Application Security Engineering Lead
Citigroup
- Location
- DLF CYBERCITY 12B
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Senior
- Posted
- Aug 31, 2026
Skills
About this role
We are looking for a committed individual who can work in a fast paced environment both in team and individual capacity. Time is of essence as we look to keep the systems upgraded and free of any vulnerabilities as per S&S Guidelines. We are looking for technical strong candidates who will have the drive to own the problem, explore multiple options and establish the right solution.
Responsibilities
Have an oversight of key strategic initiatives within Cyber Defense domain Support the Architecture team in the formulation of best practice and apply agreed methodologies Must be able to drive AI solutions and establish a template for Development Teams to follow Responsible for the complete process of providing technology solutions (across the design, modification and exit of products), including solutions provided from other teams or from third parties Manage one or more Tech Staff to accomplish agreed goals Review and manage tech solutions proposed by the team and provide tech oversight across systems / applications Do appropriate risk assessment and take timely decisions in the interest of projects and organization as a whole Drive the initiatives to closure within agreed timelines and in high quality Demonstrate Tech Leadership and ability to multi task Must be able to drive technical POCs and establish a template for Development Teams to follow Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency. Recommended Qualifications: 10-15 years of experience in technology development and design Expertise and hands on in one or more of the core areas of – Java Tech Stack (Java, JDK, JSP, Spring Boot) / Database / Mainframe / OS / Cloud / Angular/Information Security/Cyber Security Infra Expertise of the systems - WebSphere/Tomcat/JBPM/Solace/MQ/Oracle(ORAS)/RHEL/NDM/Sonarcube Ability to understand and contribute to infra layout, architecture designs, system vulnerability resolutions Ability to adjust priorities quickly as circumstances dictate Demonstrated leadership and project management skills Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication Education: Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience Master’s degree preferred This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required. ------------------------------------------------------ Job Family Group: Technology ------------------------------------------------------ Job Family: Applications Development ------------------------------------------------------ Time Type: Full time ------------------------------------------------------ Most Relevant Skills Please see the requirements listed above. ------------------------------------------------------ Other Relevant Skills For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter. ------------------------------------------------------ Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review Accessibility at Citi . View Citi’s EEO Policy Statement and the Know Your Rights poster.