Senior Application Security Engineer

Activ8 Recruitment and Solutions
US - Texas - Plano
May 12, 2025

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Please Note this is a W2 contract position and a hybrid position. Local candidates are preferred.
Summary:

An International IT Service & Solutions serving the automotive industry located near Plano, TX is seeking an experienced and motivated Application Security Developer . As a Senior Application Security Developer, your main responsibility will be to safeguard the security of applications and connected service infrastructures. This includes creating, deploying, and managing security measures to address vulnerabilities, while actively contributing to the application development process.
Key Responsibilities:

Demonstrate strong expertise in development using Java , Golang , and AWS services.
Design, develop, and maintain advanced mobile applications for iOS, Android, or cross-platform frameworks (e.g., React Native, Flutter).
Actively participate in hands-on mobile application development and implement security best practices.
Perform security assessments on applications, including static and dynamic code analysis, to identify vulnerabilities and provide actionable remediation recommendations.
Collaborate with various teams to integrate secure coding practices into the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
Design, implement, and maintain application security controls, tools, and countermeasures.
Strengthen the security posture of cloud-based environments, such as AWS , by identifying and mitigating potential risks.
Respond to security incidents, analyze root causes, and coordinate with third-party responders, including law enforcement, when necessary.
Troubleshoot and resolve bugs, ensuring optimal performance, scalability, and security of mobile applications.
Research and evaluate emerging security threats, tools, and best practices to proactively enhance cybersecurity measures.
Provide training and guidance to teams to promote secure development practices.
Qualifications:

Proven experience in mobile application development with a strong focus on security.
Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Kotlin, Swift, Golang , or similar.
Hands-on experience with security testing tools (e.g., SAST, DAST ) and integrating third-party libraries and APIs.
Strong understanding of UI/UX design principles and mobile application architecture.
Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) and their security best practices.
Knowledge of security frameworks, standards, and practices (e.g., OWASP, NIST).
Excellent problem-solving and collaboration skills.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, or related fields (or equivalent experience).
Preferred skills:

Proficiency with Gitlab for version control and CI/CD pipelines.
Experience with Datadog for monitoring and analytics.
Familiarity with AWS security services and best practices.
Proficiency in Japanese Language.
While performing the duties of this job you may be required to intermittently sit, stand, walk, lift up to 25 pounds. You may also be required to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision and hearing.
Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc. has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries.
We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant's provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates. All offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check in compliance with applicable laws.
We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.
Seniority level Associate
Employment type Contract
Job function Information Technology
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
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