Senior Cloud Security Engineer

Immediate need for a talented Senior Cloud Security Engineer . This is a 04 months contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Elkhorn,NE(Remote). Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested.

Job ID:25-94911

Pay Range: $90 - $91.19/hour.  Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location).

Key Responsibilities:

• Deploy and configure container scanning tools to ensure secure containerized environments.
• Analyze vulnerabilities identified through SAST, DAST, SCA, and container scans, prioritizing remediation based on risk.
• Develop and maintain custom scripts to automate security processes and enhance scanning capabilities.
• Consult with development teams to provide secure coding guidance and assist with remediation strategies.
• Onboard applications into DAST scanning workflows, ensuring proper configuration and coverage.
• Configure and troubleshoot DAST scans, resolving issues related to application accessibility and scan accuracy.
• Review and validate SAST and SCA findings, confirming or rejecting false positives and “mitigated by design” claims from development teams.
• Document findings, create actionable reports, and communicate technical details effectively to stakeholders.

Key Requirements and Technology Experience:

• Key Skills; Strong experience with application security tools: DAST (e.g., Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP), SAST (e.g., Checkmarx, Veracode), and SCA (e.g., Black Duck, Snyk).
• Hands-on experience with container security and deployment of scanning tools (e.g., Wiz, Prisma, Aqua Security).
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash, or PowerShell) for automation and tool integration.
• Deep understanding of secure software development lifecycle (SDLC) and common vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10). 
• Strong experience with application security tools: DAST (e.g., Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP), SAST (e.g., Checkmarx, Veracode), and SCA (e.g., Black Duck, Snyk).
• Hands-on experience with container security and deployment of scanning tools (e.g., Wiz, Prisma, Aqua Security).
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash, or PowerShell) for automation and tool integration.
• Deep understanding of secure software development lifecycle (SDLC) and common vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10).
• Ability to troubleshoot complex scanning issues and optimize configurations for accuracy and performance.
• Strong analytical skills for vulnerability triage and risk prioritization.
• Excellent communication skills for consulting with development teams and explaining technical findings.
• Experience integrating security tools into CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with cloud-native security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and container orchestration (Kubernetes).
• Knowledge of API security testing and microservices architecture.
• Exposure to DevSecOps practices and security automation frameworks.
• Relevant certifications such as OSWE, GWAPT, or CSSLP.

Our client is a leading Financial Industry, and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. If you are interested in this position, please apply online for immediate consideration.

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