Application Security Engineer

Overview

On Site
USD 65.00 - 69.50 per hour
Full Time

Skills

Management
Collaboration
Software Development Methodology
Auditing
Regulatory Compliance
System On A Chip
PCI DSS
Research
DevSecOps
SCA
Scripting
Windows PowerShell
Python
JavaScript
Programming Languages
.NET
C#
Java
Rust
C++
Continuous Integration
Continuous Delivery
Artificial Intelligence
Software Security
Computer Networking
Cloud Computing
Fortify
Workflow
Taxes
Life Insurance
Business Transformation
Law

Job Details

Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled Application Security Engineer with a strong experience in DevSecOps and Software Composition Analysis (SCA). This role is ideal for professionals who are passionate about secure development practices and have hands-on experience implementing and fine-tuning security tools within CI/CD pipelines.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead the implementation and enhancement of SCA practices using tools like Checkmarx One, Veracode, Snyk, or Black Duck.
  • Develop custom queries and manage engine pack upgrades within SCA tools.
  • Collaborate with development teams to integrate security into the SDLC and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Write scripts in PowerShell, Python, or JavaScript to automate security processes.
  • Tune false positives and reduce vulnerability noise in security scans.
  • Support audits and compliance efforts (e.g., SOC 2, PCI-DSS).
  • Contribute to the design of secure coding frameworks and application security strategies.
  • Research and recommend cutting-edge tools and practices, including AI-based solutions.

Required Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of experience in Application Security and DevSecOps.
  • Strong expertise in SCA tools and practices.
  • Proficiency in scripting languages: PowerShell, Python, or JavaScript.
  • Solid understanding of NIST standards and vulnerability tuning.
  • 3+ years of experience with programming languages such as .NET, C#, Java, Rust, or C++.
  • Experience integrating SAST/DAST tools into CI/CD pipelines.

Nice to Have:
  • Experience with AI tooling in the context of application security.
  • Familiarity with container security and SBOM creation.

Ideal Candidate Profile:
  • Focused solely on application security (not networking, cloud, or infrastructure-heavy).
  • Demonstrated experience with Checkmarx, Fortify, Veracode, or similar tools.
  • Proven ability to embed security into development workflows and pipelines.

Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $69.50/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Charlotte,NC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 24, 2025.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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