Senior Application Security Engineer

Job Summary:

We are currently seeking a Senior Application Security Engineer to join our Product Security team. The team assesses, enables, and influences the secure design, development, operation and usage of games, while also providing Offensive Security and Penetration testing capabilities. This individual will assess the security of gaming applications by analyzing their codebase, identifying vulnerabilities through reverse engineering, and evaluating the efficiency of security controls implemented on mobile gaming apps to ensure player data and interactions remain secure and protected. The right candidate for this position has the technical knowledge and experience performing network and application penetration testing (both in code and live applications) in a fast-paced, agile and startup-like environment.

Responsibilities

• :Conduct thorough penetration tests on applications, systems, and networks to identify vulnerabilities
• .Apply industry-standard tools and techniques to simulate real-world attacks and assess security weaknesses
• .Perform in-depth assessments of applications across platforms (iOS, Android, Nintendo, Steam and more) to identify security flaws
• .Assess the security of APIs by analyzing authentication, authorization mechanisms, input validation, and potential vulnerabilities
• .Craft comprehensive and clear reports detailing assessment findings, vulnerabilities, and recommended remediation steps
• .Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of tests, methodologies, and discovered vulnerabilities
• .Stay up-to-date with the latest threats, attack vectors, and security trends and be ready to apply them in our environment
• .Engage in continuous learning and research to improve your skills and contribute to the team's knowledge base

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Desired Skills and Experienc

• e:4-6 years of proven experience in pen-testing and vulnerability assessme
• ntExperience with secure coding practices, code review, and familiarity with programming languages commonly used in game development ex: C, C++, C#, Go, Python, PHP, Obj-C/Swift, Linux and O
• SXSolid understanding of reverse engineering tools and technique
• s.Proficiency in assessing mobile applications for security vulnerabilitie
• s.Experience with API security testing and assessmen
• t.Familiarity with gaming-related security challenges and solutions is desirab
• leA good rank in well-known bug bounty platforms is a pl
• usProven experience with tool development and security automation will be a strong pl
• usExcellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skill
• s.Strong written and verbal communication skills for crafting clear and effective report
• s.Ability to work independently and effectively in a fast-paced environment with changing prioriti
• esEthical attitude with a dedication to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and professionalis

m.Join the team and play a pivotal role in securing our systems, applications, and networks against evolving cyber threats. If you're passionate about hacking for good and want to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to appl

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What We Offer Y

• ou:Work in a studio that has complete P&L ownership of ga
• mesCreate next-gen games that will be played and loved by millions of players around the wo
• rldWork in a collaborative team that invests in your development and growth on-the-
• jobCompetitive salary and bonus p
• lanExtended Health coverage, disability, critical illness and life insura
• nceChild care facilities for women employees and discounted facilities for male employ
• eesVirtual mental health and neurodiversity support progr
• amsFamily planning support prog
• ramAdditional leave options for most employ
• eesEmployee Assistance Progr
• amsFrequent employee eve
• ntsFlexible working hours on many te
• amsA diverse team of friendly, fun and supportive co-work
• ersCulture of diversity and inclusion including employee resource groups that connect Zyngites through culture, lifestyle and