validation testing and maintain a secure development lifecycle.
• Stay ahead of emerging security threats by refining our testing strategies, participating in change management committees, and contributing to security projects.

Requirements

To succeed in this role, you should bring a strong blend of technical expertise and analytical thinking. We are looking for candidates who possess the following qualifications:

• At least 4 years of experience in cybersecurity, ideally supported by a background in application programming.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, C++, or Ruby.
• Deep understanding of web and network protocols, API security, and experience with both static and dynamic analysis tools.
• Strong skills in threat modeling and a proven ability to communicate complex security risks to technical leadership.
• A degree in computer science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience, is expected.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CSSLP, GWAPT, or OSCP are highly valued.

What we offer

We believe in supporting our team members both professionally and personally. Our benefits package is designed to provide security and flexibility, including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Life and disability insurance plans.
• A 401k plan with company matching.
• Generous paid time off, including extra holiday weekends.
• Support for new parents through paid maternity and paternity leave, as well as fertility benefits.
• Specific perks for our fully remote team members to ensure you feel connected and supported.