At Arctic Wolf, we're redefining the cybersecurity landscape. With our employee Pack members, spread out globally, committed to setting new industry standards. Our accomplishments speak for themselves, from our recognition in the Forbes Cloud 100, CNBC Disruptor 50, Fortune Future 50, and Fortune Cyber 60 to winning the 2024 CRN Products of the Year award. We’re proud to be named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape for Worldwide Managed Detection and Response Services and earning a Customers' Choice distinction from Gartner Peer Insights. Our Aurora Platform also received CRN’s Products of the Year award in the inaugural Security Operations Platform category. Join a company that’s not only leading, but also shaping, the future of security operations.
Our mission is simple: End Cyber Risk. We’re looking for a Managed Awareness Manager to be part of making this happen.
Arctic Wolf seeks a Lead Application Security Engineer to guide 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.
What You’ll Do
Lead Threat modeling exercises for cloud, 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
What We’re Looking For
A bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Engineering,
Cybersecurity or related technical field; or equivalent experience.
8+ years of experience in application security or secure software development
Expertise in OWASP Top 10, ASVS, and OWASP Top 10 for LLMs and GenAI systems
Strong experience leading threat modelling and security architecture reviews
Hands-on experience with AppSec tooling including SAST, DAST, SCA, and cloud-native security tools
Experience guiding risk discussions and driving adoption of secure practices
Key Competencies
Communicates clearly across technical and executive audiences
Excels at analytical thinking and identifying innovative solutions
Influences teams through collaboration and sound reasoning
Able to lead programs, drive measurable improvements, and shape internal standards
Promotes continuous learning and elevates the security capabilities of others
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with secure cloud architecture across AWS, Azure, or GCP
Certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, CSSLP, OSWE, OSCP, GPEN, GWAPT, or similar
Experience in large-scale SaaS environments or regulated industries
Location and Travel
· Our teams are diverse, including our geographical locations. However, our team has chosen to operate in the Indian Time Zone (GMT +5:30). The management role does require occasional check ins in other time zones.
· We operate in a hybrid model where some employees work from their home offices, others in-office, and some a combination of both. All employees within a 30 mile (48 km) radius, of an Arctic Wolf office must be present in office 3 days a week. Please ask for specific location requirements during your interview.
· Quarterly planning sessions may be conducted in-person, requiring travel to Bangalore, Karnataka, India. Ad-hoc infrequent travel (estimate 10%) may be required
Why Arctic Wolf?
At Arctic Wolf, we foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that thrives on diversity of thought, background, and culture. This is reflected in our multiple awards, including Top Workplace USA (2021-2024), Best Places to Work – USA (2021-2024), Great Place to Work – Canada (2021-2024), Great Place to Work – UK (2024), and Kununu Top Company – Germany (2024). Our commitment to bold growth and shaping the future of security operations is matched by our dedication to customer satisfaction, with over 7,000 customers worldwide and more than 2,000 channel partners globally. As we continue to expand globally and enhance our technology, Arctic Wolf remains the most trusted name in the industry.
Our Values
Arctic Wolf recognizes that success comes from delighting our customers, so we work together to ensure that happens every day. We believe in diversity and inclusion, and truly value the unique qualities and unique perspectives all employees bring to the organization. And we appreciate that—by protecting people’s and organizations’ sensitive data and seeking to end cyber risk— we get to work in an industry that is fundamental to the greater good.
We celebrate unique perspectives by creating a platform for all voices to be heard through our Pack Unity program. We encourage all employees to join or create a new alliance. See more about our Pack Unity here.
We also believe and practice corporate responsibility, and have recently joined the Pledge 1% Movement, ensuring that we continue to give back to our community. We know that through our mission to End Cyber Risk we will continue to engage and give back to our communities.
All wolves receive compelling compensation and benefits packages, including:
Equity for all employees
Flexible annual leave, paid holidays and volunteer days
Training and career development programs
Comprehensive private benefits plan including medical insurance for you and your family, life insurance (3x compensation), and personal accident insurance.
Fertility support and paid parental leave
Arctic Wolf is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other basis forbidden under federal, provincial, or local law. Arctic Wolf is committed to fostering a welcoming, accessible, respectful, and inclusive environment ensuring equal access and participation for people with disabilities. As such, we strive to make our entire employee experience as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for candidates and employees with disabilities and/or other specific needs where possible. Please let us know if you require any accommodations by emailing
On-Camera Policy
To support a fair, transparent, and engaging interview experience, candidates interviewing remotely are expected to be on camera during all video interviews.
Being on camera fosters authentic connection, improves communication, and allows for full engagement from both candidates and interviewers.
We understand that technical, bandwidth, or location-related challenges may occasionally prevent video use. If this applies, candidates are required to notify us in advance so we can explore appropriate accommodations.
Security Requirements
Conducts duties and responsibilities in accordance with AWN’s Information Security policies, standards, processes, and controls to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of AWN business information (in accordance with our employee handbook and corporate policies).
Background checks are required for this position.
This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). Please note that, if applicable, an offer for employment will be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these laws and regulations (edited)