Barracuda · 21 hours ago
Senior Application Security Engineer
Chelmsford, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expBarracuda is a leading cybersecurity company providing complete protection against complex threats. As a Senior Application Security Engineer, you will help shape the future of the AppSec program and drive strategic security initiatives across the product portfolio.
Cloud InfrastructureEnterprise SoftwareSecuritySoftware
Responsibilities
Embed security across the development lifecycle, moving from pen-test/documentation-heavy to guardrail-driven programs
Facilitate lightweight, feature-level threat models and drive risk-based discussions
Perform hands-on application penetration tests and security-focused source code reviews
Drive risk rating and vulnerability management processes
Partner with product, platform, and engineering leads to drive security initiatives
Lead outcome-focused design review discussions and security trainings
Provide framework-specific remediation guidance to developers
Qualification
Required
5–8+ years in product-focused AppSec, with a track record of embedding security and reducing late-stage findings via automation and developer enablement
Deep practical knowledge of core security concepts (authN/Z, session management, input/output handling, logging, data protection, access controls)
Proficient in at least two programming languages (TypeScript/JavaScript, Python, Ruby, Java, Go, etc.)
Hands-on experience with application penetration testing and code reviews
Proficient in threat modeling and risk-based analysis
Strong organizational, time-management, communication, and presentation skills
Benefits
Equity, in the form of non-qualifying options
High-quality health benefits
Retirement Plan with employer match
Career-growth opportunities
Flexible Time Off and Paid Time Off benefits
Volunteer opportunities
Company
Barracuda
Barracuda is a leading global cybersecurity company providing complete protection against complex threats for all size business.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2023 (10)
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$61MKey Investors
Menlo VenturesPalomar VenturesDaiwa Securities Group,NIF Ventures
2007-09-17Acquired
2005-10-17Series Unknown· $15M
2003-04-08Series C· $20M
Leadership Team
Hatem Naguib
Chief Executive Officer
Fleming Shi
Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
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