The Role
Develop Python-based application security automation, integrate SAST, DAST, and SCA security gates into CI/CD pipelines, tune cloud and code-scanning tools, automate secure baselines, and provide remediation guidance for Java and Python code. The role also involves Terraform and CSPM checks, threat detection, security runbook development, and collaboration with product development teams.
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AgileEngine is an Inc. 5000 company that creates award-winning software for Fortune 500 brands and trailblazing startups across 17+ industries. We rank among the leaders in areas like application development and AI/ML, and our people-first culture has earned us multiple Best Place to Work awards.
WHY JOIN US
If you're looking for a place to grow, make an impact, and work with people who care, we'd love to meet you!
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for a Python Application Security Engineer to automate security controls and integrate application security into software development and cloud workflows.
MUST HAVES
- 3+ years of experience combining software engineering experience, security implementation and/or architecture experience.
- Strong coding and architectural proficiency in Python (for security automation and scripting).
- Hands-on experience or familiarity with Wiz, Prisma Cloud, or similar tools for cloud security posture management and threat detection.
- Implementation experience with deploy-time checks against Infrastructure as Code (IaC) / Terraform.
- Implementation experience with runtime checks through Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM).
- Fully autonomous execution capability, requiring no daily supervision to map out and build automated security runbooks.
- Upper-intermediate English level.
NICE TO HAVES
- Deep, hands-on expertise deploying and tuning modern application security testing tools (SAST, DAST, SCA) and integrating them into complex CI/CD orchestration ecosystems.
- Experience integrating LLMs, AI agents, or automated coding assistants to streamline vulnerability triaging or secure code generation.
- Advanced application threat modeling experience.
- Ability to confidently read, review, and secure enterprise source Java code.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Pipeline Integration: Write and maintain the scripts necessary to integrate security gates (SAST, DAST, SCA) seamlessly into the CI/CD pipeline.
- Security Data Triage: Continuously tune and configure existing security scanning tools to eliminate false positives and deliver high-confidence alerts.
- Baseline Automation: Assist in coding and deploying automated hardened baselines and secure coding patterns.
- Code-Level Remediation: Work directly with product development teams to provide actionable, code-level remediation guidance in Java and Python.
PERKS AND BENEFITS
- Professional growth: Mentorship, TechTalks, and personalized growth roadmaps.
- Competitive compensation: USD-based pay with education, fitness, and team activity budgets.
- Exciting projects: Modern solutions with Fortune 500 and top product companies.
- Flextime: Flexible schedule with remote and office options.
Skills Required
- 3+ years of combined software engineering, security implementation, and/or security architecture experience
- Strong Python coding and architectural proficiency
- Hands-on experience or familiarity with Wiz, Prisma Cloud, or similar cloud security tools
- Experience implementing deploy-time checks for Infrastructure as Code and Terraform
- Experience implementing runtime checks through Cloud Security Posture Management
- Ability to work autonomously without daily supervision
- Upper-intermediate English proficiency
- Hands-on expertise deploying and tuning SAST, DAST, and SCA tools in CI/CD ecosystems
- Experience integrating LLMs, AI agents, or automated coding assistants
- Advanced application threat modeling experience
- Ability to read, review, and secure enterprise Java code
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The Company
What We Do
AgileEngine is a privately held company established in 2010 that builds dedicated teams of designers and developers. We turn good ideas into awesome software that people actually want to use. Some of the biggest names and the hottest startups around the world chose us to build their tech.
