[Hiring] Application Security Engineer @CACI International

Role Description

Join a mission‑driven cybersecurity team securing applications that support a critical DoD mission. In this role, you’ll embed security directly into the software development lifecycle, partner with developers and architects, and use industry‑leading tools to identify, validate, and remediate vulnerabilities across a diverse application ecosystem.

• Embed robust security practices into the secure SDLC from design through deployment.
• Execute both static (SAST) and dynamic (DAST) application security testing using enterprise tooling.
• Lead and support penetration testing engagements, guiding developers through actionable remediation.
• Work within a fully staffed cybersecurity program—including architecture, GRC, and operations experts.
• Grow your expertise across the AppSec spectrum: code review, runtime testing, and compliance validation.

Responsibilities

• Perform SAST using Fortify across assigned applications.
• Conduct continuous code quality and security analysis using SonarQube.
• Execute DAST to identify runtime vulnerabilities.
• Coordinate and execute penetration testing engagements.
• Conduct secure code reviews and document findings with actionable guidance.
• Track and verify vulnerability remediation through closure.
• Validate application security controls against program and DoD requirements.
• Author application security assessment and penetration test reports.
• Support the Cybersecurity Architect with secure SDLC process design.

Qualifications

• Active Secret or TS clearance.
• 3–5 years of experience in application security, secure development, or penetration testing.
• Hands‑on experience with SAST platforms (Fortify preferred).
• Working knowledge of OWASP Top 10 and common application vulnerability classes.
• Demonstrated experience conducting or supporting penetration tests.
• DoD 8140.03M DCWF Basic Tier — CEH.
• DoD 8140 Interim Education Options.
• Required to travel to Scott Airforce base on a quarterly basis.

Desired Qualifications

• DoD 8140.03M DCWF Intermediate Tier — one of: CEH(P), RCCE Level 1, Cloud+, CPTE, FITSP‑A, GCED, GCIH, GCSA, GICSP, GSEC, PenTest+, or Security+.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, IT, or Software Engineering.
• Experience with SonarQube or similar secure code analysis platforms.
• Familiarity with DevSecOps pipelines and CI/CD security integration.
• Scripting or development experience in Python, Java, or similar languages.

Benefits

• A culture of integrity.
• An environment of trust.
• A focus on continuous growth.
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and learning and development opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits such as healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

Pay Range

The proposed salary range for this position is: $75,200-$158,100.

Company Description

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.