Application Security Consultant | Remote, USA

Optiv Security Inc.

Job Overview

Location

22 Locations

Job Type

Full-time

Full Job Description

📋 Description

• As an Application Security Consultant at Optiv Security Inc., you will play a critical role in helping clients strengthen their security posture by identifying and remediating vulnerabilities in applications through expert assessments and guidance.
• Day to day, you will perform application security assessments, penetration tests, and secure code reviews; write status updates and final deliverables; provide tactical and strategic remediation advice; build client relationships; stay current with DevSecOps and Agile practices; pursue certifications; contribute to Optiv’s blog and present at conferences; improve internal methodologies; and collaborate with delivery and practice teams.
• Optiv is a leading cybersecurity advisory and solutions provider with 22 locations, committed to innovation, inclusion, and delivering expert security services to clients across industries.
• In this role, you will deepen your technical expertise in application security, earn industry-recognized certifications, develop consulting and communication skills, influence internal best practices, and grow as a trusted advisor in secure development lifecycle practices.

🎯 Requirements

• Practical experience (1-3 years) in an application security role that included manual testing
• Previous job experience in an information security consulting services or enterprise security team role
• Ability to travel 20% of the time to client sites
• Deep understanding of software security architecture and design
• Ability to work with diverse and dynamic teams
• Successful implementation of application testing methodologies for web applications and APIs
• Ability to assess mobile applications on iOS and Android platforms is a plus
• BA/BS degree preferred in computer science, software engineering, cybersecurity, or mathematics
• One or more security certifications preferred: CISSP, CSSLP, OSCP, OSWE, OSCE, GPEN, GWAPT, eWPTX

🏖️ Benefits

• Commitment to inclusion through Employee Resource Groups
• Work/life balance
• Professional training resources
• Creative problem-solving and the ability to tackle unique, complex projects
• Volunteer Opportunities through 'Optiv Chips In'
• The ability and technology necessary to productively work remotely/from home

Skills & Technologies

iOS

Android

Remote

Degree Required

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About Optiv Security Inc.

Optiv Security provides cybersecurity advisory, technology integration, and managed security services to large enterprises and government agencies. The company designs, implements, and operates layered defenses that combine strategy, risk management, identity protection, cloud security, threat intelligence, and incident response. It partners with hundreds of technology vendors to deliver vendor-neutral solutions, helping clients reduce complexity, close security gaps, and maintain compliance across hybrid environments.

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