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About Appspace:
At Appspace, we’re passionate about creating better work experiences for people everywhere, and we’re looking for people that feel the same way. Our global office locations and flexible work culture help you work wherever and however you’re at your best. Plus, we take the time to help you enjoy your work, build lasting connections, and grow your role. Join the Appspace team and be a part of a culture that’s helping people everywhere love where they work.
Your Role as a Security Architect:
We’re looking for a Security Architect with a passion for securing Artificial Intelligence platforms, AI-driven code analysis, MCP security testing, promoting OWASP Top-Ten testing standards and supporting the Security Engineering program through the Software Application Maturity Model. A proven history of leading complex security transformations. This is a hands-on, deeply technical role, not an advisory position, ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of engineering, security and client engagement.
You'll use your expertise to penetration test cloud security, software security, and AI platforms whilst leading clients through high-impact security initiatives. A key focus of the role is conducting forensic investigations across cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), including containerized environments like Kubernetes.
In this role, you'll lead the architecture. design and implementation of modern security solutions, working directly with engineering teams to embed AI and Software Development best practices across their teams. You’ll get your hands dirty configuring, maintaining, and remediating infrastructure—particularly within Google Cloud or Microsoft Azure—including networks, firewalls, and web application firewalls.
If you’re looking to lead, build, and solve real-world security problems in the cloud, this role was built for you.
A Day in the Life of a Security Architect :
- Lead and execute security transformation initiatives for enterprise clients, focusing on AI security, cloud security, application security, and vulnerability management.
- Proficiency in writing code, scripting and automation (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash) to streamline investigations.
- Serve as a primary client-facing security expert, building strong relationships and effectively communicating complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Architect, design, and implement robust security solutions for cloud-native and traditional applications, with a strong emphasis on GCP and Azure.
- Conduct in-depth security assessments, red-team assessments, penetration tests, and code reviews to identify vulnerabilities and recommend remediation strategies.
- Collaborate with the engineering team to develop and implement secure software development lifecycles (SSDLC), integrating security best practices throughout the entire development process.
- Provide expert guidance on OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities, secure coding practices, and threat modeling.
- Drive the adoption of automated security testing tools and processes.
- The candidate will be available on occasional nights and weekends to support the Security Operations team and will be on-call in the event of any security incident.
- Mentor and provide technical leadership to other security engineers and client teams.
- Stay abreast of the latest security trends, threats, and technologies, continuously enhancing our service offerings
What You’ll Need:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Risk Management, or a related field (Nice to have).
- 10+ years of experience in information security, including penetration testing, red-team testing, offensive security and exploitation attacks
- Understanding OWASP, SAMMs and ISO frameworks as it relates to to secure software development practices
- Deep expertise in network and infrastructure security within major cloud platforms, including IAM, network configuration, and cloud-native security tools.
- Hands-on experience with vulnerability management, penetration testing, and common attack vectors; familiarity with SAST, DAST, and SCA tools.
- Strong understanding of the OWASP Top 10, secure coding principles, cryptography, and threat modeling.
- Experience testing and reviewing AI models and platforms and testing against the OWASP LLM Top 10.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills; able to influence and collaborate across technical and non-technical teams. - Certifications such as OSCP, OSWE, CISSP or cloud-specific credentials
- Demonstrated ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, and client-focused environment.
- Happy to work nights and weekends to support engineering and security initiatives when needed.
Nice- to- haves
- Certifications such as OSCP, OSWE, CISSP or cloud-specific credentials (e.g., Google Cloud Security Engineer, Azure Security Engineer, AWS Security Specialty).
- Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM templates to automate security controls.
- Familiarity with container security and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Knowledge of DevSecOps principles and integrating security into CI/CD pipelines
The Perks of Working for Appspace:
For all our KL based team members, we offer a variety of benefits from competitive salaries, medical, dental and vision coverage, mental health resources, a 14 week maternity leave program and transport/parking allowance.
Additional perks include:
- 20 Days PTO
- Flexible work schedules
- Remote work opportunities
- Paid company holidays
- Appspace Quiet Fridays (No non-essential internal meetings scheduled)
- A casual dress work environment
Disclaimer:
Appspace is committed to equitable compensation practices and complies with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations. For jurisdictions that require pay scale disclosure, a general compensation range may be provided during the initial stages of the interview process. Final compensation will be based on multiple factors including experience, skills, certifications, and overall fit for the role.
If you are located in a jurisdiction with specific pay transparency requirements, we will be happy to discuss the relevant range during your application process.
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