Senior Application Security Engineer - Remote

Overview

Virta Health is pioneering a new standard of care for people to reclaim their lives through innovative solutions for obesity and diabetes. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Application Security Engineer to lead our application security program.

In Short

• Own and enhance security design in GCP and Kubernetes.
• Champion secure development practices across teams.
• Build and automate security tooling for vulnerability detection.
• Refine access control and IAM strategies.
• Strengthen network security architecture and controls.
• Establish clear security standards and policies.
• Lead security initiatives and incident response preparedness.
• Cultivate security awareness within the organization.

Requirements

• Significant experience in application security and vulnerability management.
• Strong understanding of cloud security, preferably GCP.
• Experience with security automation and Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform).
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Proactive and self-directed with a strong sense of ownership.
• Experience in regulated environments (healthcare, fintech) is a plus.
• Solid understanding of networking concepts and common web vulnerabilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based compensation.
• Remote-first work environment with flexible work hours.
• Comprehensive health benefits and wellness programs.
• Professional development opportunities and continuous learning.
• Supportive and values-driven company culture.