Application Security Engineer - Mid-Atlantic region (Remote in VA, MD, PA, NC,

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Role Overview

GuidePoint Security is hiring a Application Security Engineer - Mid-Atlantic region (Remote in VA, MD, PA, NC,. This is a full-time remote role, with the team based in Remote. Part of GuidePoint Security's Lifecycle hiring. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Salary Context

Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Lifecycle roles is $100k-$135k (based on 500 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.

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Job description

GuidePoint Security provides trusted cybersecurity expertise, solutions and services that help organizations make better decisions and minimize risk. By taking a three-tiered, holistic approach for evaluating security posture and ecosystems, GuidePoint enables some of the nation’s top organizations, such as Fortune 500 companies and U.S. government agencies, to identify threats, optimize resources and integrate best-fit solutions that mitigate risk.

Required Experience:

Proficiency with the implementation, operationalization, and troubleshooting of Static Application Security Testing (SAST) tools such as Semgrep, Snyk, CodeQL, Checkmarx, Veracode, etc.
Understanding of Continuous Integration / Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipeline tools and processes (e.g. GitHub Actions, GitLab Runners, Azure DevOps, Jenkins, CircleCI, etc.)
Experience in software engineering, ideally full stack software development, including modern technologies and application architectures
Strong scripting and automation experience using one or more programming languages
Solid working knowledge of application security fundamentals including the OWASP Top 10, threat modeling, and implementing secure coding practices throughout the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
Embraces emerging technologies, including AI tools, to work smarter, solve problems, and drive better business outcomes
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred:

Experience writing or adapting custom SAST rules (Semgrep or CodeQL)
Familiarity with additional Application Security tools (e.g. Interactive (IAST), Dynamic (DAST) and API security, SCA, etc.)
Familiarity with API Security tools (e.g., NoName, Traceable, Salt, Cequence)
Practical hands-on experience validating vulnerabilities and proficiency with Burp Suite
Strong working knowledge of Secure Development Lifecycles and experience triaging and remediating technical vulnerabilities identified by web application scanning tools

Understanding of automated security testing approaches and tools
Experience in building and operating security tools within CI/CD pipelines
Experience with proactive integration of security into the development process

Past experience as an application security practitioner or software engineer

Educational & Professional Credentials:

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience
5-7 years of security engineering experience in the Information Security industry

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Why GuidePoint?

GuidePoint Security is a rapidly growing, profitable, privately-held value added reseller that focuses exclusively on Information Security. Since its inception in 2011, GuidePoint has grown to over 1,200 employees, established strategic partnerships with leading security vendors, and serves as a trusted advisor to more than 6,200 customers.

Firmly-defined core values drive all aspects of the business, which have been paramount to the company’s success and establishment of an enjoyable workplace atmosphere. At GuidePoint, your colleagues are knowledgeable, skilled, and experienced and will seek to collaborate and provide mentorship and guidance at every opportunity.

This is a unique and rare opportunity to grow your career along with one of the fastest growing companies in the nation.

Some added perks….

Remote workforce primarily (U.S. based only, some travel may be required for certain positions, working on-site may be required for Federal positions)
Group Medical Insurance options: Zero Deductible PPO Plan (GuidePoint pays 90% of the premium for employees and 70% for family plans (spouse/children/family) or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA (GuidePoint pays 100% of the employees premiums and 75% for family plans (spouse/children/family). If you choose the High Deductible / HSA plan, GPS will contribute in 4 equal quarterly installments: ($850 per EE annually / $1750 per family annually (includes spouse/children/family options)
Group Dental Insurance: GuidePoint pays 100% of the premium for employees and 75% of family plans
12 corporate holidays and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program
Healthy mobile phone and home internet allowance
Eligibility for retirement plan after 2 months at open enrollment
Pet Benefit Option

About GuidePoint Security

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Application Security Engineer - Mid-Atlantic region (Remote in VA, MD, PA, NC, position at GuidePoint Security?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to GuidePoint Security. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Is the Application Security Engineer - Mid-Atlantic region (Remote in VA, MD, PA, NC, role at GuidePoint Security remote?

Yes. This is a remote role. The team is based in Remote, but the position itself does not require relocating to that office.

What does a Application Security Engineer - Mid-Atlantic region (Remote in VA, MD, PA, NC, at GuidePoint Security earn?

GuidePoint Security has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Application Security Engineer - Mid-Atlantic region (Remote in VA, MD, PA, NC, role at GuidePoint Security posted?

This role was posted on June 18, 2026 (34 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

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