Senior Application Security Engineer - Cloud Security

Talener; Mount Laurel Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Talener seeks a Lead Application & Cloud Security Engineer for a 3-month contract. Hybrid in the Chicago, IL area or Southern NJ area, with 100% remote possible for the right candidate.

The role focuses on strengthening application and cloud security and delivering secure software in a high-volume, data‑driven environment. The position requires 12+ years of cybersecurity experience, hands-on web app security, and cloud platform hardening on AWS/Azure.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of professional cybersecurity experience.
• Hands-on experience with web application penetration testing, threat modeling, code review, and DevSecOps integrations.
• Direct experience configuring and securing public cloud platforms (AWS and Azure).
• CISSP or equivalent senior credential required; offensive or AppSec certifications (OSCP, GWAPT, GPEN) valued.
• Compliance background with audits against PCI DSS, NIST 800-53, ISO 27001 or equivalents.
• Strong verbal and written communication to convey risks to developers, admins, and leadership.

Skills

Security engineering

Threat modeling

Web app security

Code review

DevSecOps

Cloud security

Communication

Secure SDLC

Tools

AWS

Azure

Job description

Our client is a national consumer warranty and utility support enterprise serving millions of households across North America. The organization manages high-volume customer accounts through major utility and municipal partnerships, backed by a modern cloud infrastructure. To support ongoing service delivery and strict data privacy standards, the technology division is strengthening its core application security and infrastructure defenses. The team is seeking a LEAD Application & Cloud Engineer to join their growing team on a contracting bases.

Title

Lead Application & Cloud Security Engineer

Location

Hybrid (Chicago, IL area or Southern NJ area preferred) | 100% Remote considered for the right candidate

Duration

3-Month Contract (40 hours/week) | Extension potential

Pay Rate

$80.00 - $90.00/hr. W2

Qualifications

• Experience: 12+ years of professional cybersecurity experience, with sustained ownership of application and cloud security domains.
• Technical Proficiency: Hands-on experience with web application penetration testing, threat modeling, code review, and DevSecOps integrations.
• Direct experience configuring and securing public cloud platforms (AWS and Azure).
• Certifications: CISSP or equivalent senior credential required; offensive or AppSec certifications (OSCP, GWAPT, GPEN) are highly valued.
• Compliance Background: Practical experience preparing technical environments for audits against PCI DSS, NIST 800-53, ISO 27001, or equivalent frameworks.
• Collaboration: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey technical risks clearly to developers, system administrators, and executive leadership.