Security Engineer - Application Security

As a Security Engineer - Application Security at Zip, your primary responsibilities include identifying potential threats within our application code, developing effective security solutions, and contributing to the overall information security strategy. Working closely with the Cyber Security team, you'll assess current and emerging threats and collaborate to reduce risks across the organization, ensuring a secure environment for our customers.

To qualify for the Security Engineer - Application Security position at Zip, candidates should have a minimum of 3 years of experience in information security or secure software development. It is essential to be knowledgeable about public cloud services like AWS or Azure, have experience with application security, and demonstrate proficiency in systems such as Docker or Kubernetes. A strong aptitude for risk management and relationship building is also crucial.

At Zip, career growth for a Security Engineer - Application Security is promising. You will have opportunities to advance within the Security domain or explore other areas within our tech ecosystem. The supportive environment encourages you to take ownership of your career, develop new skills, and make your mark in a variety of initiatives across the company.

The culture at Zip is collaborative and people-centered, making it an excellent place for a Security Engineer - Application Security. You will be surrounded by smart, friendly colleagues who are committed to supporting each other's growth. We embrace our core values—Customer First, Own It, Stronger Together, and Change the Game—creating an environment where everyone feels valued and encouraged to contribute their unique perspectives.

Zip promotes a healthy work-life balance for its employees, offering hybrid work arrangements and ample paid leave. In addition to 25 days of annual leave, including birthday leave and wellness days, Zip supports mental health initiatives, family-friendly policies, and volunteering opportunities. You can feel confident that your well-being is prioritized while you tackle the challenges associated with your role.

When answering this question, discuss specific techniques you've employed in assessing application vulnerabilities, such as threat modeling, secure coding practices, and penetration testing. Highlight any particular frameworks or tools you have worked with, and demonstrate your knowledge of mitigating security risks effectively.

Express your systematic approach to identifying and evaluating security risks. Talk about your experience in implementing controls, monitoring threats, and reporting security issues. Mention how stakeholder engagement plays a vital role in managing risks and ensuring a secure environment.

Share your understanding of cloud security principles, such as understanding shared responsibility models, configuring security groups, identity access management, and data encryption. Provide examples of how you've employed best practices to maintain security across cloud environments to protect customers' data.

When addressing this question, present a specific incident where you took a lead role in incident response. Explain how you identified the threat, the steps you took to mitigate it, and what lessons were learned to strengthen future security measures. Emphasize effective communication and collaboration throughout the process.

Discuss your commitment to continuous learning in the field of cybersecurity. Mention resources such as industry blogs, cybersecurity forums, conferences, or certifications that you actively engage with to stay informed. Highlight your approach to integrating knowledge from these resources into your work.

Describe your familiarity with continuous integration and continuous deployment practices, focusing on embedding security checks early in the pipeline. Highlight any specific tools you've used and how you've collaborated with development teams to ensure secure deployments without slowing down the workflow.

Explain your strategies for effective stakeholder communication, such as conducting training sessions, creating informative materials, or establishing feedback loops. Share examples where you've successfully engaged cross-functional teams to promote a culture of security awareness.

Identify specific challenges such as balancing security needs with usability or dealing with legacy systems. Discuss how you approached these issues, the solutions you implemented, and the positive outcomes achieved from your actions.

Detail your experience in conducting vendor assessments, including how you evaluate their security practices, compliance standards, and any risks they might introduce. Highlight your method for ensuring that third-party solutions align with your organization's security goals.

Specify tools and technologies you've used for different aspects of application security, such as static and dynamic analysis tools, vulnerability scanners, or security information and event management (SIEM) solutions. Explain why you prefer these tools and how they've contributed to your success in securing applications.