Application Security Engineer

Talentify; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Talentify in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Container Security Specialist to deploy and manage container scanning tools, analyze vulnerabilities, and automate security workflows. You will partner with development teams to remediate findings, optimize scanner configurations, and produce actionable reports for technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities include documenting findings, guiding remediation strategies, and helping integrate security into CI/CD pipelines for faster, safer

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with container security and deployment of scanning tools (e.g., Wiz, Prisma, Aqua Security).
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash, or PowerShell) for automation and tool integration.
• Deep understanding of secure software development lifecycle (SDLC) and common vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10).
• Ability to troubleshoot complex scanning issues and optimize configurations for accuracy and performance.
• Strong analytical skills for vulnerability triage and risk prioritization.
• Excellent communication skills for consulting with development teams and explaining technical findings.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and configure container scanning tools to secure environments.
• Analyze vulnerabilities identified through container scans, prioritizing remediation based on risk.
• Develop and maintain custom scripts to automate security processes and enhance scanning capabilities.
• Consult with development teams to assist with remediation strategies.
• Document findings, create actionable reports, and communicate technical details effectively to stakeholders.

Skills

Container security

Scanning tools

Python

Bash

PowerShell

OWASP Top10

SDLC

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Wiz

Prisma

Aqua Security

Job description

Description: Business Initiative/Purpose (Goal, Business Impact, Accomplishments from the work)

• Coordination and consulting with development teams, maintaining scanning schedules and monitoring scan failures.

Bachelor Degree: Preferred

• Preferred.

Role Responsibilities: (what they will be doing)

• Deploy and configure container scanning tools to ensure secure containerized environments.
• Analyze vulnerabilities identified through container scans, prioritizing remediation based on risk.
• Develop and maintain custom scripts to automate security processes and enhance scanning capabilities.
• Consult with development teams to assist with remediation strategies.
• Document findings, create actionable reports, and communicate technical details effectively to stakeholders.

Must Have Skills/Prior Experiences: (Vendor should not submit any candidate that does not have these skills/prior experience.)

• Hands-on experience with container security and deployment of scanning tools (e.g., Wiz, Prisma, Aqua Security).
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash, or PowerShell) for automation and tool integration.
• Deep understanding of secure software development lifecycle (SDLC) and common vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10).
• Ability to troubleshoot complex scanning issues and optimize configurations for accuracy and performance.
• Strong analytical skills for vulnerability triage and risk prioritization.
• Excellent communication skills for consulting with development teams and explaining technical findings.

Plus/Nice to Have Skills/Prior Experiences: (Hiring Manager DOES NOT require these skills/ prior experience. However candidates with any of these will be looked at first.)

• Experience integrating security tools into CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with cloud-native security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and container orchestration (Kubernetes).
• Exposure to DevSecOps practices and security automation frameworks.
• Relevant certifications such as OSWE, GWAPT, or CSSLP.

EEO

“Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of – Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.”