The Application Security team is responsible for the solutions and processes that secure Vanguard applications and operations. As an Application Security Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the security and compliance of the Vanguard software development lifecycle (SDLC). You will help develop strategy, implement new technology, maintain technical controls, assess vulnerabilities, and collaborate with developers to ensure that the proper guardrails are in place to enable the continuous and secure delivery of applications.
This role requires expertise in CICD, Secure software development, and application security best practices to improve developer experience and delivery of our security services to our end users
Key Responsibilities
Utilize application development, deployment, and security experience to help guide Application Security strategy and secure the software development lifecycle (SDLC)
Drive API, Container, and Application Security testing initiatives, including DAST and other security validation capabilities, to improve security coverage, identify vulnerabilities, and support timely remediation.
Develop strategies to secure current and emerging technologies (containers, serverless, API, AI/ML).
Provide hands-on engineering support for security incidents, threat events, vulnerability management, and control improvements to strengthen Enterprise application security posture.
Gather and report metrics from Application Security solutions and processes to provide meaningful insights into security coverage, risk reduction, and program maturity.
Create and maintain technical standards, operational procedures, and supporting documentation for Application Security services by leveraging guidance from organizations such as NIST, OWASP, and SANS.
Provide technical mentorship and training to development and cloud engineering teams on secure development practices for API, Container security, and vulnerability remediation.
Implement, optimize, and operationalize Application Security solutions to improve risk visibility, security coverage, and developer adoption.
Drive automation and security capabilities that improve developer experience, streamline security processes, and align Application Security solutions with enterprise security and technology goals.
Stay informed on emerging Application Security trends, technologies, attack techniques, and industry best practices to continuously enhance Vanguard's security posture.
Qualifications
Undergraduate degree in a related field or equivalent combination of training and experience.
Strong experience deploying and operating DAST tools to include managing team onboarding, authentication setup, and CI/CD integration.
Experience with other well-known application security tools (SAST, SCA, IAST, RASP, etc.)
Strong knowledge of application development, build, and deployment processes (development, IDEs, repositories, branching, pipelines, cloud, containers, serverless, etc.).
Familiarity with industry standards such as NIST, OWASP, and MITRE.
Relevant certifications in application development, security, application security, DevSecOps, or cloud are a plus.
Special Factor(s)
Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.
Special Factors
Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.About Vanguard
At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.
To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.
Skills Required
- Undergraduate degree in a related field or equivalent experience
- Strong experience deploying and operating DAST tools, including onboarding, authentication setup, and CI/CD integration
- Experience with SAST, SCA, IAST, and RASP tools
- Strong knowledge of application development, build, and deployment processes (IDEs, repositories, branching, pipelines, cloud, containers, serverless)
- Familiarity with industry standards such as NIST, OWASP, and MITRE
- Experience with secure software development, CI/CD, and application security best practices
- Experience with vulnerability management and remediation processes
- Relevant certifications in application security, DevSecOps, cloud, or development
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Affordable Benefits — Healthcare and related benefits are positioned as comparatively affordable via heavily subsidized medical plans and broad coverage options. This affordability can offset moderate base pay for employees who place higher value on out-of-pocket cost reductions.
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