Engineering Director, Application Security

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

About the role

For our client, we are seeking a Engineering Director, Application Security to join the team of a leader in the Enterprise Technology space. This role will guide technical delivery across application security engagements, with a strong emphasis on quality, client impact, and team development. The position blends hands-on security expertise with leadership, ensuring engineers are staffed effectively and supported in their growth. You will also help shape how AI tools are incorporated into auditing and research workflows to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical delivery and manage the quality of engagements
• Make project assignment decisions that balance client needs and team development
• Create opportunities for engineers to present, publish, and contribute to open source
• Set technical direction and invest in team capability development
• Integrate AI into workflows to enhance auditing and research efficiency

Qualifications

• 10+ years in security with a focus on source code audits
• Recent hands-on security experience within the past year
• Experience leading teams of 8+ engineers in a consulting environment
• Proficiency in at least 4 programming languages, including Rust, Go, and Python
• Track record of managing project profitability and staffing
• Experience fostering team development and visibility in the security community
• Familiarity with AI coding and analysis tools

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses
• Fully company-paid health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• 401(k) plan with 5% salary match
• 20 days of paid vacation with flexibility
• 4 months of parental leave
• $10,000 relocation assistance for NYC move
• $1,000 stipend for home office setup
• $750 annual learning and development stipend
• Company-sponsored team celebrations
• Philanthropic contribution matching up to $2,000 annually

Pay

$250,000 – $300,000 annually