Senior Application Security Engineer

M&T Bank

Senior Application Security Engineer integrating security requirements into technology products at M&T Bank. Developing security policies, managing vulnerabilities, and leading training on secure coding practices.

Posted 6/10/2026full-timeRemote • Alabama • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $97,100 - $161,800 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecuritySDLC

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement engineering’s technical security policies and procedures, and performance of security measures
Scan and test applications for potential vulnerabilities and non-compliance with security standards
Partner with engineering teams during code reviews to identify potential security vulnerabilities and advise strategies to develop more secure code
Integrate security tools and processes into the software development and operations pipeline, including automation of security checks and scans to identify and fix vulnerabilities early in the development process
Lead training sessions for technology teams in one-on-one coaching and large team training sessions on secure coding practices and information system security best practices
Configure and manage automated tools and solutions to address security weaknesses in applications, systems, and infrastructure
Partner closely with incident response teams to mitigate the impact of incidents from application security vulnerabilities and identify necessary steps to remediate findings
Proactively recommend process enhancements and implement prioritized improvements within Cybersecurity team to enhance application security capabilities
Track current events, technological advancements, and changes in the secure application development landscape to anticipate how attackers may change their tactics, and implement adjustments to internal technologies, policies, and procedures
Design, implement, maintain, and enhance internal controls to mitigate risk on an ongoing basis
Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 3 years’ relevant work experience, or a combined minimum of 7 years’ higher education and/or work experience, including a minimum of 5 years software development or application security
Prior experience reviewing or fixing vulnerabilities identified using application security tools such as SAST, SCA, IAST, DAST, or ASPM
Intermediate understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Ability to train technologist and people leaders at various levels on secure application development, both in person and virtually
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Flexible working arrangements
Professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

application securitysecure coding practicesvulnerability assessmentrisk managementsoftware developmentsecurity policiessecurity measuresincident responseautomation of security checksinternal controls

Soft Skills

communication skillsinterpersonal skillstrainingcoachingleadershipprocess enhancementteam collaborationproblem-solvingadaptabilitycritical thinking