Security Engineer

Air Apps • San Francisco, CA

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About The Position

As a Security Engineer at Air Apps, you will be responsible for safeguarding our applications, infrastructure, and data from threats and vulnerabilities. You will work closely with development, DevOps, and IT teams to implement secure coding practices, vulnerability scanning, and threat modeling to ensure our systems remain resilient against cyber threats. Your expertise will help build and maintain a secure development lifecycle (SDLC), security monitoring frameworks, and proactive risk mitigation strategies

Requirements

• Around 4+ years of experience in cybersecurity, application security, or security engineering .
• Strong knowledge of secure coding principles, OWASP Top 10, and threat modeling techniques .
• Experience with vulnerability scanning tools (Nessus, Qualys, Burp Suite) and penetration testing methodologies .
• Hands-on experience with SIEM, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and security monitoring tools .
• Proficiency in scripting and automation (Python, Bash, PowerShell) for security tasks.
• Familiarity with cloud security in AWS, Azure, or GCP, including IAM and workload protection.
• Knowledge of encryption protocols, network security, and API security best practices .
• Experience working with DevSecOps , integrating security into CI/CD pipelines.
• Ability to analyze security logs, detect anomalies, and mitigate potential threats .
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to communicate security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement threat modeling to identify security risks across applications and infrastructure.
• Conduct vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and security assessments to detect weaknesses.
• Define and enforce secure coding practices in collaboration with development teams.
• Work with DevOps to integrate security into CI/CD pipelines and automate security testing.
• Monitor and respond to security incidents , conducting root cause analysis and implementing preventative measures.
• Ensure compliance with security standards and regulations (e.g., ISO 27001, GDPR, SOC 2).
• Design and implement identity and access management (IAM) policies, encryption standards, and authentication mechanisms .
• Collaborate with product teams to conduct security reviews of features, APIs, and third-party integrations .
• Develop incident response plans, security documentation, and best practices .
• Stay ahead of emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies.

Benefits

• Apple hardware ecosystem for work.
• Annual Bonus .
• Medical Insurance (including vision & dental).
• Disability insurance - short and long-term.
• 401k up to 4% contribution.
• Air Conference – an opportunity to meet the team, collaborate, and grow together.
• Transportation budget
• Free meals at the hub
• Gym membership

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed