Software Engineer Senior, Cybersecurity

Apollo Professional Solutions; Oro Valley (AZ); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Apollopros is seeking a Senior Software Engineer, Cybersecurity on a contract basis. You will serve as a cybersecurity leader, guiding secure software development, risk assessments, and product security across the lifecycle.

The role requires collaboration with engineering, quality, compliance, and security teams to advance cybersecurity maturity in healthcare technology products. Hybrid schedule with on-site and remote days.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related technical field with relevant experience.
• Proven secure software development experience and software security practices.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity risk assessment methodologies.
• Experience with Microsoft technology stack and Windows/.NET.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead cybersecurity risk assessments across software product development.
• Provide secure architecture guidance and design patterns.
• Coordinate penetration testing and verify remediation efforts.
• Create and maintain security documentation and compliance artifacts.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to improve security posture.

Skills

Secure software development

Cybersecurity risk assessment

Secure design patterns

SDLC integration

Vulnerability evaluation

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Cybersecurity / Software Engineering / Information Security

Tools

Windows .NET Framework / .NET Technologies

Job description

Senior Software Engineer, Cybersecurity (Contract)

Help Secure the Next Generation of Healthcare Technology

We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer, Cybersecurity to serve as a cybersecurity leader and trusted advisor within a cutting‑edge software development organization. This contract opportunity is ideal for a cybersecurity professional who is passionate about secure software development, risk management, cloud security, and product security throughout the software lifecycle. In this highly visible role, you will partner with software engineering teams to drive secure design practices, conduct cybersecurity risk assessments, evaluate vulnerabilities, and support product security initiatives. You will also play a key role in advancing cybersecurity maturity across the organization while collaborating with stakeholders across engineering, quality, compliance, and security functions.

Work Schedule

Hybrid Schedule: Tuesday through Thursday: On‑site Monday and Friday: Remote

Key Responsibilities

• Cybersecurity Leadership & Risk Management
  • Serve as a cybersecurity subject matter expert supporting software product development teams
  • Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments, including:
    • Risk identification
    • Risk analysis
    • Verification of risk mitigations
  • Evaluate potential cybersecurity vulnerabilities and advise teams on exposure, impact, and mitigation strategies
  • Support initiatives designed to strengthen the organization’s overall security posture
• Secure Software Development
  • Provide guidance on secure software architecture and secure design patterns
  • Recommend appropriate security technologies and best practices for software applications and connected systems
  • Partner with engineering teams to integrate security into the software development lifecycle (SDLC)
  • Promote secure coding principles and cybersecurity awareness across development organizations
• Security Documentation & Compliance
  • Create, review, and maintain documentation related to: Security concepts Secure design architectures Security plans Risk assessments Product lifecycle security strategies
  • Support compliance with cybersecurity standards, regulations, and industry requirements applicable to healthcare and medical device technologies
• Penetration Testing & Security Validation
  • Coordinate and oversee penetration testing activities with internal teams and third‑party security providers
  • Review findings, prioritize risks, and track remediation efforts
  • Verify implementation and effectiveness of mitigation strategies
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration
  • Partner with product security and privacy teams to communicate cybersecurity processes, updates, and industry best practices
  • Deliver presentations and communicate product security posture to diverse technical and business audiences
  • Act as a key cybersecurity resource for engineers, project teams, and organizational leadership

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, Information Security, or a related technical discipline and at least 8 years of relevant experience OR Master's degree in a related field with 4+ years of relevant experience OR PhD in a related field with 2+ years of relevant experience
• Proven experience in secure software development and software security practices
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity risk assessment methodologies
• Knowledge of the Microsoft technology stack, including: Windows .NET Framework / .NET Technologies
• Excellent planning, organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence technical teams and stakeholders
• Self‑motivated professional with exceptional attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Cybersecurity certifications such as: CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor)
• Experience with cloud security concepts and technologies
• Knowledge of medical device cybersecurity and healthcare technology environments, including IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic) systems
• Familiarity with Java and Linux environments
• Understanding of cybersecurity regulations, industry standards, and compliance requirements for medical devices

Why Join This Opportunity?

This role offers the chance to make a direct impact on the security of advanced healthcare technologies while collaborating with highly skilled software engineering and cybersecurity professionals. You'll help shape secure product development processes, influence critical security decisions, and contribute to innovative software solutions that support the future of healthcare.

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