Job Description

On behalf of our Public Sector Client, Ignite Technical Resources is recruiting for a Security Engineer to join our Client's team on a Contract basis. This role is Hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days remote) and the Client is based in Richmond, BC.
Summary of the Role
The Security Engineer will be a key member of the DevSecOps team, focused on embedding security throughout the software development lifecycle. This includes threat modeling, secure design and code reviews, penetration testing, and integration of security tools into CI/CD pipelines. The role supports secure architecture design and ensures compliance with security policies.
Duties & Responsibilities
Perform secure code reviews, secure design reviews, and penetration testing (black and white box).
Conduct threat modeling during product/application design and architecture.
Implement SCA/SAST/DAST tools and integrate them into CI/CD pipelines.
Maintain Azure security policies and ensure secure cloud deployments.
Develop and sustain security building blocks across the DevOps lifecycle.
Manage vulnerability and risk management processes throughout SDLC.
Define security controls and consult on user stories for secure design.
Deliver secure coding and hacking technique training to developers.
Lead POC and deployment of new security technologies.
Participate in incident response and monitor security throughout development.
Core Requirements
Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM field
Minimum of 6 years in progressively complex security engineering roles
Relevant security certification (e.g., CISSP, CEH)
Expertise in SCA/SAST/DAST, threat modeling, penetration testing, and layered security controls
Knowledge of AI technologies security design and controls
Desired Skills & Experience
Experience embedding security tools in CI/CD environments
Strong manual code review and architecture design skills
Familiarity with Azure cloud security
Background in conducting secure design reviews
Ability to coordinate with DevOps teams to integrate secure practices
Terms
This is a 12-month contract role based in Richmond, BC, with a hybrid work arrangement of 3 days onsite and 2 days remote per week. The successful candidate will be required to undergo both a reference check and a background check prior to receiving an offer.
About Ignite Technical: Based in Vancouver and proudly Canadian, Ignite Technical Resources has been providing Top Technical Talent to organizations across Canada since 2005.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Ignite Technical is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, national origin, or age.
Work Permits: Please note that Ignite's Clients require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.
Further Consideration: We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.
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