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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Application Security Engineer - **Company:** Agile Defense - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $140,000.0 - $145,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), .NET Framework, Systems Engineering, Burp Suite, C Sharp (Programming Language), Linux, Eclipse (Software), Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS), JDeveloper, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Visual Studio, Open Web Application Security, Selenium, Systems Architecture, Web Applications, Scripting, Software Security, Reliability of Systems, Veracode, Information Technology, Data Pipelines, Static Application Security Testing, Dynamic Application Security Testing - **Published:** September 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9172859/senior-application-security-engineer ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or related field, and 4+ years of experience, or equivalent relevant work experience; e.g., each year of work experience may be substituted for each year of education required., * Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Clearance which requires U.S. citizenship. * 1+ year of experience with supporting Static Application Security Testing (SAST), Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST), and IDE Plug-in environments using Veracode . * 2+ years of experience with Java, Python, .NET, or C#. * 3+ years of experience using the design and implementation of enterprise-wide security controls to secure applications, systems, network, or infrastructure services. * Experience with Eclipse, JDeveloper, including pipeline development, or Visual Studio Experience with securing enterprise web applications and OWASP Top 10, CVSS, CWE, WASC, and SANS-25. * Knowledge of federal compliance standards, including NIST 800-53, FIPS, or FedRAMP. * 2+ years experience working in Linux based environments, including navigating and troubleshooting basic website connectivity issues * Familiarity in Linux environment and some type of coding and/or scripting experience is a must. * The areas of focus for this role are Burp Enterprise experience performing DAST scanning. + Experience with Burp Professional, with focus on SAST scanning. + Veracode experience performing SAST scanning. Preferred Skills * Experience with Interactive Application Security Testing (IAST) capabilities and tools. * Experience with HackerOne. * Experience with Selenium. * Experience writing bash scripts. * Experience with OWASP ZAP or Burp Proxy ## Description Responsible for engineering and optimizing integrated systems that support enterprise-wide digital transformation initiatives. Develops comprehensive solutions that enhance system reliability, scalability, and security. Leads the evaluation of new technologies and system architectures, providing strategic recommendations to enhance organizational capabilities., * Happy - Be Infectious. Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do. * Helpful - Be Supportive. Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated. * Honest - Be Trustworthy. Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support. * Humble - Be Grounded. Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task. * Hungry - Be Eager. Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges. * Hustle - Be Driven. 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