Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for diverse, talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.
An important part of the Toyota family is Toyota Financial Services (TFS), the finance and insurance brand for Toyota and Lexus in North America. While TFS is a separate business entity, it is an essential part of this world-changing company- delivering on Toyota's vision to move people beyond what's possible. At TFS, you will help create best-in-class customer experience in an innovative, collaborative environment.Application Security Team Lead
Plano, TX
Who we are
Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for diverse, talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.
An important part of the Toyota family is Toyota Financial Services (TFS), the finance and insurance brand for Toyota and Lexus in North America. While TFS is a separate business entity, it is an essential part of this world-changing company – delivering on Toyota’s vision to move people beyond what’s possible. At TFS, you will help create best-in-class customer experiences in an innovative, collaborative environment.
To save time applying, Toyota does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this position at this time.
Who We’re Looking For
Toyota Financial Services (TFS) Technology team is looking for a highly motivated person to fill a role as an Application Security Team Lead.
The primary responsibility of this role is lead implementation of robust application security measures to safeguard our organization's software assets against cyber threats. This role requires technical expertise in application security and guidance to both security and development teams.
What you’ll be doing
Lead the design and implementation of application security policies, standards, and best practices in alignment with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Lead a team of application security engineers to develop and drive initiatives to secure products.
Foster a culture of security awareness within the team and across the organization.
Conduct comprehensive security assessments of applications throughout the software development lifecycle (SDLC) to identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities and weaknesses.
Collaborate with software development teams to integrate security controls and best practices into the SDLC, including secure coding standards, static and dynamic code analysis, and security testing.
Provide guidance and support to developers on secure coding techniques, security architecture, and threat modeling.
Manage and oversee application security testing activities, including vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and code reviews.
Monitor and analyze security incidents related to applications, and coordinate incident response and remediation efforts as needed.
Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and industry trends in application security.
Develop and deliver application security training and awareness programs for development teams and other stakeholders.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the security of third-party and open-source software components used in our applications.
Develop and maintain documentation related to application security architecture, processes, and procedures.
What You Bring
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
Extensive experience in application security, with a focus on secure software development practices and techniques.
Strong understanding of web application security vulnerabilities and mitigation strategies, such as OWASP Top 10.
Experience with security testing tools and technologies, such as SAST, DAST, and IAST solutions.
Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in web application development, such as Java, Python, or JavaScript.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex application security issues and recommend effective solutions.
Experience with cloud security, containerization, and DevSecOps practices is a plus.
Added bonus if you have
Experience with developing and Implementing Cyber Security Policies.
Risk Management Experience in a regulated environment.
Knowledge of Cyber Security Regulations and Laws.
Cyber Incident Response experience.
What We’ll Bring
During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:
A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement
Vehicle purchase & lease programs
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
Flextime and virtual work options (if applicable)
Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute
Paid holidays and paid time off
Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more
Flexible spending accounts
Relocation assistance (if applicable)
Belonging at Toyota
Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace diverse perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members’ efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong. As a company that has been one of DiversityInc’s Top 50 Companies for Diversity and a member of The Billion Dollar Roundtable supporting minority and woman-owned suppliers for over 10 years, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the diversity of the communities where we live and do business.
Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.
Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to talent.acquisition@toyota.com.