Security Engineer
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Austin, Texas

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Onsite

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Contract

|Job ID 70113|Posted Apr 29, 2025
JOB DESCRIPTION

Join a dynamic team as a Security Engineer, focused on safeguarding digital assets through proactive vulnerability management. This role offers the chance to work on-site in Austin, TX, with opportunities for contract extension and conversion.

Responsibilities

  • Lead efforts in identifying and addressing security vulnerabilities across various services.
  • Collaborate with software development teams to ensure secure system design and implementation.
  • Utilize vulnerability discovery tools to enhance security measures and protect digital assets.
  • Conduct secure source code reviews and threat modeling to fortify application security.
  • Maintain strong relationships with security suppliers and internal security teams.
  • Continuously improve and automate vulnerability discovery processes.

Skills

  • Proven experience in application development and vulnerability management.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Detail-oriented with a focus on delivering high-quality results.
  • Experience in managing relationships with software development teams.

Preferred Skills

  • Familiarity with application security fundamentals and web application security testing.
  • Proficiency in Python and Java programming languages.
  • A degree in Computer Science or a related technical field with 3-5 years of relevant experience.

Horizontal is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, where all individuals are valued and respected. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and join our team.

Once you apply for this position, you may receive a phone call, SMS or email at the time of application from our Virtual AI Recruiter, Alex, to conduct an initial interview.

Horizontal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. 

We seek to provide employment opportunities to talented, qualified candidates regardless of race, color, sex/gender including gender identity and/or expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law.

In addition, Horizontal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application or interview process, please contact us.

All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.