Who We Are
At Kyndryl, we run and reimagine the mission-critical technology systems that drive advantage for the world’s leading businesses. We are at the heart of progress; with proven expertise and a continuous flow of AI-powered insight, enabling smarter decisions, faster innovation, and a lasting competitive edge. For our people—Kyndryls—that means doing purposeful work that powers human progress. Join us and experience a flexible, supportive environment where your well-being is prioritized and your potential can thrive.
The Role
Your Future at Kyndryl
When you join Kyndryl, you're not just joining a company – you're entering a space of opportunities. Our partnerships with industry alliances and vendors mean you'll have access to skilling and certification programs needed to excel in Security & Resiliency, while simultaneously supporting your personal growth. Whether you envision your career path as a technical leader within cybersecurity or transition into other technical, consulting, or go-to-market roles – we’re invested in your journey.
As an IT Security Officer (ITSO) focusing on Application Security, you will be responsible for securing software development lifecycles, identifying vulnerabilities, and driving security best practices across various tech stacks.
Threat Modeling & Risk Management: Establish comprehensive threat profiles for ongoing application projects; actively identify, quantify, and design remediation strategies for application security risks.
CI/CD & Pipeline Security: Integrate and maintain automated security testing mechanisms within Agile Development processes and DevOps pipelines (utilizing tools like GitLab, GitHub, and Ansible).
Vulnerability Management: Execute static application security testing (SAST) using enterprise tools (e.g., Fortify-on-Demand, SonarQube). Track discovered vulnerabilities and collaborate with engineering teams to ensure timely remediation and patching.
Security Advocacy & Training: Conduct regular security awareness training sessions to foster a security-first culture among development teams.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Interface and collaborate closely with various technical and business stakeholders to communicate security risks and align on deployment goals.
Who You Are
To be successful in this role, you should possess a blend of hands-on application security experience, modern cloud knowledge, and strong engineering fundamentals.
Experience & Education
Professional Experience: Minimum of 4 years of combined professional experience across software development, application security, and cloud computing environments.
Sector Experience (Preferred): Prior experience working within the Government Commercial Cloud (GCC) environment is highly advantageous.
Technical Skills & Competencies
Architecture & Network: Deep familiarity with mobile and web application programming interface (API) architectures, including REST, SOAP, and SSL/TLS protocols.
Security Frameworks: Strong, practical knowledge of industry-standard security frameworks and best practices, specifically the OWASP Top 10 and the OWASP Application Security Verification Standard (ASVS).
DevOps Ecosystem: Practical understanding of Agile methodologies, DevOps concepts, and version control/automation tooling (e.g., GitLab, GitHub, Ansible).
Soft Skills: Exceptional analytical, troubleshooting, and independent problem-solving skills, paired with strong verbal and written communication abilities.
Preferred Certifications
Valid industry certifications are highly preferred, such as CISSP, OSCP, AWS Certified Security - Specialty, or AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional.
Being You
The “Kyn” in Kyndryl means kinship, which represents the strong bonds we have with each other, our customers and our communities. We focus on ensuring all Kyndryls feel included and we welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We believe in growth, and we’re excited to see what you can bring. At Kyndryl, employee feedback has told us that our number one driver of employee engagement is belonging. That sense of belonging — being a valued, respected, trusted member of the team — is fundamental to our culture and fueling great experiences for our customers. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you the ability to thrive and contribute to our culture of empathy and shared success. That’s The Kyndryl Way.
What You Can Expect
Your career with us isn’t just a job—it’s an adventure with purpose. We offer a dynamic, hybrid-friendly culture that supports your well-being and empowers you to grow. Our Be Well programs are thoughtfully designed to support your financial, mental, physical, and social health—because we know that when you feel your best, you do your best.
From your very first day, you’ll dive into impactful work that powers the systems our customers rely on every day. You won’t just contribute—you’ll make a difference, tackling meaningful projects that sharpen your skills and fuel your growth.
We’re here to champion your journey. With powerful tools to chart your career path, personalized development goals aligned with your ambitions, and continuous feedback to keep you inspired and on track, you’ll have everything you need to thrive and evolve. You’ll develop in-demand skills to grow your career and achieve your ambitions with access to cutting-edge learning opportunities—from certifications with Microsoft, Google, and Amazon to coaching and hands-on experiences. And through it all, you’ll be part of a culture that values empathy, restless learning, and a devotion to shared success.
We want you to thrive here—and we’re committed to helping you do just that. Ready to make an impact? Join us and help shape what’s next.
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