Java + Cybersecurity Engineer

PradeepIT Consulting Services Pvt Ltd; United States; Remote; USD 96,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-friendly

Contractor engagement

Job summary

PradeepIT Consulting Services Pvt Ltd in the United States seeks a Java + Cybersecurity Engineer for a 3-month, full-time contractor role. You will develop secure, scalable software and integrate AI features while adhering to cybersecurity best practices, reporting to the engineering lead.

The role requires 5+ years in Java and cybersecurity, with experience in secure coding, OWASP Top 10, threat modeling, and AI-tooling; remote-friendly environment and PST overlap of 5 hours.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Java and cybersecurity.
• Proficient in secure coding practices and OWASP Top 10.
• Experience with threat modeling and secure development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Develop secure, scalable software with AI integration.
• Adhere to cybersecurity best practices and standards.
• Collaborate across teams to advance secure AI-driven solutions.

Skills

Java

Cybersecurity

Secure coding

Threat modeling

Job description

Location : Open, Skills required (Mandatory): Java AND Cyber Security OR Security, Total Years of exp: 5+ years experience, Opportunity: Full-time contract, 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week, Notice Period: 2 weeks only, Engagement length: 3 months, Overlap Required: 5 hours PST

We are seeking a Java + Cybersecurity Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role is focused on developing secure, scalable, and AI-driven software solutions while ensuring adherence to cybersecurity best practices. You will work at the intersection of cybersecurity, AI, and software engineering, helping to build the future of secure AI-integrated development.

Key Requirements

• Programming Skills (Mandatory)
  • Java (Backend services, Spring Boot, enterprise application security)
  • Cybersecurity Expertise (OWASP Top 10, secure coding practices, compliance standards)
• Additional Technical Skills (Preferred)
  • SQL (query optimization, database design, relational databases)
  • JavaScript (front-end or full-stack development)
  • C++/C# (systems-level or enterprise applications)
  • Python (automation, AI/ML integration, API development)
• Fundamental Requirements
  • Cybersecurity Best Practices : Strong knowledge of secure coding principles, vulnerability assessment, and compliance frameworks.
  • Application Security & Secure Coding : Experience with threat modeling, penetration testing, and secure application development.
  • Problem-Solving & Algorithmic Thinking : Ability to diagnose issues, optimize solutions, and enhance system architecture.
  • Prompt Engineering & AI Tools : Experience with ChatGPT or similar tools to accelerate development while considering AI biases and security risks.
  • Software Development & Code Analysis : Expertise in writing clean, modular, and test-driven code.

Ideal Candidate Profiles

• Cybersecurity Engineer with Strong Java Expertise
• Application Security Engineer with AI/ML Exposure
• Machine Learning Engineer with a Cybersecurity Background

Offer Details

• Position Type: contractor role
• Work Hours: Full-time (40 hours/week) with a required 5-hour overlap with PST (Pacific Standard Time)
• Engagement Length: 3 months
• Notice Period: Maximum 2 weeks
• Benefits: No medical/paid leave (contractor status)

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a cutting-edge AI-powered organization shaping the future of cybersecurity.
• Work on high-impact projects with a team of experts across multiple domains.
• Enjoy a flexible, remote-friendly work environment that fosters learning and innovation.