Who are we?
A strategic and trusted insurance partner, Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI), provides a broad range of commercial property, casualty and specialty insurance coverages and outstanding service to customers and brokers around the world. Part of Berkshire Hathaway’s insurance operations, we bring our solutions to market with our stellar brand name, top-rated balance sheet, and the expertise of our global team of professionals, who exude excellent capabilities and strong character.
We are a values-based organization where respect, integrity, excellence, collaboration, and passion define who we are and how we do business. We value diversity of backgrounds, experience, and perspectives and strive to foster an inclusive environment that enables all our team members to bring their best selves to work. We are one team committed to building a culture where every teammate has the opportunity to contribute and be recognized. Want to be part of the team building the finest property, casualty and specialty lines insurance company in the world?
Learn more about our unique culture and history.
Job Opportunity:
Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) is looking for a visionary leader in Application Security to join our Boston-based team. This is your opportunity to shape the security strategy for mission-critical applications and APIs, working at the intersection of technology and business impact. As a key member of our cybersecurity leadership team, you’ll report directly to the CISO and lead a team of elite professionals, focusing on transforming secure coding practices across our Technology function. If you’re passionate about building secure, scalable solutions and influencing the future of DevSecOps, we’re interested in speaking with you.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Lead & Inspire: Drive a team of talented security analysts, setting the standard for excellence in application security.
- Be the Expert: Serve as the go-to SME for development, product, and business teams—embedding security into every stage of the SDLC.
- Innovate & Protect: Champion secure design and testing practices using OWASP Top 10 and API Top 10 standards.
- Shape Strategy: Align secure coding principles with development projects, create actionable roadmaps, and report on risk posture.
- Stay Ahead: Evolve frameworks and policies to meet emerging threats and compliance requirements.
- Hands-On Impact: Review DAST, SAST, and IAST findings, ensuring vulnerabilities are remediated before release.
- Advise & Influence: Act as a thought leader in DevSecOps, guiding upgrades and mitigating risks across the enterprise.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- 10+ years of proven success in application security, with deep experience in Azure and AWS.
- A true security mindset—balancing tactical fixes with strategic vision.
- Exceptional communication skills to translate complex technical issues into clear business insights.
- Expertise in Secure SDLC frameworks and modern security toolsets.
- Certifications like CISSP, CISM, CCSK, OSCP are a plus.
BHSI Offers:
- A competitive package and exciting growth opportunities for career-oriented teammates
- A dynamic, action oriented, and thoughtful environment centered on always doing the right thing for our customers, teammates and our other stakeholders
- A purposely non-bureaucratic organization that embraces simplicity over complexity and emphasizes individual excellence in a team framework
- Benefits that support your life and well-being, which include:
- Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision benefits
- Disability Insurance (both short-term and long-term)
- Life Insurance (for you and your family)
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (for you and your family)
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement Savings 401(k) Plan with Company Match
- Generous holiday and Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Parental Leave
The base salary range for this position in Boston is $150,000.00 to $185,000.00, along with annual bonus eligibility. Total compensation for a candidate is determined by their relevant skills, location, and experience. We value our teammates – both their capabilities and character – as demonstrated by our amazing culture.
NOTE: Compensation will be commensurate with experience. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Team Member may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization
Skills Required
- 10+ years of application security experience
- Deep experience with Azure and AWS
- Experience leading and managing application security teams
- Experience with Secure SDLC frameworks
- Experience using and reviewing DAST, SAST, and IAST findings
- Knowledge of OWASP Top 10 and API Top 10 standards
- Experience with DevSecOps practices and embedding security into the SDLC
- Exceptional communication skills to translate technical issues to business insights
- Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSK, OSCP
Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement support includes a 401(k) plan with matching contributions, which contributes to the overall value of the package. Performance bonuses are also described as part of the broader financial benefits offering.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off provisions are framed as generous, with generous paid time off and company holidays included in the described package. Parental leave and a return-to-work program also add to the overall time-away coverage.
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What We Do
Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance is an organization committed to providing long-term risk solutions and claims care to our customers backed by the financial strength of Berkshire Hathaway. We’re passionate about analyzing risk markets and tailoring insurance solutions that provide businesses with the flexibility they need to pursue opportunities. Accessibility, collaboration, responsibility, and integrity are at the core of how we conduct business. Ease of doing business is a priority, which means our teammates are empowered to collaborate and think creatively to achieve customer satisfaction. Our company culture puts a premium on responsiveness so we can get business done effectively, efficiently, and thoroughly. Come learn more about our products and services, our mission and our culture at www.bhspecialty.com. Follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/bhspecialty.
