Software Security Engineer

Remote


12+ Month Contract

$50-70/HR

Job Description:

Software Security Engineer

This position is responsible for ensuring the security of software products throughout the development lifecycle. The engineer will partner with product, software development, architecture, DevOps, and cybersecurity teams to integrate security tools and practices into development processes while ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform security plan reviews and secure code reviews for flagship services, products, and partner applications.
• Guide development teams in triaging and remediating findings from SAST, DAST, SCA, bug bounty programs, and vulnerability assessments.
• Develop automation scripts and tools to help identify and remediate security vulnerabilities.
• Serve as a security advocate within development teams and promote secure software development practices.
• Collaborate with software architects, developers, and DevOps teams to integrate security throughout the SDLC and CI/CD pipelines.
• Provide guidance on secure architecture, API security, IAM, logging, encryption, data protection, and secure coding practices across Azure, GCP, and AWS environments.
• Define and maintain security best practices based on current threats and vulnerabilities.
• Ensure access controls, data encryption, and data anonymization requirements are followed.
• Partner with incident response teams during security incidents and incorporate lessons learned into product and system hardening.
• Work with engineering teams to ensure security vulnerabilities are addressed within established SLAs.
• Support software supply-chain security, SBOM requirements, technical debt, and upgrade planning.
• Maintain security requirements, test plans, and other cybersecurity documentation.
• Support cybersecurity compliance activities, risk assessments, and related security requirements.
• Communicate complex technical risks clearly to both technical and business stakeholders.

Required Skills

• Cybersecurity / Application Security
• Software Development and Secure SDLC
• Scripting and automation
• Web applications and web technologies
• TCP/IP and network fundamentals
• Software development lifecycle
• Troubleshooting and problem solving
• Data integrity and data modeling
• Security vulnerability remediation
• Experience working with developers and DevOps teams
• Experience with at least two programming languages, or advanced proficiency in one
• Strong communication and analytical skills

Preferred Skills

Experience with Java, JavaScript, Python, Spring Security, Spring Boot, Linux, React, REST/API security, IAM, cloud computing, Azure, GCP, AWS, Burp Suite, Dynatrace, Salesforce, Pega, Apache Tomcat, penetration testing, network security, risk management, ISO 27001, configuration management, and security compliance.

Experience

• Engineer 3 level
• 6+ years of IT experience
• 4+ years of software development experience
• Practical experience in two coding languages or advanced practical experience in one
• Experience with application security, cybersecurity, or secure software development preferred
• Experience supporting cybersecurity compliance activities is a plus
• CISSP, CISA, CISM, or similar certifications are highly valued

Education

• Bachelor's degree required
• Master's degree preferred

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have broad experience across software development, cybersecurity, cloud, DevOps, and IT. This role is well suited for a technical "jack of all trades" who can understand development and security while working closely with engineering teams. The candidate should be comfortable translating security risks into practical solutions, helping developers remediate vulnerabilities, automating security processes, and supporting cybersecurity compliance activities.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or View phone number on click.appcast.io.


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