API Security Engineer

About the role

For our client, we are seeking a API Security Engineer to join the team of a leader in the Finance & Insurance space. This role will help shape and strengthen the organization's API security posture across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments. The position will partner closely with engineering teams to reduce risk, improve visibility into API traffic, and advance secure design practices. It is well suited for a hands-on security professional who can combine application security expertise with practical defensive engineering. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available.

Pay

Compensation: $116,000 – $216,000 annually.

Responsibilities

• Design and deploy enterprise API security controls across various environments
• Conduct continuous API discovery and maintain an accurate security posture
• Analyze API traffic and identify security vulnerabilities through proactive measures
• Integrate API security findings with organizational incident response and threat detection systems
• Establish eBPF-based security agents for enhanced visibility and monitoring of API communications
• Perform application security assessments leveraging automated and manual techniques
• Collaborate with developers to remediate vulnerabilities and enhance security practices

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in API security and application security
• Hands-on expertise with WAF/WAAP technologies
• Proficiency in deploying and managing security in cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments
• Experience in threat modeling and security architecture reviews
• Familiarity with integration of security platforms with API gateways and middleware technologies
• Strong understanding of OWASP security principles
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional engineering teams

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
• Professional development opportunities including training and certifications
• Paid time off including vacation and sick leave
• Flexible work options with a focus on in-office presence where necessary