Summary

Application Security Engineer – Data Security


Submission Note: Please include your active LinkedIn profile with your application.

(Hybrid – 3 days onsite/week). Candidates must be local to Plano, TX and comfortable working onsite.​

Interview Process: Onsite in TX, same day — (1) Python coding round, (2) technical interview, (3) HR round

​Job Type: Contract (6–12+ months, extensions possible)



US Citizens/ Greencards/ GC EADs (No OPT EAD, CPT EAD)

Position Overview

Our client, a global leader in consumer products and digital transformation, is seeking an Application Security Engineer – Data Security to join their Global Data Security & Protection team within the Cyber Fusion Center. This is a highly visible role focused on building scalable automation and security-focused applications that protect enterprise data and reduce cyber risk across a global organization.

The team needs a hands-on engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving complex security problems through code, and can work closely with cross-functional security and engineering teams.

Candidates must be local to Plano, TX and comfortable working onsite.

Responsibilities

What You Will Be Doing​

• Develop and maintain automation, tooling, and scalable software solutions supporting enterprise data security initiatives
  
• Build security-focused applications using Python, JavaScript, and object-oriented languages such as Java, C++, or C#
  
• Support Data Loss Prevention (DLP), cloud data protection, data classification, encryption, access governance, and related cybersecurity initiatives
  
• Integrate APIs and automation tools to collect KPIs/KRIs and improve operational efficiency
  
• Work within CI/CD pipelines and modern cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  
• Collaborate with Security Operations, Enterprise Architecture, Legal, Privacy, and Platform teams on enterprise-wide initiatives
• Create technical documentation, including system design docs, architecture diagrams, and data flows
• Identify vulnerabilities and implement security improvements across enterprise applications and platforms

Requirements

1. 4+ years of experience in cybersecurity, software development, or computer engineering
2. Strong programming skills in Python and JavaScript
3. Experience with DLP, CASB, SASE, DSPM, PAM, or related data security platforms
4. Experience with endpoint security technologies and security-focused development
5. Hands-on experience with Java, C++, or C#
6. Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
7. Familiarity with Git, CI/CD pipelines, automation tools, and Docker/containerization
8. Solid understanding of core security concepts: encryption vs. hashing, authentication vs. authorization, secure secrets management/vaults, salting and weak hashing algorithms
   

Desired Skills & Experience​

• Exposure to agile software development methodologies
  
• Security certifications a plus: Security+, CEH, CISSP, OSCP, CISM, CISA, GPEN, or GWAPT

Skills

• Cybersecurity