Security Engineer

Artifintech; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Artifintech in Houston seeks an experienced Application Security Engineer to fortify our software stack across servers, APIs, and cloud environments. You will implement secure baselines, perform SAST/DAST/SCA assessments, manage IAM and MFA, and integrate security into CI/CD pipelines.

You will work with DevOps and development teams to mitigate risks, respond to incidents, and document security controls and standards. A strong background in CIS benchmarks, cloud security, and SIEM is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related field.
• 12 years of experience in application security.
• Preferred CISSP, CEH, or CASE certifications.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain secure server baselines (Windows, Linux, Cloud) aligned with CIS Benchmarks and security standards.
• Conduct Static Application Security Testing (SAST) , Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST) , and Software Composition Analysis (SCA) assessments for in house and third party applications.
• Identify, prioritize, and coordinate remediation of vulnerabilities across applications, APIs, databases, and infrastructure.
• Manage Identity Access Management (IAM) , including privileged access, service accounts, API keys, and Multi Factor Authentication (MFA).
• Investigate and respond to server and application security incidents.
• Integrate security controls into Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, including container scanning and secrets management.
• Ensure security logs, Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)/Host Intrusion Detection System (HIDS) telemetry, and application events are integrated with the Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) system.
• Review server, application, Docker, and Kubernetes configurations to identify and mitigate security risks.
• Support patch management, security reviews, threat modeling, and secure release processes. Develop security standards, procedures, and technical documentation; provide risk based recommendations to stakeholders.

Skills

Application security concepts

SIEM logging & monitoring

Threat modelling

CI/CD integration

NIST / ISO 27001 familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related field

Tools

SAST tools

DAST tools

SCA tools

AWS IAM

CI/CD security tooling

Docker security

Kubernetes security

Job description

US Citizen, Green Card, H-1B, OPT-EAD, CPT, Other

Work Authorization: US Citizen, Green Card, OPT-EAD, CPT, H-1B, H4-EAD, Other

Job Summary :

We are seeking an experienced Application Security Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in application security concepts and practices, with a focus on implementing and maintaining secure server baselines, conducting security assessments, and managing identity and access controls.

This role requires a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating security risks across various platforms and applications.

Responsibilities :

• Implement and maintain secure server baselines (Windows, Linux, Cloud) aligned with CIS Benchmarks and security standards.
• Conduct Static Application Security Testing (SAST) , Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST) , and Software Composition Analysis (SCA) assessments for in house and third party applications.
• Identify, prioritize, and coordinate remediation of vulnerabilities across applications, APIs, databases, and infrastructure.
• Manage Identity Access Management (IAM) , including privileged access, service accounts, API keys, and Multi Factor Authentication (MFA).
• Investigate and respond to server and application security incidents.
• Integrate security controls into Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, including container scanning and secrets management.
• Ensure security logs, Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)/Host Intrusion Detection System (HIDS) telemetry, and application events are integrated with the Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) system.
• Review server, application, Docker, and Kubernetes configurations to identify and mitigate security risks.
• Support patch management, security reviews, threat modeling, and secure release processes. Develop security standards, procedures, and technical documentation; provide risk based recommendations to stakeholders.

Mandatory Skills :

• Strong understanding of application security concepts and practices.
• Experience with SAST, DAST, and SCA tools.
• Proficiency in managing AWS IAM Idaas solutions and practices. Experience with CI/CD Pipeline tools and integrating security into the development lifecycle. Familiarity with security logging and monitoring tools, particularly SIEM. Preferred Skills Experience with cloud security practices and tools. Knowledge of Docker security and Kubernetes .
• Familiarity with Threat Modelling methodologies. Experience with security frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 12 years of experience in application security or related fields.
• Relevant certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), or Certified Application Security Engineer (CASE) are preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship/ immigration status, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.