Application Security Engineer
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Job description
Accenture Federal Services is hiring a Application Security Engineer — a full-time, based in Washington, DC role ($110k–$224k). Apply directly on Accenture Federal Services's careers page below.
Application Security Engineer
Location: Washington, DC
Department: 60038769 - AFS Secure Digital Core
The work
We are seeking a Senior Application Security Engineer to partner with development teams and ensure secure, scalable software delivery. This role leads the AppSec scrum team, integrates security into the development lifecycle, and designs processes that enable developers to work securely and efficiently. Candidates should bring hands‑on engineering experience and a strong understanding of modern application security.
Key Responsibilities:
Team Leadership
- Lead the AppSec scrum team and all agile ceremonies.
- Prioritize the security backlog and guide teammates on best practices.
- Drive collaboration across security, development, and operations.
- Use AI tools to improve team workflows and efficiency.
Application & AI Security
- Test and triage security vulnerabilities for web and AI applications.
- Provide clear, actionable remediation guidance.
Pipeline Security
- Architect and maintain secure CI/CD pipelines (GitLab, Jenkins).
- Implement hardened build processes and secure supply chain practices, including SBOM management.
Threat Modeling
- Lead shift-left threat modeling and partner with engineers to address risks early.
- Ensure AI agents and pipelines follow secure design principles.
Security Integration
- Integrate security tools (Snyk, Nexus, JFrog) into developer workflows.
- Manage dependency lifecycles and ensure artifacts are verified and signed.
Business Enablement
- Balance security needs with delivery velocity in a federal environment.
- Navigate technical and organizational gray areas effectively.
Qualifications
- 6+ years in software engineering and application/infrastructure security (hands on production coding experience).
- Proven experience securing CI/CD pipelines.
- Foundational understanding with one or more build systems (Gradle, Maven, Docker/Kubernetes).
- Experience with SBOM formats (CycloneDX, SPDX).
- Strong understanding of AppSec principles, SSDF, threat modeling, and secrets management.
Bonus:
- Experience with artifact signing (Sigstore/Cosign)
Eligibility Requirements:
- US Citizen
- Eligible to obtain a Public Trust clearance
As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia. The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the salary for Application Security Engineer at Accenture Federal Services?
The estimated salary range for Application Security Engineer at Accenture Federal Services is $110,000 - $224,000 USD per year.
What skills are required for Application Security Engineer at Accenture Federal Services?
The required skills for Application Security Engineer at Accenture Federal Services include: CI/CD, GitLab, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, Gradle, Maven, AI.
What is the seniority level for Application Security Engineer at Accenture Federal Services?
Application Security Engineer at Accenture Federal Services is a Senior / Manager level position.
How do I apply for Application Security Engineer at Accenture Federal Services?
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