Security Engineer (Application) - Remote Work

BairesDev; United States; Remote; CLP 118,577,000 - 177,866,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% remote work

USD or local currency compensation

Home office setup

Flexible hours

Job summary

BairesDev is hiring a Security Engineer (Application) to protect software at the application layer and embed security across the SDLC. This fully remote role offers flexible hours and top-tier compensation in USD or your local currency, with opportunities to impact global products for a diverse client base.

You will lead threat modeling, conduct secure code reviews, and drive automated security testing using SAST/DAST tools, collaborating with global development teams.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in Application Security or related fields.
• Experience with threat modeling and OWASP Top 10.
• Hands-on with SAST and DAST tools (Semgrep, SonarQube, Snyk, OWASP ZAP).
• Knowledge of integrating security into SDLC.
• Proficient in English.

Responsibilities

• Conduct threat modeling sessions to identify architectural risks early in design.
• Perform secure code reviews to detect logic flaws and ensure secure coding.
• Execute and manage automated security testing using SAST and DAST tools.
• Collaborate with development teams to remediate vulnerabilities per OWASP Top 10 and standards.
• Develop automated security validation tests to streamline detection of weaknesses.
• Promote security-first coding patterns and guide overall security posture.

Skills

Threat modeling

Secure code reviews

OWASP Top 10

SDLC security

English proficiency

Tools

Semgrep

SonarQube

Snyk

OWASP ZAP

Job description

At BairesDev®, we've been leading the way in technology projects for over 15 years. We deliver cutting-edge solutions to giants like Google and the most innovative startups in Silicon Valley.

Our diverse 4,000+ team, composed of the world's Top 1% of tech talent, works remotely on roles that drive significant impact worldwide.

When you apply for this position, you're taking the first step in a process that goes beyond the ordinary. We aim to align your passions and skills with our vacancies, setting you on a path to exceptional career development and success.

Security Engineer (Application) at BairesDev

As a Security Engineer specializing in Application Security, you will be responsible for safeguarding our software at the application layer. You will integrate security deeply into the development lifecycle, ensuring that robust defenses are a core component of our products from the initial design to final deployment.

What You'll Do:

• Conduct comprehensive threat modeling sessions to identify and mitigate architectural risks early in the design phase.
• Perform rigorous secure code reviews to detect logic flaws and ensure adherence to security best practices.
• Execute and manage automated security testing workflows using SAST and DAST tools to maintain a secure SDLC.
• Partner with development teams to prioritize and remediate vulnerabilities based on the OWASP Top 10 and other security standards.
• Develop and implement automated security validation tests to streamline the identification of security weaknesses.
• Drive the adoption of security-first coding patterns and provide technical guidance to enhance the overall security posture of our applications.

What we are looking for:

• 4+ years of experience in Application Security, Cybersecurity, or Software Engineering.
• Proven expertise in performing threat modeling and secure code reviews based on the OWASP Top 10.
• Hands‑on experience with SAST and DAST tools such as Semgrep, SonarQube, Snyk, and OWASP ZAP.
• Deep understanding of integrating security controls and best practices throughout the secure SDLC.
• Advanced proficiency in English.

How we do make your work (and your life) easier:

• 100% remote work (from anywhere).
• Excellent compensation in USD or your local currency if preferred
• Hardware and software setup for you to work from home.
• Flexible hours: create your own schedule.
• Paid parental leaves, vacations, and holidays.
• Innovative and multicultural work environment: collaborate and learn from the global Top 1% of talent.
• Supportive environment with mentorship, promotions, skill development, and diverse growth opportunities.