Application Security Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Application Security Engineer with a strong experience in cybersecurity and a passion for AI-driven automation. In this role, you will assess the security of internal and third-party applications, identify vulnerabilities, and help build innovative AI-powered solutions to streamline security assessments and compliance processes. This role is 4 days a week onsite in Seattle WA, 1 day a week remote.
Job Duties:

• Conduct security assessments of internally developed and third-party applications across the enterprise.
• Collaborate with engineering, product, and vendor teams to understand application architecture and identify potential security risks.
• Develop and maintain standardized assessment frameworks and methodologies tailored to various application types and deployment models.
• Develop AI tools and techniques to automate and streamline security assessments, including compliance and policy enforcement, threat modeling, and supply chain security evaluation.
• Document findings and provide actionable recommendations to improve application security posture.
• Track remediation efforts and validate fixes to ensure risk reduction.
• Contribute to the development of secure design patterns and reusable security components.
• Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and AI-driven security innovations.
• Goal is to develop AI automation and work alongside FTEs to fast-track security systems.

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of hands-on cybersecurity experience preferred.
• 3-5 years of direct application security experience is required.
• Strong experience conducting application security assessments (internal & third-party) is required.
• Deep understanding of secure SDLC, threat modeling, and vulnerability remediation is required.
• Experience leveraging AI tools to enhance security workflows is required.

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Seattle, WA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $81.00 - $84.50/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Seattle,WA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 30, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.