Head of Security Engineering – Application Security & Security Testing Tesco Technology’s Security Engineering function is responsible for proactively identifying and mitigating risks across our technology estate. As Head of Security Engineering – Application Security & Testing, you will lead a multi-disciplinary function that spans vulnerability management, application security engineering, and adversarial testing. You will be accountable for delivering full-stack security assurance—from code to infrastructure—through a blend of engineering innovation and operational excellence. Leadership & Team Management Lead three Security Engineering Managers and their teams (approx. 20+ engineers), plus a Principal Security Engineer/Architect. External attack surface management and bug bounty operations. Application security engineering (SAST, SCA, GenAI solutions, ASPM, threat modelling). Penetration testing and adversarial simulation (red/purple team strategy). Develop talent, coach leaders, and build succession plans for long‑term capability growth. Security Engineering & Testing Oversee the design, deployment, and operation of tools and solutions that identify vulnerabilities across the full stack—code, applications, infrastructure, packages, and external assets. Ensure robust security testing capabilities are in place to support business projects and strategic initiatives. Drive continuous improvement in testing methodologies, coverage, and automation. Monitor delivery progress, operational metrics, and team performance. Ensure alignment with broader security and technology objectives. Work closely with peers including the Heads of Security Partnerships, Cyber Defence, and Platform Security Architecture. Partner with Product and Programme teams to embed security into delivery pipelines. Proven experience leading large‑scale security engineering functions. Deep technical expertise in vulnerability management, application security, and adversarial testing. Strong understanding of secure development practices and modern engineering tooling. Experience with ASPM platforms, threat modelling, and GenAI‑driven security solutions. Familiarity with operational metrics and performance tracking. Annual bonus scheme of up to 45% of base salary. Car allowance of £7,320 per annum. Holiday starting at 25 days plus a personal day (plus Bank holidays). Private medical insurance. Retirement savings plan – save between 6%‑10% and Tesco will contribute 1.5 times this amount. 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave (after 1 year’s service) at full pay, followed by 13 weeks of Statutory Maternity Pay or Statutory Adoption Pay; 6 weeks fully paid paternity leave. Our vision at Tesco is to become every customer's favourite way to shop, whether they are at home or out on the move. Our core purpose is ‘Serving our customers, communities and planet a little better every day’. Tesco is committed to creating a workplace where differences are valued. We are accredited Disability Confident Leader and provide a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For further information on the accessibility support we can offer, please click here. Engineering and Information TechnologyIndustries:
Head of Security Engineering – Application Security & Security Testing • Welwyn Garden City, England, GB
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