Application Security Product Engineer I - Remote

About Us

Data Analysis Inc is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Summary

As an Application Security Engineer, Level 1, you will integrate into an infrastructure team with a focus product security and compliance. Your primary responsibility is to ensure the security of our applications by running security scans, reporting vulnerabilities, and utilizing static code scanning tools such as Checkmarx. You will work closely with the team manager and technical lead to enhance the organization's security posture, improve efficiency, and support growth.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct security scans on applications and infrastructure to identify vulnerabilities.
• Report vulnerabilities and work with development and infrastructure teams to remediate issues.
• Run static code scanners (e.g., Checkmarx) to detect potential security issues in application code.
• Understand and analyze web technologies, including REST API services.
• Utilize scripting languages such as Python, C#, and JavaScript to support security tasks.
• Collaborate with infrastructure teams to integrate security measures into the CI/CD pipeline.
• Assist in developing and maintaining security policies, procedures, and documentation.
• Monitor and analyze security alerts and logs to identify and respond to potential threats.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends, vulnerabilities, and technologies.
• Participate in security audits and assessments.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Entry-level knowledge of application security principles and best practices.
• Basic understanding of web technologies, including REST API services.
• Experience with security scanning tools such as Checkmarx, Nessus, or similar.
• Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python, C#, and JavaScript.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good organizational skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively.
• Ability to respond quickly and effectively to security incidents and alerts.
• Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of experience in cybersecurity and/or software development. Additional years of relevant cybersecurity or development experience may be considered in lieu of bachelor's degree.
   

Working Conditions

Must be able to perform essential job duties.  Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each workday), hear the telephone, and enter data on a computer and may also require the ability to lift up to 10 pounds.  

Equal Opportunity Employer

Data Analysis Incorporated (DAI) is the controlling entity of the O’Neil family of businesses. DAI and its subsidiaries operate in diverse industries worldwide, including global equity markets, health care, financial services, digital news, and insurance. Our global footprint allows our teams to be responsive to customer needs in a timely and efficient manner. We are dedicated to using technology and innovation to bring change and growth to our businesses. We believe in a dynamic workplace, creating engaging, informative products and services that help our customers succeed. Integrity is an essential characteristic for our firms and our associates; if this describes you, please apply!