Application Security Engineer (AI)

TL;DR

Application Security Engineer (AI): Leading security engineering initiatives and designing scalable security architectures for cloud-native applications with an accent on AI/ML security and DevSecOps integration. Focus on driving automation across the SDLC, conducting advanced risk assessments, and implementing security controls for AI models and agents.

Location: Must be based in Arlington, VA

Company

hirify.global provides specialized information and technology solutions for professionals in law, government, and business.

What you will do

• Design and implement security architectures for large-scale, cloud-native applications.
• Conduct in-depth risk assessments, penetration testing, and code reviews.
• Drive security for AI-powered features, including threat modeling for LLMs and AI agents.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to integrate security tooling into CI/CD pipelines.
• Evaluate third-party security tools and vendor solutions for enterprise fit.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers on security best practices.

Requirements

• 5-7 years of experience in Application Security, Cloud Security, or Software Engineering.
• Deep expertise in secure software design and risk management frameworks like OWASP ASVS and NIST 800-53.
• Proficiency in Python, Java, or JavaScript.
• Strong understanding of modern architectures including Kubernetes, microservices, and serverless.
• Advanced knowledge of AI/ML security, including model vulnerability analysis and secure LLM integration.
• Hands-on experience with SAST, DAST, SCA, IaC, and container security tools.

Nice to have

• AWS Certified Security – Specialty certification.
• CISSP or CSSLP certification.
• Certified DevSecOps Expert (CDE).
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Security.

Culture & Benefits

• Commitment to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all employment phases.
• Focus on professional development and career growth within a large-scale engineering environment.
• Opportunity to influence long-term security strategy and AI security direction.