Application Security Engineer

Get to know The Pokémon Company International

The Pokémon Company International manages the Pokémon property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management licensing and marketing the Pokémon Trading Card Game the animated TV series home entertainment and the official Pokémon website. Pokémon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular childrens entertainment properties in the world.

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Get to know the role

• Job Title: Application Security Engineer
• Job Summary: Designs implements and operates security controls to prevent and detect attacks against company systems applications and data. Conducts penetration testing and vulnerability assessments across applications operating systems and networks. Responds to cybersecurity incidents by identifying isolating and removing unauthorized access. Researches emerging threats performs root cause analysis and supports the development of security solutions. Communicates business impact related to data loss system disruption or unauthorized access.
• People Manager: No

What youll do

• Administer and enforce security policies governing system and application access.
• Perform application security testing and reviews to ensure secure configurations and compliance with standards.
• Conduct penetration tests and vulnerability assessments across applications OS and network layers.
• Lead threat modeling and security design reviews for new technologies and system changes.
• Respond to security incidents isolating threats and removing unauthorized access.
• Research emerging cybersecurity threats and conduct root cause analysis on issues.
• Implement technical controls to reduce cloud-based risks including drift private-cloud gaps and web-facing vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with Information Security partners to advance roadmaps and shared initiatives.
• Integrate security testing and controls into development lifecycle phases.
• Provide management with insights on business impact related to data compromise or system unavailability.
• Work within an agile framework to deliver iterative improvements toward team and organizational goals.
• Respond and investigate cybersecurity incidents which may be off-hours and on a scheduled rotation.

What youll bring

• 57 years of relevant experience securing cloud environments primarily AWS or equivalent expertise.
• Bachelors degree in a related field or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong time management organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Solid background in application security engineering and architecture including MWAF and software development.
• Demonstrated ability to build partnerships and collaborate with crossfunctional teams.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly present security risks to senior leadership.
• Experience managing security vendors and managed service providers.
• Proven background in incident management and response.
• Security certifications (CISSP GIAC CISA etc.) are a plus.

Base Salary Range: For this role new hires generally start between 59829.00 - 79604.00per year. The full range is 59829.00 - 107759.00 per year. This range is applicable for the labor market where the role is intended to be hired. The final base salary is directly related to the candidates qualifications and professional experience uniquely.

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How youll be successful

• Passion for Pokémon: Develops an understanding of the Pokémon brand the impact it has on our people culture business fans and communities and applying that knowledge and passion to everything you do.
• Challenging the Expected: Approaches challenges with curiosity and creativity embracing the possibility of failure as an opportunity to learn something new develop innovative ideas solve complex problems and identify unique opportunities.
• Integrity and Respect: Demonstrates integrity and respect by leading with empathy listening to others seeking out different perspectives and taking personal responsibility for decisions actions and results.
• Dedicated to Quality: Takes ownership to maintain and promote high standards looks for new ways to learn and improve and embraces a growth mindset to seek and apply feedback from others in an effort to continuously improve.
• Building Relationships: Develops and strengthens relationships adopting a team first mentality and working collaboratively to solve problems and meet shared goals.
• Delighting Customers: Listens and understands the interests and needs of our customers and stakeholders making them feel heard and important and embracing these learnings to continue delivering a unique Pokémon experience.

What to expect

• An innovative culture driven by impact delivering meaningful outcomes.
• Company events that celebrate the spirit of Pokémon.
• Competitive cash-based compensation programs.
• 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for you.
• Generous paid family leave.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Employer-paid long and short-term income protection insurance.
• US Employees: 401k Employer Matching.
• UK/IRE/MX Employees: Pension Employer Contributions.
• Fitness reimbursement.
• Commuter benefit.
• LinkedIn learning.
• Comprehensive relocation package for certain roles.
• Hybrid work environment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this role. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required. Employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed. For roles in the United Kingdom candidates will need the right to some cases and for some roles the Company may be able to arrange a visa. For roles in Ireland this role requires candidates to have the right to live and work in the Republic of Ireland. However we welcome applications from all nationalities and may consider supporting an employment permit application in appropriate and suitable cases.

The Pokémon Company International is committed to the inclusion of all qualified applicants for consideration in our job application process. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application pre-employment testing or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process please contact the Talent Acquisition team at .