Job Overview: We're seeking a highly skilled Application Security Engineer to join our team on a contract basis, working remotely to support the ongoing business needs of a trusted insurance brand. As an Application Security Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the security and integrity of our customer's applications, protecting the personal data of millions of members across 23 states and the District of Columbia. Key Responsibilities: Conduct thorough security assessments on application code and applications to identify potential security flaws and provide actionable recommendations to developers Collaborate with cross-functional teams to incorporate security best practices into the design and architecture of applications Advocate for the adoption of the OWASP Application Security Verification Standard (ASVS) as an internal standard Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends, vulnerabilities, and attack vectors, proactively identifying potential risks to applications Support standards-compliance in secure system development, support, assessment, remediation, and configuration/change management Conduct continuous cloud security testing and perform threat modeling with application teams Requirements: Proficiency with application security testing technologies such as SAST, DAST, SCA, IaC, IAST, RASP, Container Image Scanning, etc. Knowledge of common security vulnerabilities and best practices for remediation Experience with security assessment tools such as static analysis tools, dynamic scanners, and open-source library scanners Awareness of application security across multiple verticals such as cloud/service provider, security provider, mobile, appliance Strong customer service skills and ability to understand CI/CD Automation Familiarity with secure coding standards and practices, such as OWASP Top 10, and OWASP Top 10 API Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in application development, such as Java, C#, Python, or JavaScript What We Offer: Competitive salary and benefits package 100% remote work arrangement Opportunity to work with a trusted insurance brand Collaborative and dynamic work environment Professional development and growth opportunities Education and Certifications: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field Cloud certifications such as AWS Certified Security - Specialty certification a plus How to Apply: If you're a motivated and experienced Application Security Engineer looking to make a difference, please submit your application. We encourage you to apply even if you don't feel you're a perfect match, as we're looking for great people to join our friendly team. Apply for this job