Application Security Engineer

Job Description

A financial firm is looking for an Application Security Engineer to join their team in Iselin, NJ.

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Compensation: $140-180k

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MUST be local to Iselin, NJ - 2 days/week onsite

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US Citizens/GC Holders Only

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Responsibilities:

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• Perform Application Security scans on applications and APIs to identify security vulnerabilities and weaknesses
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• Triage security findings and collaborate with development teams to prioritize and remediate identified vulnerabilities
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• Drive threat modelling as a standard part of the SDLC, and develop and maintain threat models for critical applications, identifying potential security risks and proposing mitigations
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• Conduct security reviews and provide guidance on security requirements for new features and projects
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• Assist in the analysis, selection and rollout of new application security tools, processes, and standards
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Qualifications:

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• Experience in application security with a focus on application security testing and vulnerability management
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• Hands-on experience with Application Security tools
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• Strong understanding of common application vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP Top 10) and mitigation techniques
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• Experience with threat modelling methodologies and tools
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• Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript)
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• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross functional teams
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• Strong understanding of risk management
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• Degree in a technology discipline (Computer Science, Information Management, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity or equivalent)
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• Relevant security certifications (e.g. CISSP, CEH, CSSLP) or equivalent is preferred
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