Technical Skills Application Security & Dev Sec Ops expertise CI/CD pipeline management and automation Vulnerability assessment and remediation Secure coding practices and code review Cloud, container, and API security knowledge Security testing tools (SAST, DAST, SCA, penetration testing) Programming/scripting proficiency (e.g., Python, Java, or similar) Threat modeling and risk assessment Leadership & Management Skills Team leadership and mentoring Workflow and process development Incident management and escalation Strategic decision‑making in security contexts Project and time management Stakeholder management and cross‑functional collaboration Communication Skills Clear, concise reporting to technical and non‑technical audiences Presenting security risks and remediation guidance Influencing and negotiating with engineering and management teams Facilitating knowledge transfer and training sessions Analytical & Problem‑Solving Skills Critical thinking and root cause analysis Risk ass...