Application Security Engineer
Skills
About the role
At Definity, a leading technology company focused on AI-driven solutions and digital transformation, we are continuously expanding our team to support innovative, high-impact projects. We are seeking an Application Security Engineer. This is a fully remote position open to candidates across LATAM.
Requirements
5+ years of experience in Application Security, Product Security, or DevSecOps, working hands-on with engineering teams.
Strong AppSec tooling experience: SAST, SCA, code scanning, GitHub / GitHub Advanced Security / SonarQube / Dependabot, and CI/CD integration.
Ability to read code, assess real risk, and drive practical remediation.
SSDLC / shift-left skills: threat modeling, security design reviews, vulnerability management.
Strong application and API security fundamentals: authN/authZ, secrets, dependencies, injection, data protection.
Experience with cloud-native delivery: containers, IaC, Git-based workflows, automation, and clear documentation.
Advanced English.
Nice to have
IaC scanning, container/image security, software supply chain, secrets management.
AWS cloud security experience.
Experience in regulated, audit-sensitive, or event-critical environments.
Main Activities
Partner directly with engineering teams to identify and remediate application-level security risks.
Integrate and maintain AppSec tooling (SAST, SCA, code scanning) within CI/CD pipelines.
Conduct security design reviews and threat modeling for new features and services.
Review code to assess real-world risk and provide clear, actionable remediation guidance.
Support vulnerability management processes, prioritizing based on actual risk.
Document findings, processes, and recommendations clearly for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field.
About Definity
Founded in Monterrey, Mexico, Definity is a nearshore technology partner specializing in custom digital solutions, AI innovation, and business applications. With over two decades of expertise and a strong focus on client success, Definity empowers organizations worldwide to achieve real business results through modern technology.
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