Software Security Engineer

Software Security Engineer

Phoenix, Arizona

ValoreMVP – Hourly /

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Project Duration: 3-6 months, contract to hire

We are seeking a highly capable DevSecOps Engineer to lead the implementation of secure authentication and authorization systems across a suite of client-facing SaaS applications. In this role, you will collaborate closely with senior engineering leadership to ensure security is deeply integrated into the development lifecycle. The ideal candidate brings a software or DevOps engineering background with proven experience building secure, scalable systems. This role offers the opportunity to evolve into a broader security leadership position over time.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the CTO and Principal Engineer to implement and manage Keycloak as the centralized authentication and authorization system across multiple client-facing applications.
• Build and integrate security mechanisms directly into software and operations workflows, ensuring compliance with best practices in secure application development.
• Address common security vulnerabilities such as SQL injection, cross-site scripting, and LDAP injection within the development lifecycle.
• Support and enhance Web API security, including development and testing with custom providers.
• Operate autonomously while driving initiatives and communicating effectively with cross-functional stakeholders in a SaaS environment.
• Demonstrate polished leadership and the ability to guide technical direction in a professional, client-facing context.

Required Skills

• Hands-on experience implementing Keycloak for authentication and authorization across multiple applications.
• Background in software engineering or DevOps with a strong emphasis on secure development practices.
• Understanding of common web application vulnerabilities (e.g., SQL injection, XSS, LDAP injection) and strategies for prevention.
• Experience with Web API development and testing, especially around custom security implementations.
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight.
• Strong cross-functional leadership and communication skills, particularly in SaaS or client-facing technology organizations.

Bonus Skills

• Familiarity with secure code reviews, including OWASP Top 10, threat modeling, and static/dynamic code analysis.
• Experience integrating security into CI/CD pipelines and development workflows.
• Broader understanding or experience with CISO-level responsibilities or ambitions to grow into such a role.

$75 - $90 an hour

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