Senior Manager Application Security

Senior Manager - Application Security 

(Massy - France)

Founded in 2000, Ivalua is a global leader in cloud-based procurement solutions.

OUR COMPANY

At Ivalua, we are a global community of experts convinced that digital transformation makes supply chains more sustainable and resilient, while improving collaboration with suppliers. We achieve this through our cloud spend management platform, which enables hundreds of large brands to manage their spend and their suppliers while optimising their profitability, their ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) performance, reducing risks and improving their productivity. Driven by our passions and fuelled by our shared ambitions, we give ourselves the means to meet challenges and create impactful experiences for our clients and our partner ecosystem, while giving meaning to our teams.

Find out more at www.ivalua.com. Follow us on LinkedIn 

 THE OPPORTUNITY

CONTEXT: You will be part of the InfoSec team with the mission of building, maintaining and continuously improving the security of our application, thereby providing assurance of protection and security to our clients. Our team is operational, with a strong problem-solving mindset, able to think holistically about implementation and deliver solutions to address our clients' long-term challenges. . 

ROLE: As Senior Manager AppSec, you will devote a major part of your role to steering, strategy and management of the application security programme, while remaining the technical pillar and support of the operational team. Your mission will be to rethink, structure and lead our AppSec programme on a global scale.

We are looking for a strategic and technical Senior Manager AppSec to orchestrate the security of our SaaS application as well as Ivalua's internet-facing ecosystem. This hybrid role requires close collaboration with R&D (Solution Owners, Framework Architects, Dev Leads) in order to integrate security from the genesis of every new feature. 

You will be responsible for prioritising tasks in the face of bandwidth challenges, managing complex client escalations and automating detection processes by leveraging cutting-edge technologies. 

WHAT YOU WILL DO WITH US

• Define the strategic roadmap, design application security frameworks and ensure their seamless integration into R&D processes for any new product development
• Support the operational team on a daily basis, arbitrate and prioritise critical tasks, and ensure a strong technical depth is maintained on complex topics
• Work hand in hand with R&D Leaders, Solution Owners and Dev Leads to conduct security architecture reviews and streamline the software development lifecycle
• Drive the automation of security testing within CI/CD pipelines by integrating intelligent agents and optimising the use of AI for detection and remediation
• Coordinate and manage external and internal penetration testing campaigns, analyse results and oversee remediation plans 
• Be the preferred point of contact during escalations of critical clients on complex topics; know how to analyse requests, quickly identify key points and explain security technical concepts to stakeholders in simple terms

YOUR PROFILE

If you have solid experience in application security, natural leadership and a strategic vision of DevSecOps, this role is made for you.

Skills and Experience:

• At least 10 years of proven experience in Application Security 
• At least 5 years of experience as a direct line manager
• Solid technical background in application security with excellent knowledge of vulnerabilities
• Habit of working directly with development teams
• Mastery of the Microsoft stack and a thorough culture of CI/CD environments
• Experience in automating security tools and a strong interest in and ease with AI technologies to optimise defence processes
• One or more recognised certifications in offensive security are highly valued

Desired Qualities:

• Ability to position oneself in support of an operational team, to delegate, to prioritise effectively and to maintain methodological rigour despite time constraints
• Proven ability to communicate with a wide range of stakeholders
• Ability to explain highly complex concepts in simple terms, to immediately spot architectural points of friction and to propose durable holistic solutions

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT

If your application matches the skills sought for this role, our recruitment team will contact you to arrange a first phone call. Take one step further towards achieving your goals - apply today! 

A dedicated recruiter will guide you through every stage of the recruitment process. We are here to support you!

Our recruitment process is designed to assess your skills through a series of personalised interviews with our teams. Interviews will take place virtually and in person at our offices.

WHAT YOU WILL FIND AT IVALUA

• A “Hybrid” model (3 days on site, 2 days remote working),
• We are a team driven by the desire to push the limits of product and technological innovation, 
• A privately owned company in constant growth,
• A stable and profitable company,
• Every week, the opportunity to get together with everyone around a meal provided by the company,
• Thrive while pursuing your goals through a powerful team spirit, conducive to creativity and productivity,
• Reveal your professional potential through our training and career development programme,
• Join a dynamic and international team of experts in their fields, and collaborate with people passionate about their work and guided by a shared vision,
• Experience an inclusive work environment open to diversity, where your contribution will be appreciated and valued,
• Take part in the many events organised by the company (sports competitions, music events and team building),
• Voted by its employees, Ivalua was named by Comparably (https://www.comparably.com/companies/ivalua) 

Carried by our differences - Your energy is our strength!

United by our values, we celebrate diversity and equity in all their breadth to build an inclusive work environment. To help our clients make their supply chains more efficient, sustainable and resilient, we rely on our international teams with diverse backgrounds, skills and perspectives. We believe in equal opportunities and in diversity as drivers of innovation, fostering a spirit of inclusiveness, a productive and pleasant work environment, and offering fulfilling career prospects for all Ivaluans.

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