Federal Vulnerability Management and Application Security Engineer

Title: Vulnerability Mgmt. and Application Security Engineer Location: Remote-US Salary: $125K annually About PSI We are PSI Services. We power world leading tests. Delivered with trusted science and the very best test taker experience. PSI supports test-takers on their journey to pursuing dreams and gaining certifications that are important to them. They believe that their dreams are worth working for; that their dreams are worth the effort. And we believe that too. This is our core purpose, to empower people to achieve their dreams. We do this by being the best provider of workforce solutions, which foster both technology and science to deliver the best solutions for our test takers. We are searching for top talent to join our PSI team and help grow our products and services. We have a creative, supportive and inclusive culture where we empower people in their careers to be their authentic self and make the most of their great talent. At PSI, we are committed to helping people meet their potential and we believe that promoting diversity, equity and inclusion is critical to our success. That’s why you’ll find these ideals are intrinsic to our company culture and applied throughout the employee lifecycle. Learn more about what we do at: https://www.psiexams.com/ The Threat, Vulnerability & Application Security Analyst is a dual-focus security practitioner responsible for identifying, assessing, and reducing risk across infrastructure, cloud, and application environments. This role combines enterprise threat and vulnerability management with hands-on application security oversight across the software development lifecycle (SDLC). The analyst correlates threat intelligence, asset inventory, vulnerability data, and application risk to inform security priorities, guide remediation, and continuously improve the organization’s security posture. A core responsibility is partnering closely with engineering, platform, and product teams to embed security earlier in development, reduce exploitable risk, and ensure compliance with internal security standards and external regulatory requirements. This role emphasizes automation, scalability, and pragmatism—driving measurable risk reduction through tooling, process improvements, and actionable security guidance. Success requires persistence, strong technical depth across AppSec and vulnerability domains, and the ability to translate risk into clear, prioritized actions for technical and non-technical stakeholders.   Role Responsibilities Drive continuous improvements in vulnerability management processes and tools by leveraging industry-leading technologies, automation, and data-driven insights.  Stay current on industry trends, emerging threats and best practices in vulnerability management and adapt the program accordingly.  Evaluate and recommend vulnerability management tools and technologies, ensuring the optimal balance of effectiveness and efficiency.  Develop and deliver regular metrics, reports, KPIs and presentations to executive leadership and key stakeholders, communicating the status and effectiveness of the vulnerability management program.  Assist in building a diverse vulnerability management program that covers secure software development lifecycle, patch governance, and application security.  Perform technical threat/risk and vulnerability assessments and manage vulnerabilities throughout their lifecycle.  Provide support and maintain tools required for the vulnerability management program.  Provide consultative support to operational teams on how to fix identified vulnerabilities. Own and evolve the Application Security program, integrating findings into the broader vulnerability management lifecycle. Perform and oversee application security assessments, including static (SAST), dynamic (DAST), software composition analysis (SCA), and manual secure code reviews where appropriate. Partner with development and DevOps teams to embed security into the SDLC, including CI/CD pipeline integrations and secure design reviews. Define and maintain application risk prioritization that considers exploitability, business impact, data sensitivity, and threat context. Review application architectures and threat models to proactively identify design-level security weaknesses. Establish and maintain secure coding standards aligned to OWASP Top 10 and industry best practices. Triage, validate, and manage application vulnerabilities through remediation and verification. Enable developer success through consultative AppSec support, clear remediation guidance, and security-by-design recommendations. Knowledge, Skills And Experience Requirements Core Security & Risk Strong understanding of information security risk measurement (qualitative and quantitative) to support effective prioritization. Working knowledge of industry security frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST CSF/800-53, ISO 27001, OWASP). Ability to correlate threat intelligence with vulnerability and application risk. Application Security (New / Expanded) Solid understanding of secure application development, including common programming languages, frameworks, and architectural patterns. Hands-on experience with Application Security testing methodologies, including: Static Application Security Testing (SAST) Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST) Software Composition Analysis (SCA) Familiarity with OWASP Top 10, API Security Top 10, and common application attack patterns. Experience integrating security scanning tools into CI/CD pipelines. Ability to perform threat modeling and design-level security assessments. Strong understanding of authentication, authorization, session management, and data protection controls within applications. Vulnerability & Threat Management Expertise in vulnerability management programs, including lifecycle management and remediation governance. Experience with vulnerability scanning and reporting tools (e.g., Qualys, Tenable, CrowdStrike, or equivalent). Familiarity with cyber threat intelligence services and the application of threat data to prioritization decisions. Broad technical knowledge of networks, operating systems, cloud platforms, and web applications Education And Experience 3+ years of combined experience in cybersecurity, application security, or vulnerability management. Prior experience working closely with software engineering or DevOps teams is strongly preferred. Ability to pass an IRS Clearance and Background Check REQUIRED Benefits & CultureRetirement Benefits: 401(k), pension, or country-specific retirement plans with employer contributions Generous Time Off: Enhanced paid time off/annual leave policies Health & Wellbeing Coverage: Medical insurance tailored to your region, plus:US: Dental, vision, life, and short-term disability insurance UK: Medical cashback plan including dental, vision, and income protection Flexible Spending Accounts (US) Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support whenever you need it Work-Life Balance: We understand life happens outside of work, and we fully support flexibility Wellness Culture: Regular global wellness initiatives to help you stay healthy and inspired Future Planning: Tools and support to help you grow personally and professionally Giving Back: Enjoy a Volunteer Day each year and opportunities to support our communities and industryAlongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, your future, and your sense of purpose.   At PSI, we’re more than just a workplace - we’re a global team driven by shared values and real impact. If you're ready to be part of a company that’s committed to your growth and well-being, we’d love to hear from you.