Director of Application Security - DevSecOps

Pegasystems - Concord, NH

Full-time - Senior

Remote - Concord, NH

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Director of Application Security - DevSecOps is responsible for leading a team dedicated to safeguarding the security and integrity of Pega's applications and platforms. This role involves implementing critical security measures, conducting continuous assessments, and providing essential tools and frameworks to enable platform engineering teams to build securely. The director will collaborate closely with the Chief of Security and internal stakeholders to address complex security concerns and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the delivery of security analysis tools to platform engineering, ensuring seamless integration and adherence to best practices.
• Ensure compliance with security protocols and continuously advance the approach to align with industry standards.
• Collaborate with Pega's Chief of Security and support account executives and customers on security-related matters.
• Facilitate security assessments and innovations that strengthen the security posture throughout the development lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years in a security-related role.
• Demonstrated ability to write code in languages such as Java, Python, or .Net.
• Experience with secure development tools (e.g., SAST, SCA/OSS, DAST).
• Proficient in Agile methodologies and security standards (e.g., OWASP top 10).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or GWAPT.
• Familiarity with frameworks like SAMM or BSIMM.
• Experience with tools such as Burp Suite or OWASP ZAP.

Benefits

• Continuous learning and development opportunities.
• An innovative, inclusive, agile, flexible, and fun work environment.
• Competitive global benefits program inclusive of pay + bonus incentive, employee equity in the company.