Application Security Engineer

Title: Application Security Engineer

Location: Northeastern U.S. Region (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-Time/Perm

Description:

• The Application Security Engineer plays a key role in safeguarding enterprise systems by ensuring application code adheres to secure development lifecycle processes and policies.

• The position involves daily collaboration with software development teams to scan and remediate vulnerabilities prior to production deployment.

• This role requires strong development expertise, the ability to interpret and explain code-level issues, and operational oversight of application security tools.

• Responsibilities include driving vulnerability remediation efforts, managing code scanning tools, and producing reports that communicate security program maturity and risk posture to leadership.

Required Skills:

• 7+ years of experience in software development with a focus on application security

• Proficiency in at least one or more programming or scripting languages

• Ability to analyze, identify, and explain code-level vulnerabilities and suggest remediations

• Strong understanding of secure software development lifecycle processes and best practices

• Hands-on experience with application security tools including static and dynamic testing solutions

• Knowledge of container security concepts and common software threat vectors

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automation for code quality and vulnerability detection

• Deep knowledge of secure coding standards, OWASP Top 10, and common software weaknesses

• Strong process orientation and attention to documentation

• Experience with issue tracking and collaboration tools

Desired Skills:

• Familiarity with manual penetration testing or bug bounty programs

• Hands-on experience managing security tool integrations and remediating issues in complex environments

• Comfort in producing executive-level reporting for application security metrics

Compensation:
Pay Range: $126000K-$180000K

Benefits:
A comprehensive benefits package is offered, reach out to your Mitchell Martin Recruiter GAYATHRI UCHILA, to find out more.

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