Application Security Architect

UNABLE TO SPONSOR
**** Must be able to work onsite 3 days a week. Locations:
Charlotte, NC;
Irving, TX;
Minneapolis, MN;
Chandler, AZ;
Iselin, NJ.

The Principal Application Security Engineer will lead the design, development, and deployment of an MCP (Multi‑Component Pipeline) server that integrates with enterprise App Sec scanning tools such as Checkmarx, Black Duck, and Invicti. The role combines deep application security expertise, strong backend engineering (Java‑first), and the ability to architect scalable systems that onboard hundreds of applications into an automated security‑scanning ecosystem.

This person will implement a new AI secure coding tool, ensuring secure coding practices.

The engineer will work closely with the hiring manager, additional App Sec stakeholders, the pen testing team, and interface with Corgea outputs to reduce false positives and continuously improve scanning accuracy.

• Application Security Experience – Strong understanding of SAST, SCA, and DAST tools, specifically Checkmarx and Black Duck. Ability to define app security rules, triage false positives, and tune scanning systems.
• MCP Server Integration Experience – Experience setting up or integrating MCP servers with app security environments, understanding MCP servers, components, and interactions with scanning tools.
• AI/LLM Experience – Understanding of how LLMs generate outputs and how to leverage automation. Experience developing or integrating AI‑driven products.
• Large‑Scale System Design Experience – Experience architecting systems that onboard and manage applications with focus on performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Java Development Experience – Building and hosting APIs and designing scalable backend frameworks.
• Communication – Ability to articulate architectural design clearly and serve as technical authority with cross‑functional stakeholders.

Contract position based out of Minneapolis, MN. Hybrid work model. Must work onsite 3 days a week.

Pay range: $93.00 - $97.00 per hour.

Temporary role benefits (eligible only upon hiring qualification):
Medical, dental & vision;
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan;
Life Insurance;
Short and long‑term disability;
Health Spending Account;
Transportation benefits;
Employee Assistance Program;
Time Off/Leave (PTO, vacation or sick leave).

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 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 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.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 9, 2026.