Senior Application Security Engineer
Wilson Elser, a leading national law firm with over 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices, is seeking a Senior Application Security Engineer to establish and lead its secure software development and DevSecOps program. This role is pivotal as the firm transitions to Azure, aiming to integrate security seamlessly into the development lifecycle without hindering delivery. The position reports to Information Security and collaborates closely with Application Development and Engineering leadership.
The Senior Application Security Engineer will be responsible for building and maturing the Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC) program, including its roadmap, standards, and success metrics. Key duties encompass performing application security reviews, threat modeling, secure architecture assessments, and source code reviews. The role also involves integrating and optimizing security tools within Azure DevOps pipelines, managing vulnerability ingestion and remediation, and developing dashboards to monitor application security posture. Additionally, the engineer will partner with cloud and infrastructure teams to secure Azure-hosted applications and services, support security reviews across various Azure environments, and help secure low-code/no-code platforms.
Candidates should have over five years of experience in Application Security, Product Security, DevSecOps, or Software Engineering, with a proven track record of building application security or DevSecOps programs from the ground up. Experience in leading or mentoring technical staff is essential. Hands-on expertise in securing Azure environments and Azure DevOps pipelines, along with integrating security tooling into CI/CD processes, is required. A strong foundation in secure coding principles, OWASP Top 10, secure SDLC, threat modeling, and vulnerability management is necessary. Proficiency with tools and technologies such as Azure DevOps, Azure cloud services, Snyk, SonarQube, containers/Kubernetes, PowerShell, Python,.NET, JavaScript, React, and PHP is expected.
While specific compensation details are not provided, Wilson Elser offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision care; retirement savings plans; flexible spending accounts; life insurance; paid time off; and short- and long-term disability plans. The firm is recognized for its supportive culture and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering an environment where employees are empowered to grow their careers and contribute meaningfully. Wilson Elser has been named among the Best Companies to Work For: Law Firms by U.S. News & World Report, reflecting its dedication to employee satisfaction and professional development.
Joining Wilson Elser provides an opportunity to be part of a preeminent defense litigation firm with a strong national presence. The firm emphasizes a culture of collaboration, innovation, and mutual respect, offering a collegial work environment that supports professional growth and work-life balance. Employees have access to a range of resources, including a first-class professional staff, robust legal databases, and a state-of-the-art information technology platform, enabling them to deliver first-class lawyering balanced with clients' expectations of value.