Application Security Lead Lisboa

Application Security Lead
Lisboa
Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal

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The Application Security Lead guides and supports IT Teams in designing and implementing a Secure Software Development Lifecycle. The role also covers tasks across all parts of the Essity Information Security Management Process (ISMP). Each team member’s responsibilities are defined annually based on Essity’s current risk exposure, individual competencies, and development goals. The job reports to the Director of Information Security (CISO).

What You Will Do

• Manage Essity’s application security programs.
• Collaborate closely with multiple development and delivery teams of various software products.
• Drive threat intelligence and technology watch in selected areas.
• Provide security guidance to Essity colleagues as a trusted security advisor.
• Make decisions based on information security standards and instructions.
• Plan annually and set priorities for security services and programs within your responsibility.
• Assess the need for security documentation, develop, and maintain information security standards.
• Coordinate advanced security programs related to application security.
• Develop Essity’s information security capabilities in line with the risk portfolio.
• Participate in internal and external audits.
• Monitor compliance with Essity security standards and follow up on remediation activities.
• Compile reports for IT management to ensure Info
  Sec is adequately addressed.

Who You Are

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field. Professional security certifications such as CISSP or CISA are advantageous.

Work Experience

Several years of experience in software engineering, application security, and ethical hacking.

Functional Skills

• Deep understanding of application security frameworks and maturity models.
• Advanced knowledge of OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities.
• Experience with Dev
  Sec
  Ops practices and application security tools (e. g. , SAST, SCA, DAST).
• Experience conducting threat modeling.
• Knowledge of programming languages.
• Skills across various IT security areas.
• Good understanding of regulatory compliance.
• Ability to explain complex security concepts simply.
• High-quality documentation and presentation skills.
• Motivational skills to promote security awareness among employees.

Languages

Interested? Please submit your application in English. If you are up for the challenge and believe you are suitable, apply online today! Note that due to data protection, applications via mail are not accepted. As we are conducting ongoing selections, interviews may occur before the application deadline. Use the provided link to apply through our career site. Final stages of recruitment may include background checks to verify your qualifications and fit for the role.

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- being products.