Perform security reviews of application designs, system architectures, and infrastructure components, with guidance as needed, to identify security risks and recommend appropriate mitigations.
Participate in threat modeling exercises for new and existing products, helping identify threats, assess risk, and document practical security recommendations.
Provide security guidance to product and engineering teams by applying established security standards, patterns, and best practices, escalating complex security concerns when appropriate.
Conduct security assessments, penetration testing, and validation testing across applications and environments using established methodologies and processes.
Triage, validate, and assign vulnerabilities identified through security tools and assessments, working with the appropriate stakeholders to support timely remediation.
Collaborate with engineering, DevOps, compliance, and other cross-functional teams to address security requirements and support secure product development.
Develop knowledge of assigned product domains and serve as a security point of contact for routine security questions and activities, with support from senior security team members for complex or higher-risk matters.
Professional Experience and Skills Requirements
2+ years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity, application security, product security, or a related security discipline.
Practical experience performing or supporting security assessments and penetration testing of web applications.
Familiarity with threat modeling concepts and methodologies such as STRIDE, with the ability to identify common threats and security risks.
Understanding of vulnerability management fundamentals, including vulnerability validation, risk-based prioritization, remediation tracking, and retesting.
Exposure to AI and LLM technologies with an interest in developing knowledge of associated security risks and controls.
Working knowledge of modern application architectures, APIs, authentication and authorization mechanisms, and common application security considerations.
Knowledge of OWASP standards and resources, including the OWASP Top 10, Testing Guide, and secure development practices.
Hands-on experience with, or familiarity with, security testing tools such as Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, Nmap, SAST/SCA tools, and other application security technologies.
Ability to analyze and validate security findings and prioritize vulnerabilities based on technical risk and business context, with guidance as needed.
Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly document findings and communicate technical concepts to engineering and other stakeholders.
Self-motivated and proactive, with a willingness to learn, take ownership of assigned tasks, and contribute to process improvements.
Team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate effectively with Security, Engineering, DevOps, and other cross-functional teams.
Continuous learning mindset with a strong interest in developing technical security expertise and staying current with emerging technologies and threats.
Excellent command of the English language, demonstrating strong listening, speaking, reading, and written communication skills.
Your Success Story Will Be
In the First 30 Days
Develop a foundational understanding of Bloomreach's product portfolio, architecture, and core services.
Become familiar with internal SOPs, security policies, standards, and Product Security team workflows.
Gain working knowledge of the security tools, technologies, and platforms used by the Product Security team.
Understand established processes for security assessments, threat modeling, vulnerability management, and penetration testing.
Begin establishing working relationships with key partners across Engineering, DevOps, Compliance, and other relevant teams.
In the First 60 Days
Actively contribute to penetration tests and security assessments of web applications and product components, with guidance from more senior team members as needed.
Participate in threat modeling sessions using methodologies such as STRIDE and contribute to identifying potential threats and design risks.
Review and triage vulnerability data and security findings from scanning tools, manual testing, and other security sources.
Analyze and validate security findings, assess potential risk, and develop remediation recommendations in collaboration with senior team members and Engineering.
Continue building knowledge of Bloomreach's products, architecture, and security landscape, including emerging AI and LLM-related security risks.
In the First 90 Days
Independently perform well-defined security assessments and testing activities, escalating complex or higher-risk issues when appropriate.
Actively contribute to threat modeling sessions by identifying threats, documenting risks, and recommending appropriate security controls.
Engage directly with Engineering teams to communicate security findings, support remediation efforts, and validate implemented fixes.
Apply established Product Security standards and processes to provide security guidance for routine application security questions and development activities.
Demonstrate growing ownership of assigned security activities and product areas while seeking guidance for unfamiliar or complex scenarios.
Identify opportunities to improve team processes, documentation, tooling, or workflows and contribute to implementing those improvements.
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The pay range actually offered will take into account a variety of potential factors considered in compensation, including but not limited to skills, qualifications, geographic location, accomplishments, experience, credentials, internal equity and business needs, and may vary from the range listed above.
Base Salary Range
€28.114—€35.143 EUR
More things you'll like about Bloomreach
Culture
A great deal of freedom and trust. At Bloomreach we don’t clock in and out, and we have neither corporate rules nor long approval processes. This freedom goes hand in hand with responsibility. We are interested in results from day one.
We have defined our 5 values and the 10 underlying key behaviors that we strongly believe in. We can only succeed if everyone lives these behaviors day to day. We've embedded them in our processes like recruitment, onboarding, feedback, personal development, performance review and internal communication.
We believe in flexible working hours to accommodate your working style.
We work virtual-first with several Bloomreach Hubs available across three continents.
We organize company events to experience the global spirit of the company and get excited about what's ahead.
We encourage and support our employees to engage in volunteering activities - every Bloomreacher can take 5 paid days off to volunteer*.
The Bloomreach Glassdoor page elaborates on our stellar 4.7/5 rating. The Bloomreach Comparably page Culture score is even higher at 4.9/5
Personal Development
We have a People Development Program - participating in personal development workshops on various topics run by experts from inside the company. We are continuously developing & updating competency maps for select functions.
Our resident communication coach Ivo Večeřa is available to help navigate work-related communications & decision-making challenges.*
Our managers are strongly encouraged to participate in the Leader Development Program to develop in the areas we consider essential for any leader. The program includes regular comprehensive feedback, consultations with a coach and follow-up check-ins.
Bloomreachers utilize the $1,500 professional education budget on an annual basis to purchase education products (books, courses, certifications, etc.)*
Well-being
The Employee Assistance Program -- with counselors -- is available for non-work-related challenges.*
Subscription to Calm - sleep and meditation app.*
We organize ‘DisConnect’ days where Bloomreachers globally enjoy one additional day off each quarter, allowing us to unwind together and focus on activities away from the screen with our loved ones.
We facilitate sports, yoga, and meditation opportunities for each other.
Extended parental leave up to 26 calendar weeks for Primary Caregivers.*
Compensation
Restricted Stock Units or Stock Options are granted depending on a team member’s role, seniority, and location.*
Everyone gets to participate in the company's success through the company performance bonus.*
We offer an employee referral bonus of up to $3,000!
We reward & celebrate work anniversaries -- Bloomversaries!*
(*Subject to employment type. Interns are exempt from marked benefits, usually for the first 6 months.)
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