Check Point Software
Head of Application Security
TLDR
Build a comprehensive SSDLC with CI/CD guardrails, threat modeling, and ASPM, SAST, and DAST security automation.
- Lead the application security team, providing strategic direction and mentorship.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC) framework.
- Oversee the integration of security practices into all phases of the software development lifecycle, including CI/CD guardrails.
- Conduct risk assessments and threat modeling to identify and mitigate potential security vulnerabilities.
- Collaborate with development teams to ensure secure coding practices and adherence to security standards, while maintaining developer productivity.
- Implement and manage security automation tools and processes to enhance the efficiency of security operations.
- Stay up-to-date on the latest security trends, vulnerabilities, and technologies to continuously improve our security posture.
- Provide expert guidance on security architecture and design for new and existing applications.
- Lead incident response efforts related to application security breaches and vulnerabilities.
- Foster a culture of security awareness and continuous improvement within the organization.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in application security, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
- Proven experience in implementing and managing SSDLC frameworks.
- In-depth knowledge of security frameworks and methodologies.
- Strong understanding of threat modeling methodologies, secure coding practices and common vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP Top Ten).
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, C#, or similar.
- Experience in implementing security tools and technologies such as ASPM, SAST, DAST in complex and high-scale environment.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability and passion to drive change across the organization.
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CSSLP are desirable.
- Proven experience in a similar role at another leading software development company.
Check Point Software builds advanced cybersecurity solutions that protect over 100,000 organizations globally from sophisticated cyber and AI-driven threats. Their innovative platforms, including Agentic Network Security Orchestration, leverage AI to secure hybrid networks, cloud environments, and digital workspaces, enabling customers to navigate a complex digital landscape with confidence.
- Founded
- Founded 1993
- Employees
- 500+ employees
- Industry
- computer & network security
- Funding stage
- Public
- Stock ticker
- Publicly traded (CHKP)
- Total raised
- $1.8B raised
- Last funding
- Raised December 2025
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