Web Application Security Engineer

TEKsystems; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking a security engineering professional in Dallas for a contract role focused on inbound web application security. You will configure and support HTTP/S based security controls, WAF, rate limiting, and bot/geolocation policies for internet-facing applications.

Hybrid work in Dallas, TX with responsibilities across enterprise systems, DNS and load balancing, and collaboration with product teams using Jira/Kanban. Aug 28, 2026 deadline noted in postings.

Qualifications

• Experience with HTTP/S protocols, web security controls and enterprise web apps.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills across multi‑layer enterprise systems.
• Familiarity with change management processes and Jira/Kanban workflows.

Responsibilities

• Configure and support layer 7 security controls (rate limiting, WAF, bot, geolocation) for internet‑facing apps.
• Troubleshoot and identify root causes across complex environments.
• Collaborate with product teams and use Jira/Kanban for ongoing work.

Skills

HTTP/S

Web security

DNS

Load balancing

WAF

Troubleshooting

JIRA/Kanban

Tools

JIRA

Kanban

Job description

Job Description

This position is within the Inbound Web Application Security Engineering Team. Responsibilities include configuring and supporting layer 7 web security controls (rate limiting, web application firewall (WAF), bot, client lists, geolocation, mTLS, certificates) in support of internet-facing web applications. In depth knowledge and experience with HTTP/S, Web Applications, and Web Application Security Controls required. Must have solid understanding of DNS, geographic, and local load balancing and firewall policies supporting HTTP/S. Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to identify root causes and resolve issues across complex, multi-layer enterprise systems. Prior experience working in a product model using JIRA/Kanban. Experience working with enterprise change management.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Dallas, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $55.00/hr.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Dallas,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.