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Sr. Application Security Analyst

Warner Bros Discovery

Georgia, United States (Hybrid)

Sr. Application Security Analyst

1 Month ago • 5 Years + • Data Analyst • $74,760 PA - $138,840 PA

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Job Description

Warner Bros. Discovery seeks a Sr. Application Security Analyst to execute manual penetration testing on web applications/services and software. The role involves developing other security engineers, advising management on security violations, providing actionable remediation feedback, and partnering with developers to improve application security. Responsibilities include conducting security assessments, verifying fixes, and communicating effectively with developers. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in penetration testing, code review, or red teaming, scripting experience (Python preferred), and a strong understanding of web application security, network security, and authN/authZ protocols. This is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of three days per week in the Atlanta or Silver Spring office.

Must have:

Manual penetration testing
Web application security expertise
5+ years experience in penetration testing
Scripting (Python)
Strong communication skills

Perks:

Hybrid work model
Health insurance
Wellness program
Retirement savings plan
Paid holidays and sick time

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are…

When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

*Must be able to work a hybrid model (3 days onsite) out of our Atlanta or Silver Spring office.*

Job Responsibilities

Execute manual penetration testing engagements against a variety of web applications/services and software

Develop other security engineers

Advise management of violations or egregious negligence toward defined standards in targets tested

Provide actionable remediation feedback for findings and/or long-term risk mitigation guidance

Provide clear communication on the issue to developers and verify the efficacy of the ‘fix’

Partner with developers to drive improvement in application security as a result of security assessment engagements

QUALIFICIATIONS

Qualifications & Experiences:

Hybrid work environment. Must be based in the WBD’s office, minimum three days/week.

A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or other related fields, from an accredited university or an equivalent professional experience may suffice in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree.

Minimum of 5 years of experience in penetration testing, code review, bug bounty hunting, or red teaming/capture the flag experience.

Experience in scripting in Python or other languages to build automation tools

Minimum of 5 years of professional experience with security engineering practices such as in web application security, network security, authN/authZ protocols, cryptography, automation, and other software security.

Team player with strong communication skills

If you: 

are excited to work in an international, fast-paced, multi-faceted media company.

are comfortable ensuring timely escalation, responsiveness and follow through to meet deadlines.

are knowledgeable of, and understand, the risk-based business impact approach to cybersecurity.

are actively questioning and influencing actions needed to attain goals and targets.

are comfortable driving initiatives forward without having direct control of staff.

Then help us create the future with one of the world’s largest media & entertainment companies. 

How We Get Things Done…

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our for instructions to submit your request.

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery’s total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $74,760.00 - $138,840.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.

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$74.8K - $138.8K/yr (Outscal est.)

$106.8K/yr avg.

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

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Warner Bros. Discovery, a premier global media and entertainment company, offers audiences the world’s most differentiated and complete portfolio of content, brands and franchises across television, film, streaming and gaming. The new company combines WarnerMedia’s premium entertainment, sports and news assets with Discovery’s leading non-fiction and international entertainment and sports businesses.