Application Security Engineer (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

Application Security Engineer (Cybersecurity): Supporting application security through testing, vulnerability management, and secure design collaboration with an accent on CI/CD integration and security automation. Focus on building secure development practices and assisting in incident response for internal and external applications.

Location: Must be based in Arlington, VA

Company

hirify.global provides specialized information and data-driven insights to professionals in law, government, and business.

What you will do

• Perform security testing including SAST, DAST, and SCA.
• Participate in vulnerability management and incident response processes.
• Collaborate with software engineers to design and implement secure application features.
• Assist in the development and automation of security tools and scripts.
• Integrate security controls into CI/CD pipelines.
• Stay updated on emerging security trends and vulnerabilities.

Requirements

• Must be based in Arlington, VA
• Basic knowledge of security principles and best practices.
• Familiarity with Python, Java, or JavaScript.
• Exposure to security testing tools like SAST, DAST, or SCA.
• Associate's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
• 0-2 years of relevant experience.

Nice to have

• Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Pentest+, or CDP.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines like GitLab, GitHub Actions, or Jenkins.
• Hands-on experience with AWS cloud environments.
• Participation in security communities or CTF events.

Culture & Benefits

• Commitment to professional growth and career development in security engineering.
• Opportunity to work on diverse internal and external applications.
• Inclusive work environment with a strong non-discrimination policy.
• Focus on continuous learning and staying current with security trends.