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Application Security / DevSecOps Engineer - Contract

Kaygen Inc.

  • New York, NY
  • 11 days ago
  • Remote
  • $60–$75 Per Hour

Highlights

Responsibilities include configuring and executing SAST and SCA scans, establishing recurring scanning schedules, reviewing and analyzing scan results, supporting remediation of identified vulnerabilities, and integrating security findings with the appropriate development and security workflows. We specialize in providing high-volume contingent staffing, direct hire staffing and project-based solutions to companies worldwide ranging from startups to Fortune 500 and Managed Service Providers (MSP) across a wide variety of industries.

Numbers & Facts

LocationNew York, NY (
Remote
)
IndustryComputer/IT Services
Salary$60–$75 Per Hour
Company Size100 to 499 employees
Year Founded2003
Websitehttp://www.kaygen.com

Description



KAYGEN is an emerging leader in providing top talent for technology-based staffing services. We specialize in providing high-volume contingent staffing, direct hire staffing and project-based solutions to companies worldwide ranging from startups to Fortune 500 and Managed Service Providers (MSP) across a wide variety of industries.
Title: Application Security / DevSecOps Engineer - Contract
Duration: Through 3/28/27
Location: Remote, prefer candidates in New Jersey but open to 100% remote

Responsibilities
  • The Application Security / DevSecOps Engineer will support the client’s enterprise Application Security program by integrating security controls and scanning capabilities throughout the software development lifecycle and CI/CD pipelines.
  • The resource will work across multiple source code management and DevOps platforms, including GitHub, GitLab, Azure DevOps (ADO), and Jenkins, and will be responsible for onboarding applications into security scanning solutions such as Checkmarx.
  • Responsibilities include configuring and executing SAST and SCA scans, establishing recurring scanning schedules, reviewing and analyzing scan results, supporting remediation of identified vulnerabilities, and integrating security findings with the appropriate development and security workflows.
  • The resource should also provide hands-on application security expertise beyond automated tooling, including secure code review, identification of coding and validation weaknesses, review of third-party and open-source libraries/packages, and assessment of software supply-chain risks.
  • The individual will work closely with application and development teams to identify security gaps, provide remediation guidance, and help ensure that applications consume trusted and secure software componentsn
Requirements
  • 5+ years of experience in Application Security, DevSecOps, or Software Security Engineering within enterprise environments.
  • Hands-on experience with CI/CD and DevOps platforms such as GitHub, GitLab, Azure DevOps (ADO), and Jenkins, including security integration and automation.
  • Strong knowledge of application security testing tools and methodologies, including SAST, SCA, vulnerability management, and secure software development lifecycle (SDLC) practices.
  • Proven ability to perform secure code reviews, assess open-source and third-party software risks, and identify application security vulnerabilities and remediation strategies.
  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with experience partnering with development teams to implement security best practices and drive vulnerability remediation efforts.
Rate: 60 - 75


At KAYGEN, people are at the heart of everything we do. We foster a diverse, inclusive, and employee-driven culture where every individual is valued, empowered, and encouraged to bring their authentic self to work. Our candidate-first approach means we are committed to understanding your career goals and connecting you with opportunities that align with your aspirations, skills, and potential. Whether you're taking the next step in your career or searching for your dream opportunity, KAYGEN is more than a staffing partner—we're a community dedicated to helping you grow, succeed, and thrive. Join us and discover a place where your talent is recognized, your ambitions are supported, and your future is built alongside a team that invests in your success every step of the way.

Our team of experienced staffing experts will work with you to find you the best opportunity. For more information, please visit us at www.kaygen.com.

Benefits:
  • Free Healthcare Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Free Life Insurance
  • Sick Time Off
Achieve your Kaizen by clicking here. A unique and exclusive talent community supported by KAYGEN, that includes programs like:
  • Mentorship Program
  • Certifications
  • Referrals
  • Family and Wellness benefits
  • Continuous Growth and Career Development

Benefits

Paid Sick Days, Professional Development, 401K, Employee Referral Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Events, Life Insurance, Merchandise Discounts

About Company

Kaygen, an award-winning technology consulting and talent firm, assists organizations to achieve digital transformation. From structuring data to the Cloud and visualization, Kaygen leads the digital transformation of global clients.

Kaygen, from the Japanese word, kaizen, for continuous improvement, signifies how we continuously seek to bring expert tech talent to our client engagements to create a sustainable competitive advantage. However, there is more. Our company is diverse, and minority woman owned and operated by expert data technologists who have conceived and developed the very strategic technology initiatives that we now engage in for our clients with our talent.

Our core belief in diversity, complemented by the principles of kaizen, ensures we bring the best expert data talent to work transparently, collaboratively, and with the flexibility to ensure client success.

Visit http://www.kaygen.com/ for a solutions overview.

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