Application Security Engineer

Job Title:      Application Security Engineer

Duration:      End Date: 11/4/2026 with extension possible

Location:      Charlotte, NC (Prefer onsite in Charlotte for Hybrid model - 3 days a week)

Interview:    Video conference interview – 3 phases (Panel, Tech Test on your own time & Final); provide location and best time to interview – video-onscreen.

Requirement Notes:

·        Senior Analyst Cyber Security, Penetration Testing, and Secure Code Review

·        Outstanding problem-solving and troubleshooting skills with a strong attention to detail and standards; 

·        Perform penetration testing against products and systems, including web applications, web services, and mobile devices; 

·        Vulnerability triage; 

·        Experience with secure code review. 

·        Must have excellent communication skills - written and verbal; 

·        Professional demeanor and curious mindset; 

·        Respectfully challenge for the best outcome; **Proactive go-getter – take ownership, self-starter – autonomous worker who will take initiative but can work well collaboratively.

Application Security Engineer – Charlotte, NC 

·        Ally Financial Inc. is a leading automotive financial services company powered by a top direct banking franchise. Ally''s automotive services business offers a full suite of financing products and services, including new and used vehicle inventory and consumer financing, leasing, inventory insurance, commercial loans and vehicle remarketing services. Ally Bank, the company''s direct banking subsidiary, offers an array of deposit products, including certificates of deposit, savings accounts, money market accounts, IRA deposit products and interest checking. Ally''s Commercial Finance unit provides financing to middle-market companies across a broad range of industries.

 Position Description:

·        We are looking for a talented and trustworthy application security engineer.

·        Primary responsibilities include acting as a subject matter expert, performing AppSec testing activities, coordinating vendor pen testing with development teams, and coaching developers. 

·        The ideal candidate in this role must be able to bridge the gap to work with both development and DevSecOps teams to integrate security activities into their SDLC with an eye for automation and visibility (governance).

·        To ensure success, you should have advanced knowledge of computer and internet security systems, advanced level hacking skills, and the ability to automate processes, reporting, and governance activities.

·        Candidates must have the skills necessary to quickly identify security flaws and provide actionable recommendations on how to improve the security and protect information systems and data.

 Responsibilities:

·        Perform penetration testing against products and systems, including web applications, web services, and mobile devices.

·        Collaborate with stakeholders to develop remediation strategies.

·        Assist with delivery of secure development training.

·        Demonstrating practical/working exploitation of security flaws.

·        Develop and enhance process to automate the delivery of application security metrics.

·        Review SAST/DAST/IAST output for false positives. Assist development with remediation.

·        Serve as an application security subject matter expert for projects.

·        Participate in threat modeling exercises.

·        Effectively communicate vulnerability details, risks, and potential impacts to, application owners, developers, stakeholders, and partners. 

·        Act as a mentor for junior team members/interns.

·        Design, implement, and support security-focused tools and services.

·        Develop low-level tools that improve security testing, reporting, and monitoring.

 Principal Expectations:

·        10+ years of experience in manual penetration testing of web and mobile applications.

·        Identify, research, and evaluate current vulnerabilities, provide remediation and configuration guidance. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop remediation strategies.

·        Ability to interact with company personnel at all levels and across all business units to comprehend business imperatives. A strong customer/client focus, with the ability to manage expectations appropriately, to provide a superior customer/client experience and build long-term relationships.

·        Competent to work independently at an advanced technical level.

·        Produce well-written, detailed reports that describe vulnerabilities/risks and that provide specific remediation guidance.

 Requirements:

·        Thorough understanding of cloud technologies and environments (AWS, Azure, Google).

·        Ability to demonstrate a clear understanding, at an enterprise level, of application, network, infrastructure, and data security architecture.

·        Excellent analytical skills, able to manage multiple projects under strict timelines, work well in a demanding dynamic environment, and meet overall objectives.

·        Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.

·        Knowledge of web application frameworks, deployment technologies and security software.

·        Scripting capabilities for creating custom scripts to identify/exploit vulnerabilities.

·        Strong writing skills to produce detailed reports for consumption by stakeholders at all levels from operations to executive.

·        Experience with secure code review

·        Proven work experience in manual secure code review.

·        Experience working with GitLab Ultimate CI/CD technology, shift-left tools, and application security workflows.

·        GPEN, OSCP, CISSP, GWAPT, CEH, or similar certifications.

·        Scripting experience: One or more of Python, JavaScript, PowerShell, shell script, Ruby, PHP, LUA etc.

·        Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or Computer Science, or equivalent experience.

·        Inherent passion for information security and service excellence.

·        The ability to adapt to new situations and the desire to learn and stay current with AppSec trends, threats, and risks.