Security Architect - Application Security

Maplewood, Minnesota

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Remote

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Contract

|Job ID 71861|Posted Sep 30, 2025
JOB DESCRIPTION

Join our team as a Security Architect specializing in Application Security, where you'll play a crucial role in safeguarding our applications by designing and implementing advanced security measures. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement comprehensive security architectures for applications, ensuring alignment with industry standards.
  • Collaborate with development teams to integrate security protocols throughout the software lifecycle.
  • Conduct detailed assessments and code reviews to identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities.
  • Create and uphold security policies, standards, and guidelines across projects.
  • Stay informed on emerging security threats and trends, offering proactive recommendations.
  • Work with DevOps and CI/CD teams to establish automated security testing processes.
  • Lead training sessions to promote secure coding practices within development teams.
  • Engage with third-party vendors to ensure the security of integrated applications.

Skills

  • Extensive experience in security architecture across various environments.
  • Strong foundation in application security practices and methodologies.
  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
  • Effective communication skills to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

Preferred Skills

  • Advanced degree in Information Technology or Cybersecurity.
  • Experience with security tools like SAST, DAST, and IAST.
  • Understanding of DevSecOps principles and CI/CD pipeline integration.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, C#, or Python.

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and empowered. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and contribute to creating innovative solutions.

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.