Vice President, Application Security InfoSec Information Security Bengaluru Bengaluru Full-Time Saviynt's AI-powered identity platform manages and governs human and non-human access to all of an organization's applications, data, and business processes. Customers trust Saviynt to safeguard their digital assets, drive operational efficiency, and reduce compliance costs. Built for the AI age, Saviynt is today helping organizations safely accelerate their deployment and usage of AI. Saviynt is recognized as the leader in identity security, with solutions that protect and empower the world’s leading brands, Fortune 500 companies and government institutions. For more information, please visit www.saviynt.com. Saviynt is an amazing place to work. We are a high-growth, Platform as a Service company focused on Identity Authority to power and protect the world at work. You will experience tremendous growth and learning opportunities through challenging yet rewarding work which directly impacts our customers, all within a welcoming and positive work environment. If you're resilient and enjoy working in a dynamic environment you belong with us! Security & ComplianceThis role requires adherence to Saviynt’s information security and privacy policies and procedures, including annual security training. Saviynt is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome everyone to our team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. WHAT YOU WILL DO

Leverage current and emerging AI capabilities to establish a world-class Application Security function, including key responsibilities outlined below.
Lead and conduct highly advanced, in-depth white-box penetration testing of web application and APIs.
Perform comprehensive security assessments and penetration testing on Cloud Infrastructure (AWS and Azure), including configuration, deployment models, and integrated services.
Advise on shift-left controls and influence Engineering to adopt key controls.
Deep-dive into Kubernetes clusters (EKS and AKS) and containerized applications, exploiting misconfigurations and security flaws in containerized workloads.
Define the offensive security roadmap and lead the adoption of cutting-edge testing techniques and tools.
Serve as an advisor to Architecture, Engineering, and DevOps teams, providing expert guidance on secure design patterns and critical remediation strategies across all technology domains (App, API, Cloud, K8s).
Design and execute complex, multi-stage attack paths targeting LLMs and AI-integrated systems, covering LLM top 10 vulnerabilities.
Act as primary point person in customer facing discussions, and assume responsibility to address Application Security issues to address customer needs.
Lead advanced threat modelling exercises for major initiatives, focusing on identifying sophisticated, high-impact risks specific to our unique environment.
Analyse, prioritize, and articulate complex security findings based on holistic risk, exploitability, and business context, focusing on vulnerabilities that pose a significant threat to organizational goals.
Drive the selection, customization, and deployment of best-in-class security tools and develop proprietary tools or frameworks to address unique testing challenges.
Develop and present executive-level reports and technical findings, ensuring clear and impactful communication to both senior non-technical leadership and deep-technical teams.
Mentor and formally guide senior and principal-level penetration testers, fostering a culture of excellence, continuous learning, and security research

WHAT YOU BRING

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
15+ years of hands-on, progressive experience in penetration testing and offensive security.
Prior experience conducting advanced security assessments of Application and API ecosystems, complex penetration testing of AWS and Azure cloud infrastructures and Kubernetes/Containerized Environments (AKS, EKS).
OSCP certification (or equivalent) is preferred but not a must.

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