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AI Application Security Architect (Threat Modeling) - NC, AZ, TX

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Charlotte, NC Contractor
POSTED ON 6/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/11/2026
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Job#: 3037901

Job Description:

Client: Financial Services

Team: TBA

Job Title: Engineer 5 / AI Application Security Architect (Threat Modeling)

Location: Charlotte, NC (Brevard) / Irving (Las Colinas), TX / Chandler, AZ - Hybrid (3 days onsite / 2 remote)

Contract Length: 12mo

Pay Rate: $96 - $102

Top Requirements:

  • 7 years of Application Security Engineering experience
  • 2 years of hands-on threat modeling experience (OWASP-based)
  • Experience building AI/LLM-driven application security solutions in enterprise environments

Plusses:

  • Strong experience with secure software architecture and OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities
  • Experience integrating security into CI/CD pipelines and developer workflows
  • Experience with cloud-native security (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform) and distributed systems
  • Experience with AI/ML and GenAI security (prompt injection, model risks, etc.)
  • Security certifications (CISSP, CSSLP, GIAC, etc.)

Job Summary:

In this contingent resource assignment, you may: Consult as an expert to develop or influence initiatives and resources for highly complex business and technical needs across Engineering. Consult on the strategy and resolution of highly complex challenges requiring in-depth evaluation across multiple areas, delivering long-term, large-scale solutions that require advanced analytical thinking. Provide expertise to senior leadership on innovative Engineering solutions and strategically engage with client personnel.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

Application Security & Threat Modeling

  • Conduct and automate application threat modeling using OWASP methodologies
  • Decompose application architectures to identify risks and attack surfaces
  • Perform abuse case analysis and define mitigation strategies

AI & Security Engineering

  • Build scalable AI/LLM-driven solutions to automate threat modeling and security processes
  • Secure AI-enabled applications, addressing risks such as prompt injection and data exposure
  • Develop frameworks for AI security governance and controls

Architecture & Secure Design

  • Define secure application architecture patterns and reference designs
  • Evaluate and improve security posture across modern application stacks
  • Provide guidance on secure coding, authentication, API security, and secrets management

DevSecOps & Automation

  • Integrate security tooling into CI/CD pipelines (SAST, DAST, SCA, IaC scanning)
  • Automate vulnerability detection, remediation workflows, and compliance checks
  • Drive adoption of security best practices across engineering teams

Cloud & Platform Security

  • Design and implement security controls for cloud-native and distributed systems
  • Support software supply chain security (SBOM, dependency risk, artifact integrity)
  • Apply zero-trust and policy-as-code principles

Collaboration & Leadership

  • Lead initiatives and influence security strategy across engineering teams
  • Act as a security advisor to developers, architects, and leadership
  • Mentor teams and drive adoption of security practices
  • Communicate risks, findings, and solutions to both technical and executive audiences

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at or . Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.

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Salary : $96 - $102

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