Job Title: AppSec Engineer
Job Category: Information Technology
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%
Type of Travel: Local
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Responsibilities:
Lead SAST operations using Fortify, including full ownership of findings triage and remediation tracking
Oversee SonarQube continuous code security analysis and quality gate governance
Manage and execute DAST testing and runtime vulnerability assessments
Plan, lead, and deliver penetration testing engagements across varied application stacks
Lead secure code reviews and coach developers on remediation techniques
Own application vulnerability remediation tracking, verification, and closure
Develop and maintain standards for AppSec assessments and penetration test reporting
Drive secure development lifecycle (SDLC) compliance across assigned application portfolios
Mentor junior and mid‑level AppSec engineers, fostering technical growth and excellence
Serve as the AppSec liaison to the Cybersecurity Architect to advance program‑wide SDLC security strategy
Qualifications:
Required:
Active Secret clearance
6–9 years of experience in application security, penetration testing, or secure software development
Advanced proficiency with Fortify and SonarQube
Demonstrated experience leading penetration testing engagements and performing secure code reviews
Strong knowledge of web application, API, and mobile application vulnerabilities
Proven ability to mentor and develop junior AppSec engineers
DoD 8140.03M DCWF Intermediate Tier certification — 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, Information Technology, or Software Engineering
Desired:
Multiple DoD 8140.03M DCWF Advanced Tier 541 certifications
OSCP or equivalent offensive security certification
Experience integrating security into DevSecOps pipelines
Prior experience developing AppSec programs or secure coding standards within a DoD environment
DoD 8140.03M DCWF Advanced Tier certification — one of: CFR, CISA, CISM, CySA+, GPEN, or GSNA
Master’s or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, or Software Engineering
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Pay Range:
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$75,200-$158,100
