Job Description
A client of Insight Global is seeking a Staff-level Application Security Engineer to support a growing security function. This is a hands-on, consultative role focused on partnering closely with engineering teams to drive secure development practices across web and cloud environments. This role requires someone who can immediately contribute by rolling up their sleeves and executing, not just defining strategy.
Key Responsibilities
Partner directly with engineering teams to integrate security throughout the full SDLC
Provide hands-on guidance and support for vulnerability remediation
Review and triage findings from external penetration testing firms
Determine real-world exploitability of vulnerabilities
Help engineering teams prioritize and resolve issues
Act as a liaison with external penetration testing vendors (no direct pen testing required)
Help teams implement and improve secure coding practices and application security controls
Support application security programs across both cloud and on-prem environments
Advise on supply chain security risks and mitigation strategies
Drive a consultative approach, working alongside teams to close security gaps, not just documenting them
This is a 6 month contract hybrid position based in Austin, TX and will pay between $70- $80 per hour.
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Required Skills & Experience
10+ years of experience in Application Security or related field
Strong hands-on experience securing web applications
Expertise in cloud security (AWS required)
Proven experience working embedded with engineering teams
Background in vulnerability management and remediation
Experience reviewing or working alongside penetration testing outputs
Ability to assess findings and determine practical risk/exploitability
Demonstrated ability to balance security best practices with engineering velocity
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
Experience with Azure
Exposure to mobile application security
Familiarity with CIAM security, tokenization, or supply chain security concepts
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.