Sr. Application Security Engineer

As a Senior Application Security Engineer at Kaseya, you'll lead application security assessments, conduct code reviews, and identify security vulnerabilities. Additionally, you’ll mentor junior engineers and ensure that any identified risks are effectively communicated and addressed, all while contributing to the strategic direction of our security efforts.

To qualify for the Senior Application Security Engineer position at Kaseya, you should have a formal education in cybersecurity, ideally with a strong foundation in Computer Science. A minimum of 2 years in a similar role and at least 5 years of experience in the IT sector is required, along with proficiency in secure coding practices and vulnerability assessment.

Kaseya prefers candidates with over 10 years of experience in the IT sector, showcasing a deep understanding of application security and related technologies. Continued experience as a Senior Application Security Engineer will also be an asset, reflecting both leadership and expertise in security practices.

At Kaseya, promoting a culture of security awareness is a priority. As a Senior Application Security Engineer, you'll mentor and guide fellow engineers, fostering an environment where best practices are recognized and shared, enabling a stronger security posture across teams.

Kaseya is committed to your professional growth, offering ample opportunities for career advancement. As a Senior Application Security Engineer, you’ll not only contribute to our core mission but also have the chance to take on leadership roles within the team, mentoring peers and furthering your expertise in the field.

In answering this question, illustrate your knowledge of secure coding standards, such as OWASP guidelines. Share specific examples from past projects where you identified and resolved vulnerabilities, highlighting your ability to influence secure coding within your team.

When asked this, explain your methodology for assessing security. Discuss using automated tools alongside manual reviews, covering aspects like threat modeling and vulnerability scans, and emphasize your ability to communicate findings to stakeholders effectively.

Share specific examples of how you have mentored others, whether through formal programs or informal guidance. Discuss your approach to fostering learning and embedding security best practices within your team, emphasizing its importance for overall security.

It’s essential to show that you actively engage with the cybersecurity community. Discuss subscribing to relevant journals, attending conferences, and participating in training. This showcases commitment to continuous learning and awareness of the ever-evolving security landscape.

Use this opportunity to tell a story. Discuss the nature of the problem, how you assessed its severity, your communication with the team, and the impact of your response, focusing on your problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.

Mention your preferred tools such as Burp Suite, Nessus, or Fortify, and provide insight into your rationale. Discuss how these tools have effectively supported your previous assessments, showcasing both familiarity and competency with relevant technology.

Discuss your assessment process, focusing on factors like potential impact, exploitability, and compliance needs. Emphasize the importance of clear communication with stakeholders to ensure understanding and timely triage of vulnerabilities.

Emphasize your communication skills, explaining how you translate technical jargon into understandable terms for stakeholders. Provide examples to illustrate how you’ve successfully managed diverse teams' needs, ensuring both security and organizational goals are met.

Highlight your approach to proactively identify risk areas, the importance of ongoing security training for staff, implementing security frameworks, and developing policies that evolve with emerging threats, illustrating your forward-thinking attitude toward security.

When answering, connect your personal values with Kaseya’s mission and culture. Discuss your passion for application security, your admiration for Kaseya’s innovative work, and how you envision growing within the organization while contributing to its success.