Senior Manager - Application Security (M/F)
(Massy - France)
Founded in 2000, Ivalua is a global leader in cloud procurement management software solutions.
OUR COMPANY
At Ivalua, we are a global community of experts convinced that digital transformation makes supply chains more sustainable and resilient, while improving collaboration with suppliers. We achieve this through our cloud spend management platform, which enables hundreds of major brands to manage their spend and their suppliers while optimizing their profitability, their ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) performance, reducing risks and improving their productivity. Driven by our passions and fueled by our shared ambitions, we give ourselves the means to meet challenges and create impactful experiences for our customers and our partner ecosystem, while giving meaning to our teams.
Learn more at www.ivalua.com. Follow us on LinkedIn
THE OPPORTUNITY
CONTEXT: You will be part of the InfoSec team with the mission of building, maintaining and continuously improving the security of our application, thereby providing assurance of protection and security to our customers. Our team is operational, with a strong problem-solving mindset, able to think holistically about implementation and to deliver solutions to address our customers' long-term challenges. .
ROLE: As Senior Manager AppSec, you will dedicate a major part of your role to steering, strategy and managing the application security program, while remaining the technical pillar and support of the operational team. Your mission will be to rethink, structure and lead our AppSec program on a global scale.
We are looking for a strategic and technical Senior Manager AppSec to orchestrate the security of our SaaS application as well as Ivalua's internet-facing ecosystem. This hybrid role requires close collaboration with R&D (Solution Owners, Framework Architects, Dev Leads) in order to integrate security from the very genesis of each new feature.
You will be responsible for prioritizing tasks in the face of bandwidth challenges, managing complex customer escalations and automating detection processes by leveraging cutting-edge technologies.
WHAT YOU WILL DO HERE
- Define the strategic roadmap, design application security frameworks and ensure their seamless integration into R&D processes for every new product development
- Support the operational team on a daily basis, arbitrate and prioritize critical tasks, and maintain a strong technical depth on complex topics
- Work hand in hand with R&D Leaders, Solution Owners and Dev Leads to conduct security architecture reviews and streamline the software development lifecycle
- Drive the automation of security testing within CI/CD pipelines by integrating intelligent agents and optimizing the use of AI for detection and remediation
- Coordinate and manage external and internal penetration testing campaigns, analyze results and oversee remediation plans
- Be the preferred point of contact during escalations of critical customers on complex topics; analyze requests, quickly identify key points and explain technical security concepts to stakeholders
YOUR PROFILE
If you have solid experience in application security, natural leadership and a strategic vision of DevSecOps, this role is made for you.
Skills and Experience:
- At least 10 years of proven experience in Application Security
- At least 5 years of experience as a direct manager
- Solid technical background in application security with excellent knowledge of vulnerabilities
- Habit of working directly with development teams
- Mastery of the Microsoft stack and a thorough culture of CI/CD environments
- Experience in automating security tools and strong interest/comfort with AI technologies to optimize defense processes
- One or more recognized certifications in offensive security are highly valued
Desired Qualities:
- Ability to position oneself in support of an operational team, to delegate, prioritize effectively and maintain methodological rigor despite time constraints
- Proven ability to communicate with a wide range of stakeholders
- Ability to simplify highly complex concepts, to immediately identify architectural friction points and to propose sustainable holistic solutions
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT
If your application matches the skills sought for this role, our recruitment team will contact you to schedule a first phone call. Take one step further towards achieving your goals - apply today!
A dedicated recruiter will guide you through every step of the recruitment process. We are here to support you!
Our recruitment process is designed to assess your skills through a series of personalized interviews with our teams. Interviews will take place virtually and in person at our offices.
WHAT YOU WILL FIND AT IVALUA
- A "Hybrid" model (3 days on site, 2 days remote),
- We are a team driven by the desire to push the limits of product and technological innovation,
- A privately held, constantly growing company,
- A stable and profitable company,
- Every week, the opportunity to gather together around a meal provided by the company,
- Thrive while pursuing your goals through a powerful team spirit, conducive to creativity and productivity,
- Unlock your professional potential through our training and career development program,
- Join a dynamic and international team of experts in their fields, and collaborate with people passionate about their work and guided by a shared vision,
- Experience an inclusive work environment open to diversity, where your contribution will be appreciated and valued,
- Take part in the numerous events organized by the company (sports competitions, music events and team building),
- Acclaimed by its employees, Ivalua was named by Comparably (https://www.comparably.com/companies/ivalua)
Shaped by our differences - Your energy is our strength!
United by our values, we celebrate diversity and equity in all their breadth to build an inclusive work environment. To help our customers make their supply chains more efficient, sustainable and resilient, we rely on our international teams with diverse backgrounds, skills and perspectives. We believe in equal opportunities and in diversity as drivers of innovation, fostering a spirit of inclusiveness, a productive and pleasant work environment, and offering fulfilling career prospects for all Ivaluans.
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