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Cyber Security Engineer job at TekWissen LLC. Washington DC. Overview: TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. Our client provider of digital technology and transformation, information technology and services Position: Cyber Security Engineer Location: Bellevue, WA, 98008 Duration: 6 Months Job Type: Temporary Assignment Work Type: Onsite Job Description: Summary: • We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Application Security Engineer with a strong development background to join our Cybersecurity team. • This role focuses on securing applications and APIs through manual testing, secure code reviews, and close collaboration with development teams. • The ideal candidate will have solid programming experience and a deep understanding of modern application security practices, including DevSecOps. Key Responsibilities • Perform manual security testing of RESTful and GraphQL APIs to identify vulnerabilities. • Review source code and application implementations to ensure secure coding practices. • Validate APIs and applications against OWASP Top 10, ASVS, and internal security standards. • Evaluate and improve authentication, authorization, encryption, and input validation controls. • Collaborate with developers to support secure SDLC and remediation efforts. • Provide clear, actionable guidance based on security test findings. • Stay current on emerging threats, tools, and best practices in application security. Required Qualifications: • Experience with manual application and API security testing. • Strong programming skills in Java, JavaScript, and Python. • Familiarity with tools like Postman, Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP. • Good understanding of OWASP Top 10, ASVS, and secure coding principles. • Ability to read and analyze code to identify security flaws. • Strong communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills. • Ability to manage testing timelines aligned with product releases. Preferred Qualifications • Security certifications such as OSCP, CSSLP, GWAPT, or similar. • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and security in CI/CD pipelines. • Knowledge of container security (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes). Tek Wissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.

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