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ExperianApplication Security Manager
Experian seeks an Application Security Manager for an on-site position based in Hyderabad. This full-time role involves directing the enterprise penetration testing strategy, guiding technical evaluations…
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Experian seeks an Application Security Manager for an on-site position based in Hyderabad. This full-time role involves directing the enterprise penetration testing strategy, guiding technical evaluations across various security domains, and leading a team of security professionals. The person in this position will translate complex technical security findings into business risks for executive leadership, drive operational efficiency and automation, and manage third-party vendors and resource allocation. The ideal candidate has…
Job Description
Experian seeks an Application Security Manager for an on-site position based in Hyderabad. This full-time role involves directing the enterprise penetration testing strategy, guiding technical evaluations across various security domains, and leading a team of security professionals. The person in this position will translate complex technical security findings into business risks for executive leadership, drive operational efficiency and automation, and manage third-party vendors and resource allocation. The ideal candidate has an extensive background in offensive security and management experience within a large enterprise.
Experian operates a people-first, inclusive work environment and provides numerous employee benefits, including parental leave, subsidised childcare, mental health support, flexible work options, and multiple professional development programs.
Responsibilities
- Define and execute the enterprise penetration testing strategy in alignment with business goals and risk profiles
- Oversee testing engagements, methodologies, quality checks, reporting, and delivery
- Manage team capacity, resources, KPIs, KRIs, and external providers
- Drive automation, operational efficiency, and AI-first transformation
- Provide technical oversight for application, API, cloud, network, mobile, infrastructure, and AI security testing
- Review and approve security findings, risk ratings, and remediation steps
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of security engineers and penetration testers
- Handle recruitment, performance management, career development, and succession planning
- Translate technical vulnerabilities into business risks and actionable advice
- Deliver executive reports concerning coverage, risks, emerging threats, and progress
- Support compliance, audit, regulatory obligations, and strategic initiatives
- Evaluate and adopt emerging testing tools and AI-driven capabilities
- Standardize documentation, playbooks, and knowledge-sharing methods
Requirements
- Over 8 years of experience in offensive security, penetration testing, or application security
- At least 3 years of people management experience
- Demonstrated experience leading security testing teams inside a large enterprise environment
- Ability to develop, manage, and mature enterprise penetration testing programs
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, cyber security, or equivalent practical experience
- Professional certifications such as OSCP, OSEP, OSWE, CREST, CISSP, CISM, GIAC, or equivalent credentials
Core Skills
Benefits
- Maternity, paternity, and adoption leave for all parents
- Subsidised childcare for employees
- Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health First Aiders
- Compassionate and domestic violence leave
- Flexible work arrangements with generous annual, sick, and family care leave
- Employee Resource Groups and paid volunteer leave
- Career mentoring, Harvard Manage Mentor, Experian University, and e-learning platforms
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What is the location and work arrangement for the Application Security Manager role?
The position is located in Hyderabad and is explicitly on-site.
What is the employment type?
The posting specifies that this is a full-time position.
What experience is required for this role?
Candidates must have over 8 years of experience in penetration testing, offensive security, or application security, which includes at least 3 years in people management within a large enterprise.
Is the salary stated in the job posting?
No, the posting does not specify a salary.
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