Senior Cybersecurity Software Engineer (Remote)

ZipRecruiter; Charleston (SC); Remote; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading software company focused on resilience in disaster recovery. In this dual role involving software development and security engineering, you'll develop automated tests and applications, utilizing your expertise in Python and security principles. With a thorough understanding of IT and a communication style that resonates with senior leadership, you will play a pivotal part in enhancing security measures. Flexible remote work options are available.

Qualifications

• 7 years experience with Bachelor's, 6 years with Master's, or 2 years with PhD in relevant fields.
• Experience in software engineering and security engineering.
• Demonstrated understanding of metrics and reporting for technical security.

Responsibilities

• 50/50 split in software development and security engineering.
• Transform proof-of-concept Python solution into a mature application.
• Measure application security and security control coverage.

Skills

Advanced Python programming

Enterprise IT knowledge

Information security principles

Cloud solutions experience

REST APIs

Git for version control

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

PhD

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

In this role, you will develop software to perform automated tests of security controls and support efforts to measure enterprise security control coverage and application security maturity. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of both enterprise IT and information security, strong software development skills, and the ability to structure what you learn in a way that is consumable and actionable by senior leadership.

This position can be remote anywhere in the U.S.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for:

• This position is a 50/50 split of software development and security engineering

• Transforming a proof-of-concept (PoC) solution developed in Python designed to validate security control effectiveness into a mature application. You will lead efforts to mature and expand the existing code base, implement additional control validation use cases, and make the data accessible to others via REST APIs and/or interactive websites.

• Using your strong enterprise IT and information security knowledge to measure application security and security control coverage.

• Supporting additional software development and reporting initiatives as required.

Tools and skills you will use in this role:

• Experience with hybrid cloud solutions with both on-premise and cloud-hosted components.

• Developing software, REST APIs, and websites in Python and web development .

• Git for version control and code management.

• Enterprise IT and Information Security knowledge spanning across infrastructure, networking, application development, and other key enterprise IT components and associated Information Security disciplines.

• The ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with 7 years experience OR Master's Degree with 6 years experience OR PhD with 2 years experience in software engineering and information security. in a software engineering role developing automation, REST APIs, and websites using modern web development technologies and cloud- solutions.

• Must have experience in Software Development and Security Engineering

• Demonstrated understanding of information security principles in areas including application security, infrastructure security, vulnerability management, and security operations.

• In-depth understanding of enterprise IT ecosystems and associated security controls, capable of evaluating and reporting on the effectiveness of these controls to non-technical audiences.

• Advanced Python programming skills.

• Experience designing metrics and reports that effectively communicate technical security metrics and insights to senior leadership.

In this role, you will develop software to perform automated tests of security controls and support efforts to measure enterprise security control coverage and application security maturity

• This position is a 50/50 split of software development and security engineering
• Transforming a proof-of-concept (PoC) solution developed in Python designed to validate security control effectiveness into a mature application
• You will lead efforts to mature and expand the existing code base, implement additional control validation use cases, and make the data accessible to others via REST APIs and/or interactive websites
• Using your strong enterprise IT and information security knowledge to measure application security and security control coverage
• Supporting additional software development and reporting initiatives as required
• Git for version control and code management
• In-depth understanding of enterprise IT ecosystems and associated security controls, capable of evaluating and reporting on the effectiveness of these controls to non-technical audiences
• Advanced Python programming skills

Company DescriptionAt WeCare224, we’re not just building software—we’re building resilience. Founded with a mission to transform the way communities prepare for and recover from disasters, WeCare224 combines cutting-edge technology with real-world expertise to deliver smarter, faster, and more transparent FEMA-compliant debris monitoring and emergency management solutions.
We’re a company driven by purpose and powered by innovation. Our team is passionate about using advanced tools—including AI, drone technology, ESG reporting, and real-time data analytics—to improve safety, accountability, and environmental impact during disaster response efforts.
What sets us apart?
• A collaborative, forward-thinking culture that values your ideas
• Opportunities to make a tangible impact on communities in need
• Projects at the intersection of public service, technology, and sustainability
• Flexibility, growth, and a commitment to doing meaningful work

Whether you’re a seasoned emergency management expert, a software innovator, or someone who thrives on solving complex challenges, WeCare224 is a place where your skills can help shape the future of disaster recovery—and help communities rebuild stronger.
Join us and be part of something that truly matters.Company DescriptionAt WeCare224, we’re not just building software—we’re building resilience. Founded with a mission to transform the way communities prepare for and recover from disasters, WeCare224 combines cutting-edge technology with real-world expertise to deliver smarter, faster, and more transparent FEMA-compliant debris monitoring and emergency management solutions.
We’re a company driven by purpose and powered by innovation. Our team is passionate about using advanced tools—including AI, drone technology, ESG reporting, and real-time data analytics—to improve safety, accountability, and environmental impact during disaster response efforts.
What sets us apart?
• A collaborative, forward-thinking culture that values your ideas
• Opportunities to make a tangible impact on communities in need
• Projects at the intersection of public service, technology, and sustainability
• Flexibility, growth, and a commitment to doing meaningful work

Whether you’re a seasoned emergency management expert, a software innovator, or someone who thrives on solving complex challenges, WeCare224 is a place where your skills can help shape the future of disaster recovery—and help communities rebuild stronger.
Join us and be part of something that truly matters.