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Insight Global

Application Security Engineer

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What they do

A Cyber Security Engineer designs systems that protect the security of large databases, including databases with customer information and patient files. Examines client computer systems, identifies weak points in security, develops and implements new systems, monitors and responds to security issues.

$108,925 / year median in Michigan

+2% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Description Insight Global is looking for an Application Security Engineer for one of our state/local government customers in a hybrid role out of Lansing, MI. This role serves as a key partner to software development teams, helping ensure that web, mobile, API, cloud, and container-based applications are designed, built, and deployed securely. On a day-to-day basis, the Senior Full Stack Application Development Security Auditor conducts application security assessments using SAST, DAST, SCA, and container/cloud scanning tools; reviews source code and application architectures for security vulnerabilities; and works directly with developers to remediate findings and implement secure coding practices. The role involves validating authentication and authorization mechanisms such as OAuth, OIDC, PKCE, and JWT, analyzing HTTP requests and responses, evaluating API security controls, and identifying risks related to OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities including XSS, injection attacks, SSRF, and CSRF. Additionally, the individual collaborates with DevOps and engineering teams to integrate automated security testing into CI/CD pipelines, establish security standards and reusable security patterns, and support continuous compliance efforts across cloud and distributed application environments. Success in this role requires a blend of application development expertise, security knowledge, and the ability to communicate complex security concepts to technical teams while driving secure software development practices across the organization. $40/hr to $60/hr : Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education. Benefit packages while on contract for this role will start on the 31st 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. We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.

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https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/. Skills and Requirements
  • 5+ years of total IT related experience.
  • 3+ years implementing/utilizing Federal, Industry and Open-Source Security Guidance and Secure Coding Practices (OWASP Top 10, SANS, CERT, CWE Top 25, Critical Security Controls, Cloud Security Alliance, SafeCode etc.)
  • 3+ years with both compiled and interpreted languages such as Angular, React, Node.js, Java, Spring Boot, IBM WebSphere App server, Oracle JBoss, .NET stacks
  • 3+ years with networking, infrastructure, secure application development and security automation (DevSecOps)
  • 3+ years of hands-on knowledge building and deploying secure complex distributed web and mobile applications
  • Previous state or local government experience