Application Security Analyst

Dexian; Charlotte (NC); Remote; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT staffing company in Charlotte, NC is seeking candidates with strong skills in API security testing and vulnerability management. The ideal candidate will possess hands-on experience with DAST tools and container security, strong communication and stakeholder management skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. This role may also benefit from experience in integrating security tools into CI/CD pipelines and knowledge of cloud-native security. The company is committed to equal opportunity hiring.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with API security testing and vulnerability management.
• Experience with container security and image scanning tools.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven experience managing security intake processes and coordinating across multiple development teams.
• Solid understanding of secure coding practices, OWASP Top 10, and API-specific security risks.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and quickly adapt.

Skills

API security testing

DAST tools

Container security

Secure coding practices

Communication skills

Stakeholder management skills

Adaptability

Tools

Burp Suite

OWASP ZAP

Docker

Kubernetes

Anchore

Trivy

Job description

Remote

Must-Have Skills / Prior Experience

• Hands-on experience with API security testing and vulnerability management.
• Strong knowledge of DAST tools (e.g., Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP).
• Experience with container security (Docker, Kubernetes, image scanning tools such as Anchore or Trivy).
• Proven experience managing security intake processes and coordinating across multiple development teams.
• Solid understanding of secure coding practices, OWASP Top 10, and API-specific security risks.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and quickly adapt.

Nice-to-Have Skills / Prior Experience

• Experience integrating security tools into CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of cloud-native security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and API gateways.
• Familiarity with threat modeling and risk assessment methodologies.
• Exposure to DevSecOps practices and security automation.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, GWAPT, or API Security Specialist.

Dexian is a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions with over 12,000 employees and 70 locations worldwide. As one of the largest IT staffing companies and the 2nd largest minority-owned staffing company in the U.S., Dexian was formed in 2023 through the merger of DISYS and Signature Consultants. Combining the best elements of its core companies, Dexian's platform connects talent, technology, and organizations to produce game-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals.

Dexian's brands include Dexian DISYS, Dexian Signature Consultants, Dexian Government Solutions, Dexian Talent Development and Dexian IT Solutions. Visit https://dexian.com/ to learn more.

Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status