Tential Solutions · 1 day ago
Senior SOC Security Engineer – Appsec
Rockville, MD
Contract
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expTential Solutions is seeking a highly skilled Senior SOC Security Engineer with deep expertise in Application Security to join their dynamic cybersecurity team. This role focuses on real-time threat detection and response while implementing proactive application security strategies to safeguard digital assets and infrastructure.
Human ResourcesInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Monitor, detect, and respond to security incidents using SIEM and EDR tools
Conduct deep-dive investigations into complex threats and vulnerabilities
Perform threat hunting and develop detection use cases for emerging attack vectors
Collaborate with DevOps and engineering teams to integrate security into CI/CD pipelines
Conduct code reviews and static/dynamic analysis to identify application vulnerabilities
Lead application threat modeling and risk assessments
Develop and maintain playbooks for incident response and application security testing
Mentor SOC analysts and contribute to continuous improvement of SOC processes
Stay current with threat intelligence, zero-days, and security trends
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related technical field
Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of formal education for exceptional candidates
5+ years of experience in SOC operations and incident response
Desired Certifications such as CISSP, CASE, OSCP, CSSLP, or GIAC
Proficiency with platforms like Splunk, Sentinel, QRadar, CrowdStrike
Experience with SAST, DAST, and SCA tools (e.g., Veracode, Burp Suite, SonarQube)
Deep understanding of OWASP Top 10, SANS 25, and remediation techniques
Familiarity with AWS, Azure, or GCP security configurations and container security
Ability to assess risks and guide mitigation strategies
Ability to mentor junior analysts and lead incident response efforts
Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration
Preferred
Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and container security
Experience integrating security into CI/CD pipelines
Familiarity with DevSecOps principles
Company
Tential Solutions
We put people first. We’re your trusted partner - empowering you with top talent and solutions to stay competitive in today’s dynamic market.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Shane Ireland
Chief Executive Officer
Quinn Salamandra
Co-Founder
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