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# Application Security Engineer - BALKANS (Must be located in a Balkans country)

- **Company:** NICHOLS DIGITAL
- **Location:** United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $80,000.0 - $100,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Software System Penetration Testing, User Authentication, Computer Programming, Continuous Integration, Python (Programming Language), Scripting, Software Security, Information Technology, Devsecops, Api Management, Static Application Security Testing, Microservices, Dynamic Application Security Testing
- **Published:** June 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://arc.dev/remote-jobs/j/nichols-digital-ltd-application-security-engineer-balkans-must-be-located-in-a-balkans-country-oxaa8h8cpk

## About the Role

* MUST be able to get to Belgrade, Serbia for a few days every 3 months. Flights and accommodation are paid for.
 * Education: Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or
 * Experience: At least 5 years in application security, DevSecOps, or related areas
 * Strong Java skills and experience with frameworks like Spring/Spri
 * Hands-on with security testing tools and CI/CD integration
 * Knowledge of web and mobile security threats
 * Familiar with HTTP/HTTPS, authentication, and secure API
 * Programming/scripting skills in Python, JavaScript, or Shell.
 * Mindset & soft skills: Honest, accountable, constantly learning, and able to communicate well in English
 * Bonus: Security certifications like OSCP, OSWE, OSCE, or GPEN.

## Description

* Build security into apps from the start: Guide developers on safe coding practices, especially for Java-based systems and microservices
 * Scan and test for security problems: Use automated tools (SAST/DAST) and manual methods to find weaknesses in code and apps
 * Penetration testing: Try to "hack" the apps in a controlled way to uncover vulnerabilities before bad actors do
 * Monitor and fix vulnerabilities: Keep an eye on new threats, outdated software, or weak dependencies and ensure they're addressed quickly


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