• Application Security Engineer

    Motion Recruitment Partners (Boston, MA)


    Application Security Engineer

     

    Boston, MA

     

    Hybrid

     

    Contract

     

    $60/hr - $70/hr

    Job Description

    A leading Boston-based bank is seeking a Mid-Level Application Security Engineer to support and secure its growing portfolio of internal and customer-facing applications. This team plays a key role in strengthening software security within a highly regulated financial environment, making it an excellent fit for someone who enjoys blending hands-on technical analysis with collaborative problem-solving.

     

    In this role, you’ll be responsible for performing SAST, DAST, and SCA scans, reviewing code for vulnerabilities, and partnering with development teams to remediate findings. You’ll help define best practices, improve secure SDLC processes, and ensure applications meet internal and regulatory security requirements.

    Required Skills & Experience:

    + 2+ years of professional experience in Application Security or Secure Software Development

    + Proficiency with SAST, DAST, and SCA tools (e.g., Veracode, Checkmarx, SonarQube, etc.)

    + Experience reviewing source code for security vulnerabilities

    + Strong communication skills with the ability to explain findings to developers and leadership

    + Penetration testing or ethical hacking experience is a plus

    Desired Skills:

    + Familiarity with secure SDLC processes and DevSecOps principles

    + Exposure to financial services or other regulated industries

    + Knowledge of OWASP Top 10 and common application-layer threats

    + Scripting skills (Python, Bash, etc.) to automate scans or reporting

    + Relevant certifications such as GWEB, GWAPT, or eLearnSecurity certifications

     

    What You’ll Be Doing

    Tech Breakdown

    + 50% Static/Dynamic/Composition scanning and analysis

    + 30% Code review and vulnerability remediation support

    + 20% Collaboration, documentation, and secure SDLC improvements

    Daily Responsibilities:

    + Run and interpret SAST, DAST, and SCA scans across multiple applications

    + Perform manual code reviews to identify and validate vulnerabilities

    + Partner with developers to triage, prioritize, and remediate findings

    + Contribute to secure coding standards and internal appsec guidelines

    + Support ongoing improvements to application security tooling and processes

    You will receive the following benefits:

    + Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family

    + Dental & Orthodontia Benefits

    + Vision Benefits

    + Health Savings Account (HSA)

    + Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

    + Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance

    + Hospital Indemnity Insurance

    + 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options

    + Paid Sick Time Leave

    + Legal and Identity Protection Plans

    + Pre-tax Commuter Benefit

    + 529 College Saver Plan

     

    Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

     

    **Posted by:** Sarah Carroll

    Specialization:

    + Cybersecurity