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Software Engineer, Application Security

Application Security Engineer role at Glean in Palo Alto, CA.
Glean
On-Site
United States
USD 185,000 - 280,000
Job Description
Glean is seeking an experienced Application Security Engineer to ensure their technology stack is free of software vulnerabilities. This role involves securing base OS images, scanning and patching open-source software dependencies, and integrating security tools into the CI/CD pipeline. The ideal candidate will lead vulnerability management, evaluate security technologies, and proactively protect Glean's infrastructure.

Responsibilities:
  • Own and lead the vulnerability management lifecycle.
  • Implement and manage secure base OS images.
  • Continuously scan, monitor, and patch OSS dependencies.
  • Research and evaluate trusted open-source security solutions.
  • Integrate SAST, DAST, and dependency scanning tools into the CI/CD pipeline.
  • Define and maintain best practices for secure coding.
  • Develop automated security validation tests.
  • Lead the adoption of custom security solutions to manage and mitigate security risks at scale.
  • Provide security guidance, training, and mentorship to engineering teams.

Requirements:
  • BA/BS in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent industry experience).
  • 5+ years of experience in application security and vulnerability management.
  • Deep understanding of software security vulnerabilities, including CVEs, OWASP Top 10, and supply chain risks.
  • Experience with SAST, DAST, dependency scanning, and vulnerability management tools.
  • Strong familiarity with package managers and securing open-source dependencies.
  • Coding experience in languages such as Go, Python, Java, or C++ to develop security test cases and tooling.
  • Hands-on experience with cloud-native security best practices across AWS, GCP, or Azure.
  • Knowledge of container security, Kubernetes security, and securing microservices architectures.
  • Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and drive security adoption within engineering teams.

Glean offers:
  • Competitive compensation
  • Medical, Vision and Dental coverage
  • Flexible work environment and time-off policy
  • 401k
  • Company events
  • Home office improvement stipend
  • Annual education stipend
  • Wellness stipend
  • Healthy lunches and dinners provided daily
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Glean

Glean is an AI-powered enterprise search and knowledge discovery platform. It aims to revolutionize how people work by providing a system of intelligence that connects employees to a company's collective knowledge. By understanding data at a deep level, it delivers relevant search results and connects users to generative AI agents. Founded by former Google and Facebook engineers, Glean builds connective tissue between AI and knowledge.

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