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Application Security, Senior Specialist

Interac
Toronto, CAN
Full-time
Senior · 5+ years experience
Onsite
Discovered 3 weeks ago
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What You Will Do:

  • Secure Development Lifecycle (SDLC) Enablement
  • Embed security controls and best practices into all phases of the SDLC.
  • Conduct secure design reviews, threat modeling, and architecture assessments for new and existing applications.
  • Partner with engineering teams to ensure secure coding practices and frameworks are consistently applied.
  • Provide guidance on secure API design, microservices security, and cloud‐native application patterns.
  • Vulnerability Identification & Remediation
  • Perform application security assessments, including static/dynamic analysis, dependency scanning, and manual code review.
  • Triage, prioritize, and track remediation of vulnerabilities across web, mobile, and backend systems.
  • Collaborate with development teams to provide actionable remediation guidance and validate fixes.
  • Support penetration testing activities and coordinate follow‐up actions.
  • Security Tooling, Automation & DevSecOps
  • Maintain and optimize AppSec tools such as SAST, SCA, DAST, secrets scanning, and container security platforms.
  • Integrate security tooling into CI/CD pipelines to enable automated, scalable security testing.
  • Identify opportunities to improve automation, reduce friction, and enhance developer experience.
  • Risk Assessment, Governance & Compliance
  • Assess application‐level risks and contribute to enterprise risk reporting.
  • Ensure application security practices align with regulatory requirements and industry standards (e.g., PCI DSS, SOC 2, OWASP).
  • Support audit activities by providing evidence, documentation, and subject‐matter expertise.
  • Cross‐Functional Collaboration & Security Advocacy
  • Act as a trusted advisor to engineering, product, and cloud teams on application security matters.
  • Deliver training, workshops, and secure coding sessions to elevate security awareness across the organization.
  • Communicate complex security issues in a clear, actionable way to both technical and non‐technical stakeholders.
  • Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies, and proactively assess their impact on the organization.

What You Bring:

  • 5+ years of experience in application security, software security engineering, or related roles within FinTech, SaaS, or cloud‐native environments.
  • Strong understanding of modern application architectures (microservices, APIs, containers, serverless).
  • Expertise in DevSecOps practices and SSDLC frameworks
  • Hands‐on experience with SAST, SCA, DAST, secrets scanning, and CI/CD security tooling.
  • Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript, Go) and familiarity with secure coding practices.
  • Experience performing threat modeling, code reviews, and vulnerability assessments.
  • Knowledge of cloud security principles (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
  • Familiarity with OWASP Top 10, CWE, NIST, and other security frameworks.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to influence without authority.
  • A proactive, problem‐solving mindset and a passion for building secure, resilient systems.
  • Cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, CSSLP, CCSP, OSCP
  • Eligibility to work for Interac Corp. in Canada in a full-time capacity.
  • What We’re Offering:
  • The hiring range for this position is $85,000 - $105,000, and you will also be eligible for our short-term incentive plan. The exact amount will depend on factors such as skills, experience, and job-related knowledge, but Interac’s commitment goes beyond compensation. Our Total Rewards package is designed to support your well-being and future, and includes:
  • Generous vacation and wellness days to help you recharge
  • Comprehensive employer-paid benefits coverage for peace of mind
  • Market-leading employer-funded RRSP program to invest in your future
  • Flexible hybrid work model for better work-life balance
  • Access to a free and confidential 24/7 employee & family assistance program to offer support for you and your immediate family
  • Pregnancy and parental leave top-up to support growing families
  • Charitable donation matching with United Way to amplify your impact
  • Why Join Us?
  • At Interac, the impact we make, and the people who drive it, is profound. When you become part of our team, you’re joining a purpose-driven organization that’s shaping the future of digital finance in Canada. Here’s what you can expect:
  • Investing in the Future – Help us unlock digital prosperity for all Canadians.
  • Innovative Thinking – Collaborate on products, practices, and platforms that redefine what’s possible.
  • Inclusive Culture – Be empowered to bring your whole self to work and realize your full potential.
  • Inspiring Community – Work in an ecosystem where we lift each other up and rise together.
  • Intentional Support – Enjoy flexible, supportive offerings that prioritize your total wellness.
  • Additional Pre-Employment Requirements:
  • To ensure the integrity of our organization, successful candidates will be required to complete background checks, which may include, Canadian Criminal Credit Check, Canadian ID Cross-Check, Public Safety Verification, 5-year Employment Verification, Education Verification, Credit Check, and Social Media Check.
  • Equal Opportunity Employer
  • Interac is also an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that innovation thrives when people from different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives come together. That’s why we are committed to providing fair and equitable employment opportunities for all individuals, without discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, ethnic origin, place of origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital or family status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
  • If you require accommodation during any stage of the application or recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected]. We will work with you to meet your needs.
  • Please be aware that certain individuals are misusing Interac Corp.’s name and logo to promote fictitious employment opportunities. Interac Corp. never requests, solicits, or accepts any form of payment in exchange for employment. Any such offers are fraudulent and should be disregarded. Interac Corp. assumes no liability for any claims, losses, damages, expenses, or inconveniences arising from or related to these fraudulent activities. Such communications do not constitute an offer or representation by Interac Corp. or its subsidiaries and affiliates.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in application security, software security engineering, or related roles within FinTech, SaaS, or cloud‐native environments.
  • Strong understanding of modern application architectures (microservices, APIs, containers, serverless).
  • Expertise in DevSecOps practices and SSDLC frameworks
  • Hands‐on experience with SAST, SCA, DAST, secrets scanning, and CI/CD security tooling.
  • Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript, Go) and familiarity with secure coding practices.
  • Experience performing threat modeling, code reviews, and vulnerability assessments.
  • Knowledge of cloud security principles (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
  • Familiarity with OWASP Top 10, CWE, NIST, and other security frameworks.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to influence without authority.
  • A proactive, problem‐solving mindset and a passion for building secure, resilient systems.
  • Cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, CSSLP, CCSP, OSCP
  • Eligibility to work for Interac Corp. in Canada in a full-time capacity.
  • Generous vacation and wellness days to help you recharge
  • Comprehensive employer-paid benefits coverage for peace of mind
  • Market-leading employer-funded RRSP program to invest in your future
  • Flexible hybrid work model for better work-life balance
  • Access to a free and confidential 24/7 employee & family assistance program to offer support for you and your immediate family
  • Pregnancy and parental leave top-up to support growing families
  • Charitable donation matching with United Way to amplify your impact
  • Why Join Us?
  • Investing in the Future – Help us unlock digital prosperity for all Canadians.
  • Innovative Thinking – Collaborate on products, practices, and platforms that redefine what’s possible.
  • Inclusive Culture – Be empowered to bring your whole self to work and realize your full potential.
  • Inspiring Community – Work in an ecosystem where we lift each other up and rise together.
  • Intentional Support – Enjoy flexible, supportive offerings that prioritize your total wellness.
  • To ensure the integrity of our organization, successful candidates will be required to complete background checks, which may include, Canadian Criminal Credit Check, Canadian ID Cross-Check, Public Safety Verification, 5-year Employment Verification, Education Verification, Credit Check, and Social Media Check.
  • Equal Opportunity Employer
  • Interac is also an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that innovation thrives when people from different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives come together. That’s why we are committed to providing fair and equitable employment opportunities for all individuals, without discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, ethnic origin, place of origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital or family status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
  • If you require accommodation during any stage of the application or recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected]. We will work with you to meet your needs.
  • Please be aware that certain individuals are misusing Interac Corp.’s name and logo to promote fictitious employment opportunities. Interac Corp. never requests, solicits, or accepts any form of payment in exchange for employment. Any such offers are fraudulent and should be disregarded. Interac Corp. assumes no liability for any claims, losses, damages, expenses, or inconveniences arising from or related to these fraudulent activities. Such communications do not constitute an offer or representation by Interac Corp. or its subsidiaries and affiliates.

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