MTA – Application Security Engineer

McKesson; United States; Remote; USD 53,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is seeking an experienced Application Security Engineer to ensure the security of the software development lifecycle. Responsibilities include integrating security best practices, managing security tools, and conducting vulnerability assessments. The ideal candidate has 4+ years of experience and proficiency in scripting languages. Competitive compensation package offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Competitive compensation package

Annual bonus opportunities

Qualifications

• 4+ years experience in Application Security / DevOps Engineering.
• Deep understanding of software security best practices and DevSecOps principles.
• Proficiency in scripting such as Python, Bash, JavaScript.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with development teams to integrate security best practices into the SDLC.
• Implement and manage security automation tools.
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.

Skills

Application Security

DevSecOps

Scripting (Python, Bash, JavaScript)

Vulnerability Management

CI/CD Tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

OWASP ZAP

Veracode

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care.

What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.

We are seeking an experienced Application Security Engineer to join our Product Security team. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the security of our software development lifecycle, deployed application security posture, and operations in accordance with NIST guidelines. This role requires a deep understanding of software security best practices, DevSecOps principles, and the operation of security tooling.

Key Responsibilities

• Security Integration in SDLC: Collaborate with development teams to integrate security best practices into all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• SDLC Tools & Automation: Implement and manage security automation tools (e.g., SAST, DAST, SCA, OSS).
• DevSecOps Implementation: Support the adoption and implementation of DevSecOps practices across the organization, ensuring security is integrated into the CI/CD pipeline.
• Automate security testing, monitoring, and reporting processes using industry-standard tools and frameworks.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to ensure application security scanning and remediation requirements are met.
• Vulnerability Management: Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on applications and infrastructure.
• Monitor and analyze security incidents and vulnerabilities reported by various sources, including threat intelligence feeds.
• Work closely with development and operations teams to prioritize and remediate vulnerabilities in a timely manner.
• Compliance and Reporting: Ensure all development activities comply with the organization’s security policies and standards, and other relevant cybersecurity frameworks and regulations.
• Develop and maintain security documentation, including security policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Contribute reporting on security findings, incidents, and remediation efforts for stakeholders and leadership.
• Security Awareness and Training: Provide training and guidance to development, operations, and QA teams on application security practices, DevSecOps, and policy standards.
• Stay updated with the latest security trends, vulnerabilities, and compliance requirements.

Required / Basic Qualifications

• 4+ years experience in Application Security / DevOps Engineering
• Deep understanding of software security best practices, DevSecOps principles, and the operation of security tooling.
• Proficiency in scripting such as Python, Bash, JavaScript, etc.
• Experience implementing security tools such as OWASP ZAP, Veracode, SonarQube, and GitHub Advanced Security.
• Experience with Supply Chain security tooling such as JFrog Xray / Curation, BlackDuck, Sonatype, FOSSA.
• Proficiency in CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions, Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps.
• Knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP).

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of healthcare, privacy, and financial compliance regulations.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with an understanding of IT business operations and information security.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically about security challenges.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Previous penetration testing experience.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.

At McKesson, we care about the well-being of the patients and communities we serve, and that starts with caring for our people. That’s why we have a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive benefits to support physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our Total Rewards offerings serve the different needs of our diverse employee population and ensure they are the healthiest versions of themselves.

As part of Total Rewards, we are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

€53,300 - €88,800