Application Security Engineer

Who are we?

Checkmarx is the leader in application security and ensures that enterprises worldwide can secure their application development from code to cloud. Our consolidated platform and services address the needs of enterprises by improving security and reducing TCO, while simultaneously building trust between AppSec, developers, and CISOs. At Checkmarx, we believe it’s not just about finding risk, but remediating it across the entire application footprint and software supply chain with one seamless process for all relevant stakeholders.  

We are honored to serve more than 1,800 customers, which includes 40 percent of all Fortune 100 companies including Siemens, Airbus, SalesForce, Stellantis, Adidas, Wal-Mart and Sanofi.  

What are we looking for?

Checkmarx, a leader in the application security testing market, actively seeks talented application security engineers (AppSec Eng.) to support Checkmarx Global Services and our customers. The perfect candidate has a robust background in software development and application security.

How will you make an impact?

• Support some of our strategic/top-tier customers in conducting security-focused code reviews using the Checkmarx Platform.
• Support customer's AppSec and Dev Teams with mitigation advice for identified vulnerabilities.
• Create proof-of-concept based on identified vector attacks.

Daily and monthly responsibilities:

• Conduct security-focused statical code analysis on top of a broad range of development languages and open-source libraries.
• Support customer AppSec/Dev teams with mitigation strategy/advice for identified vulnerabilities.
• When required, create proofs-of-concept that can illustrate a given vulnerability exploitability.
• When needed, support AppSec/Dev teams in analyzing applications.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or another highly technical scientific discipline.
• +3 years experience in development using one or more high-level programming languages like Java, .Net, Javascript, Go, Python, etc.
• +3 years experience in security-focused code review covering some market standards AppSec Frameworks like OWASP Web/API/Mobile Top 10, PCI- DSS, etc.
• A proactive approach to spotting problems, areas for improvement, and performance bottlenecks.
• Strong technical aptitude - being able to pick up technical concepts rapidly is required.
• Highly motivated self-starter.
• Fluent in English (++ for other languages).

The fine print:

• Work from office/home (hybrid).
• Some international travel required (less than 10%)

If you have the skillset we’re looking for, we will get you up-to-speed with Checkmarx Platform solutions and invest in you to improve your knowledge and technical skills. 

Checkmarx offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, competitive compensation, great work-life balance, as well as great benefits and perks throughout the year. Checkmarx is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law.