Job#: 3045714 Job Description: Application Security Engineer
Location: Atlanta, Georgia - Charlotte, NC - Raleigh, NC (On-site 5x/week)
Role Overview
We are seeking an Application Security Engineer to enhance our security posture. The successful candidate will be responsible for deploying, configuring, and maintaining container scanning tools to secure our containerized environments. This role involves analyzing vulnerabilities, developing automation scripts, and consulting with development teams to implement effective remediation strategies.
Key Responsibilities
- Deploy and configure container scanning tools to ensure secure containerized environments.
- Analyze vulnerabilities identified through container scans, prioritizing remediation based on risk.
- Develop and maintain custom scripts in Python, Bash, or PowerShell to automate security processes and enhance scanning capabilities.
- Consult with development teams to assist with remediation strategies.
- Document findings, create actionable reports, and communicate technical details effectively to stakeholders.
Required Qualifications
Education: A Bachelor's Degree is preferred.
Experience:- Hands-on experience with container security and deployment of scanning tools such as Wiz, Prisma, or Aqua Security.
- Deep understanding of the secure software development lifecycle (SDLC) and common vulnerabilities, such as the OWASP Top 10.
- Ability to troubleshoot complex scanning issues and optimize configurations for accuracy and performance.
Technical Skills:- Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash, or PowerShell) for automation and tool integration.
- Strong analytical skills for vulnerability triage and risk prioritization.
- Excellent communication skills for consulting with development teams and explaining technical findings.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience integrating security tools into CI/CD pipelines.
- Familiarity with cloud-native security (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform) and container orchestration (Kubernetes).
- Exposure to DevSecOps practices and security automation frameworks.
- Relevant certifications such as OSWE, GWAPT, or CSSLP.
Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
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Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.
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