**Application Security Engineer** **🚀** Location: Raleigh/Durham, NC - Hybrid Position Working 3 Days in Office and 2 days remote Do you have a passion for security and a drive to protect cutting-edge applications from evolving cyber threats? Join our team as an **Application Security Engineer** and play a pivotal role in strengthening the security posture of mission-critical applications and services. At **Pearson** , we believe security is not just a checkbox—it’s a mindset. We’re looking for a security champion who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys solving complex challenges, and wants to make a real impact on a global scale. **What You’ll Do** 🔹 **Be a Security Advocate** – Work alongside development, DevOps, and product teams to integrate security best practices across the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). 🔹 **Identify & Eliminate Threats** – Perform security reviews, threat modeling, and vulnerability assessments to uncover and mitigate risks before they become threats. 🔹 **Shape the Future of Application Security** – Define and implement security policies, controls, and standards to safeguard applications and data. 🔹 **Enhance Security Tooling** – Configure and optimize Web Application Firewalls (WAF), Runtime Application Self-Protection (RASP), and other security solutions. 🔹 **Stay Ahead of Cyber Threats** – Conduct research on emerging security trends and contribute to the continuous evolution of our security strategy. 🔹 **Empower Teams with Security Knowledge** – Coach developers on secure coding practices, helping them build security into every stage of development. **Why You’ll Love Working With Us** ✨ **Make a Real Impact** – Your expertise will directly contribute to securing applications used by millions. ✨ **Cutting-Edge Tech** – Work with the latest security tools and technologies in a dynamic, innovative environment. ✨ **Collaborative Culture** – Join a team that values knowledge sharing, continuous learning, and professional growth. ✨ **Career Growth Opportunities** – Expand your skill set and advance in your career with mentorship, training, and leadership opportunities. ✨ **Flexible Work Environment** – Work in a hybrid/remote-friendly setting that promotes work-life balance. **What We’re Looking For** ✅ Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field ✅ 3+ years of minimum work experience with strong understanding of secure coding practices, OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities, and security frameworks. ✅ Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, DevSecOps principles, and automation. ✅ Proficiency in scripting languages like Python for security tooling and automation. ✅ Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a security-first mindset. ✅ Hands-on experience with security tools like SAST, DAST, SCA. **Bonus Points (Not required, but nice to have!)** ➕ Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP). ➕ Knowledge of container security and serverless computing. 🚀 **Ready to take your security expertise to the next level? Join us and be a part of a team that’s building a more secure digital future. Apply today!** **Who we are:** At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. To learn more: We are Pearson. Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing TalentExperienceGlobalTeam@grp.pearson.com. **Job:** ENGINEERING **Organization:** Corporate Strategy & Technology **Schedule:** FULL\_TIME **Workplace Type:** **Req ID:** 18391