Senior Application Security Engineer

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
Job Description
WGU is looking for a Senior Application Security Engineer to strengthen its security posture by reviewing access requests, guiding vulnerability remediation, and contributing to security policies and standards. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of information security experience, a strong understanding of SDLC processes, and expertise in secure architecture principles, web application security, and API security.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of information security experience
  • Meaningful experience in software development, including proficiency in languages such as Python, Java, JavaScript, Go, C/C++, etc.
  • Security Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of OWASP Top 10, web application security, API security, and secure architecture principles
  • Strong understanding of SDLC processes
  • Comfort with CLI and experience using open-source security tools (e.g., Kali, Nessus, Burp, NMap, Metasploit, Wireshark)
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify technical details for executive audiences

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare
  • HSA and FSA options
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Legal assistance and identity protection
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Wellbeing programs
  • Discounted WGU tuition for you and your family
  • Flexible PTO and Sick time
  • 11 paid holidays
  • Additional paid leaves, including parental leave
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