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WAF Engineer Security SME (Web Application Firewall)
Posted 3 days ago by Thrive IT Systems Ltd
The roleThis role will play a critical role in enhancing our Web Application Firewall WAF across multiple solutions and...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Not specified
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Sheffield, United Kingdom
Remote Opportunity || Application security engineer with Cloudflare || Contract
Posted 4 days ago by SR Partners LLC
Job DescriptionAlong with technical skills, the roll requires:Customer handling skill sets to engage in consultative dis...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location Remote or Arkansas
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CVE & Application Security AI Task Auditor - Freelance AI Trainer Project
Posted 4 days ago by Jobgether
AccountabilitiesEvaluate CVE and application security tasks to determine whether they are technically accurate, realisti...
- Rate £100 per hour
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location United Kingdom
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Application & AI Security Engineer - 6 months | Covnetry, UK (3 days/week in off...
Posted 5 days ago by Hamilton Barnes
Key ResponsibilitiesSupport administration, configuration, and optimisation of Azure WAF and AWS WAF policies and contro...
- Rate £400 per day
- Category Not specified
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Coventry, Warwickshire
100% Remote: Application Security Technical Writer / Playbook Engineer/06+ Month...
Posted 1 week ago by Dexperts Inc
Core ResponsibilitiesWe are looking for an Application Security professional with strong technical writing skills to dev...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location Remote
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Application Security Engineer DevSecOps and CICD
Posted 1 week ago by NITYA Software Solutions, Inc.
Education RequirementsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related fieldPrefe...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location Remote or Texas
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About Our Application Security Contract Roles
What does a application security contractor do?
Application Security contractors are engaged to identify, assess, and help remediate security vulnerabilities within software applications across the development lifecycle. The work spans a range of activities including secure code review, penetration testing of web and mobile applications, threat modelling, security architecture review, and the integration of security practices into DevSecOps pipelines. Application Security contractors are brought in when organisations need specialist security expertise that their development teams do not hold, when a specific application requires a security assessment ahead of launch, or when a security remediation programme requires dedicated resource.
Technical skills in Application Security contracting are deep and specialised. Contractors need strong knowledge of the OWASP Top 10 and broader application vulnerability classes, hands-on experience with penetration testing tools such as Burp Suite, and the ability to conduct both manual and automated security assessments of web applications, APIs, and mobile applications. Experience reviewing code for security issues across languages such as Java, Python, JavaScript, or .NET is a common requirement. For DevSecOps-focused roles, knowledge of integrating security tooling into CI/CD pipelines using tools such as SonarQube, Snyk, or Checkmarx is increasingly required. Relevant certifications including OSCP, CEH, or GWAPT are well regarded and frequently listed as requirements.
What is the market like for application security contractors?
Application Security contracting is a high-demand specialist market, driven by the increasing pace of software delivery and the growing recognition that security must be embedded in development processes rather than applied retrospectively. The shift towards DevSecOps across technology organisations is creating sustained demand for contractors who can work within agile engineering teams as well as conducting standalone assessments. Financial services, fintech, and e-commerce organisations are among the most active buyers, though demand is growing across all sectors that handle sensitive data or operate regulated digital services. Supply of experienced Application Security contractors remains limited relative to demand, supporting strong rate levels.
How much do application security contractors usually earn?
Contract rates for application security roles typically range from £550 to £950 per day, depending on the scope of the role, required expertise, and the delivery expectations of the engagement.
How many application security vacancies are there on Quality Contracts?
Over the past twelve months, we have tracked over 150 application security contract roles across the site. Data reviewed up to August 2026.