Application Security Engineer (AI/ML SAST)

Job#: 3032867 Job Description: Application Security Engineer (AI/ML SAST & Autocode Remediation) Location: Iselin, NJ, Charlotte, NC, Dallas, TX, Chandler, AZ (Hybrid - 3x/week) Preferred onsite days: Wednesday & Thursday Contract Length: 6 months Pay Rate: $90/hour - $96/hour Note: We are unable to consider C2C or third-party submissions. Role Overview This role supports application security modernization initiatives by integrating Static Application Security Testing (SAST) tooling with Corgea to deliver AI-driven autocode remediation for in-scope enterprise applications. This senior-level position focuses on enhancing CI/CD security pipelines, improving the developer shift-left experience, and leveraging AI/ML capabilities to automate remediation and improve security posture. The engineer will collaborate with Product Owners, Application Security Champions, development teams, and offshore partners while maintaining documentation, governance, and tool reliability. Key Responsibilities Design and implement SAST strategies for AI/ML-based code. Customize Checkmarx and Checkmarx ONE to integrate with LLMs, AI/ML frameworks, and CI/CD pipelines. Build and enhance autocode remediation workflows using Corgea AI capabilities. Provide hands-on technical support for the Checkmarx and Checkmarx ONE platform, including troubleshooting issues. Support patching, upgrades, and testing of application security platforms. Drive vendor accountability to resolve product defects. Collaborate with Product Owners, Application Security Champions, development teams, and offshore partners. Improve shift-left security adoption with development teams. Maintain accurate and current documentation reflecting process and pipeline changes. Required Qualifications 5+ years of Specialty Software Engineering experience, or equivalent demonstrated through work or consulting experience, training, military experience, or education. 4+ years of hands-on application security experience, particularly with SAST implementations. 3+ years of AI/ML development experience, including frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch. 2+ years of experience with Generative AI models, reinforcement learning, or autocode remediation models. Strong hands-on experience integrating and supporting Checkmarx and Checkmarx ONE platforms. Understanding of OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities. 2+ years of experience with Agile methodologies and Atlassian products such as Jira and Confluence or equivalent. Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, and customer service skills. Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex tool and pipeline integration issues. Preferred Qualifications 1+ years of experience using Corgea AI. 3+ years of Python scripting experience. 2+ years of cloud experience. 2+ years of SQL experience. Experience enhancing shift-left security practices with development teams. Work Arrangement A hybrid work model is required, with three days per week onsite at one of the approved core locations. Fully remote work is not permitted for this role. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at or . Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details. Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection.<