Senior Application Security Analyst, VP

About Citi:

Citi, the leading global bank, has approximately 200 million customer accounts and does business in more than 160 countries and jurisdictions. Citi provides consumers, corporations, governments, and institutions with a broad range of financial products and services, including consumer banking and credit, corporate and investment banking, securities brokerage, transaction services, and wealth management.

As a bank with a brain and a soul, Citi creates economic value that is systemically responsible and in our clients’ best interests. As a financial institution that touches every region of the world and every sector that shapes your daily life, our Enterprise Operations & Technology teams are charged with a mission that rivals any large tech company. Our technology solutions are the foundations of everything we do from keeping the bank safe, managing global resources, and providing the technical tools our workers need to be successful to designing our digital architecture and ensuring our platforms provide a first-class customer experience. We reimagine client and partner experiences to deliver excellence through secure, reliable, and efficient services.

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Overview of the Chief Information Security Office (CISO) Organization: 

The Chief Information Security Office (CISO) is home to deeply talented colleagues that work to ensure the safety of Citi's clients', our revenue, our employees and our proprietary data. We manage information security as one end-to end program – one with a clear mandate and accountability. Our mission is a program that is fully anchored to modern control and architectural frameworks, is fully aligned with the enterprise architecture of the firm and is deeply integrated into the sectors and functions. 

Overview of the Role:

The Senior Application Security Analyst (VP) will serve as a subject matter expert within Citi’s Cybersecurity organization, supporting Application Security Programs. The role involves performing deep-dive manual source code reviews (primarily Java) to identify vulnerabilities, malicious code patterns, and hardcoded secrets. The analyst will guide stakeholders on secure coding, secrets detection, and malicious code review, while integrating security controls into the SDLC and driving automation.

Responsibilities: 

• Perform static application security testing (SAST) and manual source code reviews (Java-focused) to identify vulnerabilities, malicious code, and hardcoded secrets.
• Review and validate automated scan results, prioritize remediation based on risk, and provide actionable guidance.
• Develop custom detection rules for secrets and malicious code.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure timely remediation and promote secure coding and secrets management best practices.
• Design and implement AI/ML-driven utilities to enhance code analysis and automate detection of secrets and vulnerabilities.
• Prepare formal security assessment reports using standard templates.
• Research emerging threats, tools, and methodologies to continuously improve detection capabilities.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to knowledge sharing within the security organization.

 Qualifications:

• 6+ years of experience in secure software development, or SAST
• Strong understanding of application security principles, common vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10, CWE), and secure coding practices.
• Hands-on development experience in Java/J2EE (required); experience with other enterprise languages such as C#, .NET, Python, or JavaScript is a plus.
• Familiarity with DevSecOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and integrating security tools into the SDLC.
• Experience with SAST tools (e.g., Fortify, Checkmarx) and manual code review techniques.
• Knowledge of secrets management best practices and detection tools.
• Exposure to AI/ML concepts for security automation is a plus.
• Preferred Certifications: CSSLP, GIAC (GSSP or GWEB), or equivalent secure coding credentials. OWASP or SANS secure coding training is a plus.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

Required:

• SAST (Static Application Security Testing)
• Java development experience (mandatory for manual code review)

Preferred:

• Secrets Scanning and secrets management best practices
• DevSecOps principles and CI/CD integration
• AI/ML skills for security automation
• Experience with .NET , Python, or other enterprise languages
• Familiarity with security tools such as Fortify , Snyk , Burp Suite
• Knowledge of DAST (Dynamic Application Security Testing) is a plus

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Job Family Group:

Technology

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Job Family:

Information Security

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Time Type:

Full time

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Primary Location:

Irving Texas United States

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Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

$125,760.00 - $188,640.00

In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

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Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

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Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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Anticipated Posting Close Date:

Jan 30, 2026

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