AWS Lambda, Agile Programming Methodologies, Amazon Simple Storage Service (S3), Amazon Web Services (AWS), Applications Security, Cloud Computing, Code Reviews, Communication Skills, Computer Security, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Cross-Functional, Enterprise Protection, Java, JavaScript, Node.js, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Project Planning, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Release Management/Engineering, Reliability Engineering, Reporting Skills, Scalable System Development, Security Architecture, Security Consulting, Team Player
A leading organization is seeking a skilled Application Security Consultant to enhance its enterprise security program. This role focuses on securing web, mobile, and cloud-native applications while collaborating closely with engineering and business teams.
Contract Length: May 1, 2026 August 30, 2026
Location: Parsippany, NJ
Work Setup: Hybrid
Application Security Consultant Responsibilities
- Lead secure design and implementation across web, mobile, and AWS cloud environments, including CI/CD security integration
- Administer and optimize SAST/SCA tools (e.g., Checkmarx), including vulnerability triage and remediation aligned with OWASP Top Ten
- Enhance application-layer protection technologies through tuning, configuration, and performance optimization
- Partner with change and release management to ensure secure, stable production deployments
- Represent the Application Security Consultant in architecture reviews and project planning, embedding security early in development
- Track remediation efforts, produce security reporting, and support cross-functional security initiatives
Application Security Consultant Qualifications
Required:
- 3+ years of hands-on application security experience (SAST, SCA, vulnerability lifecycle management)
- Strong knowledge of OWASP Top Ten and web/API security risks
- Experience securing AWS environments (Lambda, API Gateway, IAM, S3)
- Ability to review code (JavaScript, Java, Python, Node.js) and guide remediation
- Familiarity with DevSecOps, CI/CD pipelines, and agile methodologies
- Strong communication skills to collaborate with technical and business stakeholders
Preferred:
- Experience with cloud security tools (e.g., Wiz, Prisma Cloud, Orca Security)
- Background in release governance or Site Reliability Engineering
- Exposure to threat intelligence and developer-focused security training
This Application Security Consultant opportunity is ideal for professionals passionate about building secure, scalable systems in a fast-paced environment.
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Crossfire Consulting Corporation