Senior Application Security Architect Cloud & DevSecOps 17450

Veritaz is a leading IT staffing solutions provider in Sweden, committed to advancing individual careers and aiding employers in ensuring the perfect talent fit. With a proven track record of successful partnerships with top companies, we have rapidly grown our presence in the USA, Europe, and Sweden as a dependable and trusted resource within the IT industry.
Assignment Description
We are looking for a Senior Application Security Architect
What You Will Work On
Lead and enhance application security architecture across multiple platforms and systems
Provide guidance on secure design, threat modeling, and risk assessment
Embed security practices into the SDLC within Agile and DevOps environments
Evaluate new technologies and identify potential security risks
Define and enforce secure coding and architecture standards
Support implementation of DevSecOps practices and security automation in CI/CD pipelines
Secure microservices, APIs, and containerized environments
Collaborate with engineering and product teams to drive security initiatives
Conduct security architecture reviews and threat modeling sessions
Support incident response, vulnerability management, and security operations when required
Mentor developers and security engineers on best practices

What You Bring
Minimum 7+ years of experience in application security, software engineering, or related fields
Strong expertise in secure software design, threat modeling, and risk assessment
Deep understanding of common vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP Top 10) and mitigation techniques
Experience securing cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Hands-on experience with microservices, containers (Docker, Kubernetes), and APIs
Strong knowledge of DevSecOps practices and CI/CD security integration
Familiarity with secure coding practices across languages such as Java, Python, JavaScript, or Go
Experience with security testing tools (SAST, DAST, SCA, IaC scanning)
Strong system design and architectural skills with a security-first approach
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
Proven ability to mentor and guide teams