Security Engineer
Lead Applications Security Engineer at Arctic Wolf, driving secure application development, cloud protection, and automated threat response across the Aurora Platform to safeguard global customers in a fast‑moving, high‑growth environment.
At Arctic Wolf , you won’t just watch the cybersecurity industry evolve – you'll help lead the change. Our global Pack is made up of people who thrive on solving hard problems, moving fast, and building technology that protects organizations around the world. We’re proud to be recognized by Forbes, CNBC, Fortune, CRN, Bartner Peer Insights and IDC MarketScape – but what matters most is the work behind it: delivering real outcomes for customers through award winning innovation like our Aurora Platform.
If you’re looking for meaningful work, smart teammates and the chance to make a real impact in a high-growth company that’s redefining security operations, Arctic Wolf is the right place for you!
Our mission is simple: End Cyber Risk. We’re looking for a Lead Application Security Engineer to be part of making that happen.
ABOUT THE ROLE
At Arctic Wolf , we are transforming our Application Security function to be AI-first, fundamentally changing how security work is executed and scaled across the organization. We are seeking a Lead Application Security Engineer to help scale secure-by-design practices across our cloud, SaaS, and AI-enabled platforms.
In this role, you will lead threat modeling, define application security standards, assess product and platform architectures, and integrate security throughout the SDLC. This includes securing emerging AI and GenAI capabilities using frameworks such as the OWASP Top 10 and OWASP Top 10 for LLMs.
The role requires deep technical expertise, strong communication skills, and the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives. You will own and drive multiple AppSec programs, reduce risk, shape internal security practices, and coach engineers and Security Champions to raise the overall security maturity of the organization.
Responsibilities
Lead threat modeling exercises for applications, microservices, APIs, and AI/LLM-enabled systems
Define reusable security patterns and drive secure design reviews for product and platform architectures
Own AppSec initiatives end-to-end and drive risk-reduction programs across R&D
Influence engineering and product leaders to adopt secure practices through clear guidance and rationale
Conduct security assessments for new features, cloud architectures, and AI/GenAI capabilities
Implement and optimize AppSec tooling including SAST, DAST, IAST, SCA, IaC scanning, and container security
Establish metrics, dashboards, and scalable process improvements
Drive R&D wide security practices and help shape internal standards for secure development
Explore emerging technologies, and promote continuous learning within AppSec and the Security Champions community
About You
7+ years of experience in Application Security, Product Security, Secure Software Development, or a related security engineering discipline.
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Posted June 18, 2026