Application Security Engineer

Posted One Month Ago
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Hiring Remotely in National Capital Region, PHL
Remote
Senior level
Fintech • Software • Financial Services
The Role
Lead application security efforts: run SAST/DAST and dependency scans, perform manual code reviews, integrate and automate security testing in CI/CD, manage vulnerabilities, support incidents, and train developers.
Summary Generated by Built In

Do you want to take the first step in making Filipinos’ lives better everyday? Here in GCash we want to stay at the forefront of the FinTech industry by creating innovative, meaningful, and convenient financial solutions for the nation! G ka ba? Join the G Nation today!

Key Responsibilities:
 

1. Secure Development Practices:

  • Conduct static (SAST) and dynamic (DAST) security testing and provide actionable remediation recommendations to developers.

  • Develop and maintain secure coding standards and guidelines.

  • Perform manual code reviews for high-risk applications or critical features.

2. Tooling and Automation:

  • Configure and manage application security tools

  • Automate security testing within CI/CD pipelines to ensure scalability and consistency.

3. Collaboration and Training:

  • Collaborate with developers and DevOps teams to embed security into workflows.

  • Provide training and guidance to developers on secure coding practices.

4. Vulnerability Management:

  • Track, prioritize, and help remediate vulnerabilities in applications and dependencies.

  • Research and evaluate emerging threats and technologies to enhance application security.

5. Incident Support:

  • Support incident response efforts by analyzing application-level vulnerabilities.

  • Provide expertise during security incidents related to applications.

Qualifications:

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or equivalent experience.

  • Experience:

    • 5+ years in application security or software development with a strong focus on security.

    • Proven experience with SAST, DAST, and dependency scanning tools.

  • Technical Skills:

    • Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript).

    • Deep understanding of OWASP Top 10, secure design principles, and common attack vectors.

    • Experience in integrating security tools into CI/CD pipelines.

    • Knowledge of cloud-native application security and containerized environments.

  • Soft Skills:

    • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

    • Effective communication skills to translate technical security issues for diverse audiences.

What We Offer

Opportunity for career growth and development in the #1 FinTech company in the country Working with a dynamic and highly collaborative team who want to change the game A company that values their people with highly competitive and flexible compensation and benefits package

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years in application security or software development with strong security focus.
  • Proven experience with SAST, DAST, and dependency scanning tools.
  • Proficiency in Python, Java, and JavaScript.
  • Deep understanding of OWASP Top 10, secure design principles, and common attack vectors.
  • Experience integrating and automating security tools within CI/CD pipelines.
  • Knowledge of cloud-native application security and containerized environments.
  • Ability to perform manual code reviews for high-risk applications and provide remediation guidance.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
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The Company
HQ: Taguig
2,570 Employees
Year Founded: 2015

What We Do

Mynt is the first and only duacorn in the Philippines. It's a leader in mobile financial services focused on accelerating financial inclusion through mobile money, financial services, and technology. Mynt operates two fintech companies: GXI, the mobile wallet operator of GCash — the #1 Finance App in the Philippines, and Fuse Lending, a tech-based lending company that gives Filipinos access to microloans and business loans. Mynt, through its fintech operations, is a staunch supporter of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly UN SDGs 5,8,10, and 13, which focus on safety & security, financial inclusion, diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as taking urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts, respectively.

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