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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cybersecurity Engineer - **Company:** Aditi Consulting - **Location:** Peoria, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $156,000.0 - $162,240.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Burp Suite, Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Continuous Integration, Executive Information Systems, Github, Open Web Application Security, Scrum Methodology, Systems Development Life Cycle, Cloud Services, Secure Coding, Software Engineering, Software Security, Information Technology, Devsecops, Static Application Security Testing, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** September 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/41d464c4-c4b7-4211-8e22-6db1c3a7501a ## About the Role * Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent practical experience. * 5-7 years of hands-on application security / DevSecOps experience. * Secure SDLC, DevSecOps, Agile, and Scrum methodologies. * Security tooling: Burp Suite, GitHub Advanced Security, CodeQL, SAST, SCA, secret scanning, dependency analysis, and CI/CD security tooling. * Ability to read, analyze, test, and modify production application code in Java and Python. * Understanding of OWASP Top 10, API Security Top 10, and secure coding principles. * Cloud security and modern application architectures. * Safe and effective use of AI-assisted development and security tools. * Vulnerability triage and validation skills. * Development of security metrics and executive dashboards. Skills * Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and documentation skills. * Ability to work independently across multiple applications and teams. * Strong problem-solving mindset balancing security and business objectives. * Collaboration and influence skills for negotiating priorities and removing blockers. * Coaching and knowledge sharing to champion a security-first culture. * Comfortable operating within Scrum/Agile delivery and managing own work items. ## Description This role involves defining, executing, and continuously improving application security processes and standards to ensure security activities are embedded throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). The position requires performing AI-assisted and traditional security assessments of applications, APIs, cloud workloads, repositories, and supporting infrastructure using approved security testing methodologies and tools. The candidate will also be responsible for driving remediation efforts, developing security metrics, and collaborating with various stakeholders to achieve security objectives., * Define and improve application security processes, standards, and workflows. * Perform AI-assisted and traditional security assessments of applications and supporting infrastructure. * Execute and manage security scanning activities across repositories. * Analyze, validate, prioritize, and triage security findings. * Drive remediation efforts from discovery through closure. * Identify and reduce security debt and software supply chain exposure. * Develop security metrics, coverage reporting, and executive dashboards. * Leverage AI securely to accelerate security analysis and operational efficiency. * Perform manual validation and security testing using industry-standard tools. * Apply understanding of OWASP Top 10, secure coding principles, and common attack techniques. * Support remediation implementation with code fixes and infrastructure updates. * Collaborate with architects, developers, and stakeholders to communicate risks and drive security outcomes. * Maintain Agile work items and operate within Scrum delivery processes. * Stay current with emerging threats and industry best practices. * Champion a security-first culture through coaching and knowledge-sharing sessions. ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [DevSecOps: Injecting Security into Mobile CI/CD Pipelines](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/273-devsecops-injecting-security-into-mobile-ci-cd-pipelines) - [How to Cause (or Prevent) a Massive Data Breach- Secure Coding and IDOR](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/39-how-to-cause-or-prevent-a-massive-data-breach-secure-coding-and-idor) - [Innovating Developer Tools with AI: Insights from GitHub Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1268-innovating-developer-tools-with-ai-insights-from-github-next) - [DevSecOps culture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/783-devsecops-culture) - [DevSecOps: Security in DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/36-devsecops-security-in-devops) ## Related Articles - [Understanding and Mitigating Common Web Vulnerabilities](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/565-understanding-and-mitigating-common-web-vulnerabilities) - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. 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