Senior Application Cybersecurity Engineer

Anticipate attacks, outsmart threats and safeguard innovation.

Gallup is seeking a senior application cybersecurity engineer who thrives at the intersection of engineering and security. You’ll apply deep offensive security expertise to test Gallup’s products and collaborate with developers to turn findings into secure, resilient applications. This role offers the autonomy to innovate, the responsibility to safeguard critical systems and the opportunity to leave a lasting impact on how security scales across Gallup.

What You’ll Do

• Review and advise on secure architecture and design for SaaS applications built and hosted in AWS


• Perform penetration testing across web, mobile and API applications to identify and validate security vulnerabilities


• Partner with engineering teams to incorporate security into applications from the start through secure coding guidance, reviews and awareness


• Use static code analysis and code reviews to augment penetration testing and uncover vulnerabilities earlier in the development process


• Secure open-source and third-party components through software composition analysis (SCA) and package management best practices

What Makes You Stand Out

• Clear communication: You turn complex risks into clear, actionable guidance.


• Self-starter mindset: You thrive working independently while knowing when to pull in others.


• Impactful speed: You move quickly without cutting corners, ensuring durable results.


• Adaptive focus: You stay effective across shifting priorities and varied demands.


• Calm under pressure: In urgent incidents, you bring clarity and steadiness.


• Persistence and precision: You solve tough security challenges with practical, scalable solutions.

What You Need

• Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, information assurance, computer science or a related field required


• At least five years of experience in enterprise application security engineering required


• Demonstrated deep expertise in mobile, web and API penetration testing required


• Hands-on experience with secure SaaS (web, API, mobile) design required


• Proficiency with SAST and code reviews required


• Strong programming or scripting skills in at least one language (e.g., Python, JavaScript, C#, Java) required


• Expertise in securing software supply chains and managing open-source dependencies through effective SCA practices preferred


• Certifications such as OSWE, OSCP, GWAPT and GXPN preferred


• A commitment to working on-site at Gallup’s San Francisco office at least three days a week required

About Gallup

At Gallup, we change the world, one client at a time, through extraordinary analytics and advice on everything important facing humankind.

Gallup offers a robust benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and other insurance options; a fully vested 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching; an employee stock ownership program; mass transit reimbursement; family-building benefits; an employee assistance program; and various reimbursements and activities that enhance our associates’ wellbeing. We also offer an estimated annual salary range of $150,000-$200,000 for this role. Salaries are based on a variety of factors, including an individual’s education, experience and skills.

Gallup is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.

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