Swift · 1 month ago
Application Security Engineer - Hybrid
Manassas, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$82K/yr - $118K/yr
1+ years expSwift is the world’s leading provider of secure financial messaging services, headquartered in Belgium. They are seeking an Application Security Engineer to enhance their application security practices, focusing on secure coding, vulnerability management, and collaboration with development teams.
Financial ServicesSecurity
No H1B
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
18-24 months of hands-on experience in application security, software development, or a related IT security role
Experience with Java, JavaScript, and Python, with a focus on secure coding practices and vulnerability management
Familiarity with security testing tools such as SAST, SCA, DAST, API Security, and experience with tools like Synk, BURP, OWASP Dependency-Check or Nexus Lifecycle, and understanding how these tools integrate into CI/CD pipelines
A solid understanding of application security, including how to integrate security early into the development process to ensure secure code
Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work closely with developers to guide them in adopting security best practices without disrupting their workflow
Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical teams
A problem-solving mindset, enabling you to quickly identify security risks, adapt to new technologies, and deliver practical solutions
Drive to thrive in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to take ownership of security tasks and initiatives
Mentorship ability, comfortable guiding less experienced developers on security best practices
Preferred
Security certifications such as GWEB, OSCP, or similar are a plus
Experience with DevSecOps principles or secure software development practices
Familiarity with cloud security concepts, securing containerized applications using platforms like Docker and Kubernetes
A passion for security and continuous learning, with an emphasis on staying updated on trends in application security, especially as they apply to financial services and regulated industries
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance with no premium costs for our employees and their families
Retirement plan plus matching 401k
Company
Swift
SWIFT is a member-owned cooperative through which the financial world conducts its business operations with speed, certainty and confidence.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Javier Perez-Tasso
CEO
Cheri McGuire
CTO
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