Sr. Application Security Engineer

NextGenEnergyJobs; Vienna, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Esri in Vienna, VA is seeking an experienced Application Security Engineer to design and operate security testing pipelines across multiple languages. You will assess risks, review application layer code, and assist with penetration testing while mentoring developers on security best practices.

You will build automations using Python/Typescript/PowerShell, manage GitHub Actions workflows, and contribute to secure DevSecOps in a Kubernetes environment on AWS/Azure, with a focus on safeguarding

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in application security, incl. manual & automated reviews, pentesting, and analysis of code, pen tests and OSS findings
• Risk analysis using a consistent framework
• Experience automating security with code
• Familiarity with AI-assisted coding and security implications

Responsibilities

• Design, operate, and continuously improve application security testing capabilities and pipelines
• Assess application risks and recommend mitigations
• Perform application layer security reviews of code across languages/frameworks
• Assist with application layer penetration testing
• Provide security guidance and mentorship to development teams

Skills

AppSec

Python

Typescript

Java

PowerShell

GitHub Actions

Kubernetes security

AWS

Azure

Code review

Security testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

GitHub Actions

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

Job description

As someone experienced with securing a wide variety of applications, you are looking for an opportunity to use your skills in an innovative and technology-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, operate, and continuously improve application security testing capabilities and pipelines
• Assess application risks and recommend mitigations
• Perform application layer security reviews of the code developed by our application teams, across multiple languages and frameworks used internally
• Assist with application layer penetration testing to identify potential issues
• Provide application security guidance and mentorship to development teams as needed

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in application security, including manual and automated code reviews, manual penetration testing, dynamic application security testing, and false positive analysis of code, pen test, and open-source security findings
• Demonstrated experience determining risk based on analysis/findings using a consistent risk management framework
• Proven ability to develop automations/applications using Python, Typescript, Java, or PowerShell
• Experience creating and maintaining reusable GitHub Actions workflows, with expertise in all aspects of GitHub workflow management
• Hands-on experience working in a DevSecOps environment built on Kubernetes with a strong knowledge of Kubernetes security best practices
• Ability to read and analyze code for security and design vulnerabilities
• Solid understanding of common web application security standards (HTTP, OAuth, OIDC, REST, and more)
• Experience working with cloud platforms, specifically AWS and Azure
• Willingness to learn new skills and enhance workflows using various AI tools
• US citizenship and willingness and ability to maintain a US Security Clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field
• Familiarity with AI-assisted coding practices, including tools such as GitHub Copilot, and an understanding of the security implications and risks introduced by AI-generated code
• Practical experience interpreting findings from application pen testing, code scanning and open-source scanners to determine the risk and collaborate with developers to resolve them
• Understanding of layer 2-7 communication protocols, common encoding and encryption schemes, and algorithms
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• Esri’s competitive total rewards strategy includes industry-leading health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families), 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy. Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
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