Security Engineer; AI AppSec

Overview

On behalf of our Public Sector Client, Ignite Technical Resources is recruiting for a Security Engineer to join our Client's team on a Contract basis. This role is Hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days remote) and the Client is based in Richmond, BC
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The Security Engineer will be a key member of the Dev Sec Ops  team, focused on embedding security throughout the software development lifecycle. This includes threat modeling, secure design and code reviews, penetration testing, and integration of security tools into CI/CD pipelines. The role supports secure architecture design and ensures compliance with security policies.

• Perform secure code reviews, secure design reviews, and penetration testing (black and white box).
• Conduct threat modeling during product/application design and architecture.
• Implement SCA/SAST/DAST tools and integrate them into CI/CD pipelines.
• Maintain Azure security policies and ensure secure cloud deployments.
• Develop and sustain security building blocks across the Dev Ops lifecycle.
• Manage vulnerability and risk management processes throughout SDLC.
• Define security controls and consult on user stories for secure design.
• Deliver secure coding and hacking technique training to developers.
• Lead POC and deployment of new security technologies.
• Participate in incident response and monitor security throughout development.

• Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM field
• Minimum of 6 years in progressively complex security engineering roles
• Relevant security certification (e.g., CISSP, CEH)
• Expertise in SCA/SAST/DAST, threat modeling, penetration testing, and layered security controls
• Knowledge of AI technologies security design and controls

• Experience embedding security tools in CI/CD environments
• Strong manual code review and architecture design skills
• Familiarity with Azure cloud security
• Background in conducting secure design reviews
• Ability to coordinate with Dev Ops teams to integrate secure practices

This is a 12-month contract role based in Richmond, BC, with a hybrid work arrangement of 3 days onsite and 2 days remote per week. The successful candidate will be required to undergo both a reference check and a background check prior to receiving an offer.

Based in Vancouver and proudly Canadian, Ignite Technical Resources has been providing Top Technical Talent to organizations across Canada since 2005.

Ignite Technical is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, national origin, or age.

Please note that Ignite’s Clients require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

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