Application Security Engineer 2

Black Duck Software, Inc. helps organizations build secure, high-quality software, minimizing risks while maximizing speed and productivity. Black Duck, a recognized pioneer in application security, provides SAST, SCA, and DAST solutions that enable teams to quickly find and fix vulnerabilities and defects in proprietary code, open source components, and application behavior. With a combination of industry-leading tools, services, and expertise, only Black Duck helps organizations maximize security and quality in DevSecOps and throughout the software development life cycle.

About the Role

2 - 4 years of experience in application security, software assurance, or product security consulting.

Strong knowledge of frameworks such as BSIMM, NIST SSDF, or OWASP SAMM.

Experience with Open-Source Software (OSS) security, including identification, tracking, and remediation of vulnerabilities in third-party components.

Familiarity with Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) standards and tools (e.g., SPDX, CycloneDX), and their role in software supply chain transparency and compliance

Proven experience in developing or executing maturity models, capability assessments, or multi-year roadmaps for AppSec or DevSecOps programs.

Hands-on experience with secure software development practices, including familiarity with SDLC, CI/CD pipelines, and code-level security controls.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate technical findings into clear, executive-level narratives and actionable plans.

Strong presentation and facilitation skills in client-facing environments.

Preferred:

Prior consulting experience with a Big Four, boutique AppSec consultancy, or internal software security governance team.

Experience in software supply chain risk management (SSCRM), AI/ML assurance, or DevSecOps pipeline design.

Background in software development (e.g., Java, Python, C#) and experience working within secure SDLCs.

Industry certifications such as CEH, CISSP, CSSLP, CISM, or equivalent.

What You’ll Deliver

Comprehensive AppSec Program Roadmaps, maturity assessments, and framework-aligned reports.

Visuals and documentation for capability maturity models and strategic planning.

Executive summaries and strategic recommendations tailored to leadership audiences.

Black Duck is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran or military service status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Black Duck complies with all applicable laws prohibiting employment discrimination in every jurisdiction where it operates and provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.