Manager / Senior Manager, Application Security

Applied Systems, Inc.

82d • $140,000 - $170,000

About The Position

Transforming the insurance industry is ambitious, we know. That’s why at Applied, we’re building a team that shows up every day ready to learn, willing to try new things, and driven to deliver innovative software and services that make us indispensable to our customers – all within a culture built on values that make us indispensable to each other too. With 40+ years of experience in the insurtech game, we’re not just redefining what’s achievable, we’re creating a place where amazing career moments are made possible. We are seeking a hands-on, strategic, and technically proficient Manager / Senior Manager of Application Security to lead a growing team of security engineers. This role is ideal for a leader who thrives in a fast-paced SaaS environment, is passionate about scaling secure development practices, and can dive deep into technical challenges while fostering a high-performing and psychologically safe team culture. You must have the ability to assist the team with developing and implementing the solutions the team is responsible for.

Requirements

• Minimum 7 years of experience in Security Operations, Incident Response, or GRC, with at least 3 years building application security programs
• Proven experience leading security or security-focused SRE teams in a SaaS or product company
• Expert-level understanding of security libraries, controls, and vulnerabilities
• Deep familiarity with modern AppSec tooling: SAST, SCA, DAST, IAST, RASP
• Strong development/scripting skills; experience with .NET Core, Go, Python preferred
• Advanced knowledge of cloud infrastructure (GCP preferred), Kubernetes, Docker, and Helm
• Excellent communication skills, including executive-level reporting and collaboration
• Ability to lead through ambiguity and context-switching with ease
• Holds at least two relevant security certifications (e.g., CSSLP, CASE, GWEB, OSCP, OSWE)

Responsibilities

• Hire, mentor, and grow a world-class team of application security engineers
• Conduct regular 1:1s and foster psychological safety and career development
• Train team members in candidate screening and managerial interviewing
• Lead and perform complex application security reviews and threat modeling
• Provide expert guidance on security architecture, tooling, and secure coding practices
• Develop scalable security solutions such as automated testing and centralized libraries
• Own and evolve documentation and procedures for security reviews
• Drive initiatives that holistically address multiple vulnerabilities across products
• Evangelize and lead security training efforts with development teams
• Build strong partnerships with Legal, Infrastructure, IT, Development, and Product teams
• Provide input on quarterly OKRs/MBOs and deliver on them successfully
• Maintain tactical oversight of daily team efforts and long-term vision
• Develop and track KPIs to measure team performance and impact
• Act as Incident Manager during major security events and participate in the Security Escalation On-Call rotation
• Identify and implement security-related technical and process improvements

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Holiday and Vacation Time
• Health & Wellness Days
• A Bonus Day for Your Birthday

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager