Application Security Engineer

Tysons, VA, US • Posted 18 hours ago • Updated 6 hours ago

Contract W2

On-site

Eliassen Group

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Skills

Conflict Resolution
Securities
Life Insurance
Proxies
DevSecOps
Documentation
Policies and Procedures
Security Awareness
Training
Cyber Security
Penetration Testing
OWASP
Continuous Integration
Continuous Delivery
Jenkins
GitLab
Programming Languages
Java
Python
JavaScript
Security Engineering
Network Security
Authentication
Cryptography
Software Security
Testing
Auditing
Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Software Development
Computer Science
Computer Engineering
Burp Suite
Amazon Web Services
Screening
Artificial Intelligence
Recruiting
Taxes
Insurance
Law
Management Consulting
Finance
Regulatory Compliance

Summary

Description:
Hybrid 3 days onsite in Tysons Corner, VA

A private, non-governmental entity that functions as a self-regulatory organization, responsible for oversight, enforcement, and dispute resolution within the securities industry, following the consolidation of earlier regulatory organizations. The organization is currently seeking an Application Security Engineer to support its technology and security initiatives.

We can facilitate w2 and corp-to-corp consultants. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Rate: $70.00 to $80.00/hr. w2

Responsibilities:
Responsibilities

Perform security assessments and manual application penetration testing using Burp Suite and related proxy tools.
Triage SAST, DAST, and IAST results to identify, prioritize, and support remediation of vulnerabilities.
Integrate application security controls into CI/CD pipelines to support DevSecOps.
Maintain documentation for findings, remediation plans, and compliance requirements.
Develop and interpret security policies and procedures and participate in compliance efforts.
Develop and deliver general security awareness and technology-specific training for developers and assurance engineers.
Evaluate and recommend emerging security products and technologies.
Leverage GenAI technologies to scale security reviews and automate code analysis.
Evaluate application security tools and capabilities including SAST, DAST, IaC, and secrets detection.
Monitor and stay current with emerging security threats and countermeasures.
Conduct AWS configuration reviews.

Experience Requirements:
Experience Requirements

5+ years of experience in cybersecurity and application security.
Hands-on experience with SAST, DAST, and IAST tools.
Proficiency with manual application penetration testing using Burp Suite or similar tools.
Strong knowledge of OWASP Top 10 issues and remediation practices.
Understanding of AWS services and security configurations.
Experience integrating security into CI/CD using tools such as Jenkins and GitLab.
Proficiency in one or more programming languages, with Java, Python, or JavaScript preferred.
Strong background in security engineering, system and network security, authentication and security protocols, cryptography, and application security.
Experience with infrastructure or application-level vulnerability testing and auditing.
Experience consistently implementing security solutions.
Familiarity with GenAI tools (preferred).
Software development background (preferred).
Certifications such as GWAPT, OSWE, or Burp Suite Certified Practitioner (preferred).

Education Requirements:
Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related technical field.
Certifications such as GWAPT, OSWE, or Burp Suite Certified Practitioner.
AWS-related certifications (preferred).

Recruitment Transparency Notice

Eliassen Group values transparency in our recruitment practices. Please be advised that Eliassen Group utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of its initial application screening process. You may receive email and SMS notifications from the Eliassen Virtual Recruiting Team (, ) inviting you to complete a brief voice screening as part of your application process. These tools assist our hiring teams in different ways, including but not limited to, assistance in reviewing application materials to help identify candidates whose qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position. All AI-assisted evaluations and responses are reviewed by human recruiters before any hiring decisions are made. The use of AI in our process is intended to support fairness, efficiency, and consistency, and Eliassen Group takes measures to prevent bias or discrimination in connection with its hiring practices. By proceeding, you acknowledge, agree, and consent to Eliassen Group's use of these tools, including AI tools, as part of the application and hiring process.

Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.

W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.
Please be advised- If anyone reaches out to you about an open position connected with Eliassen Group, please confirm that they have an Eliassen.com email address and never provide personal or financial information to anyone who is not clearly associated with Eliassen Group. If you have any indication of fraudulent activity, please contact .

About Eliassen Group:

Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting company for human-powered solutions. For over 30 years, Eliassen has helped thousands of companies reach further and achieve more with their technology solutions, financial, risk & compliance, and advisory solutions, and clinical solutions. With offices from coast to coast and throughout Europe, Eliassen provides a local community presence, balanced with international reach. Eliassen Group strives to positively impact the lives of their employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which they operate.

Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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Posted 18 hours ago

Company Info

About Eliassen Group

Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting company that provides business and IT services for our clients as they seek to transform and execute strategies that will drive exceptional outcomes. Leveraging over 30 years of success, we focus on professional services, talent solutions, and life sciences. Eliassen Group offers local community presence and deep networks. We are committed to positively impacting the lives of our employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which we operate.

Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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