Remote Application Security Engineer - Mid-Atlantic region (Remote in VA, MD, PA, NC, DE, NJ, or DC)

Description:

• The Application Security Engineer will be responsible for implementing, operationalizing, and troubleshooting Static Application Security Testing (SAST) tools such as Semgrep, Snyk, CodeQL, Checkmarx, Veracode, etc.
• They will need to have an understanding of Continuous Integration / Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipeline tools and processes like GitHub Actions, GitLab Runners, Azure DevOps, Jenkins, CircleCI, etc.
• The role requires experience in software engineering, particularly full stack software development, with knowledge of modern technologies and application architectures.
• Strong scripting and automation skills using one or more programming languages are essential.
• The candidate should possess a solid working knowledge of application security fundamentals including the OWASP Top 10, threat modeling, and secure coding practices throughout the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are a must.

Requirements:

• Proficiency with SAST tools such as Semgrep, Snyk, CodeQL, Checkmarx, Veracode, etc.
• Understanding of CI/CD pipeline tools and processes like GitHub Actions, GitLab Runners, Azure DevOps, Jenkins, CircleCI, etc.
• Experience in software engineering, preferably full stack software development, with modern technologies and application architectures.
• Strong scripting and automation experience using one or more programming languages.
• Knowledge of application security fundamentals including the OWASP Top 10, threat modeling, and secure coding practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years of security engineering experience in the Information Security industry.

Benefits:

• Remote work opportunity in VA, MD, PA, NC, DE, NJ, or DC.
• 100% employer-paid medical premiums with $0 deductible for employees and 75% employer-paid family contributions.
• 100% employer-paid dental premiums for employees and 75% employer-paid family contributions.
• 12 corporate holidays and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program.
• Healthy mobile phone and home internet allowance.
• Eligibility for retirement plan after 2 months at open enrollment.
• Pet Benefit Option.