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Remote Software Security Jobs in Washington, DC (NOW HIRING)

Remote (Quantico, VA and other areas within DMV) Duration: Long Term Contract Required skills/Level of Experience: * Active TS w/ SCI eligibility * 10+ years in cybersecurity engineering or security ...

Hybrid 3 days onsite / 2 days remote in either Tysons Corner, VA or Rockville, MD Our client seeks ... Software development background is a plus. * Experience implementing security solutions ...

This is a fully remote position for candidates in the continental U.S., with work hours aligned to ... S. citizen and eligible for a government security clearance (Secret Clearance). Bonus Experience

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How much do remote software security jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote software security in Washington, DC is $158,110.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $131,400.00 and $181,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Software Security vs Remote Application Security?

AspectRemote Software SecurityRemote Application Security
CertificationsCompTIA Security+, CISSP, CEHOWASP, CSSLP, CISSP
Work EnvironmentSecurity teams, development teams, remoteDevelopment teams, security teams, remote
Industry UsageIT, cybersecurity, software companiesSoftware development, cybersecurity, tech firms

Remote Software Security focuses on protecting entire software systems and infrastructure, including security protocols and threat mitigation. Remote Application Security specifically targets securing individual applications, ensuring code safety and vulnerability management. Both roles often overlap but differ in scope, with software security covering broader system security and application security concentrating on specific software products.

Software Security Engineer

Hirekeyz Inc

Quantico, VA • Remote

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Re-posted 18 days ago


Job description

Role: Software Security Engineer

Location: Remote (Quantico, VA and other areas within DMV)

Duration: Long Term Contract

Job Description:

Required skills/Level of Experience:

  • Active TS w/ SCI eligibility
  • 10+ years in cybersecurity engineering or security engineer roles
  • CISSP
  • Experience supporting ATO processes and implementing security controls
  • Strong understanding of federal security frameworks and NBIS requirements
  • Skilled in container security and cloud-native security practices
  • Familiarity with vulnerability scanning, monitoring, and remediation tools
  • Ability to collaborate across technical and compliance teams
  • Familiarity with Zero Trust principles and continuous monitoring
  • Proficient in documenting security architecture and control implementation
  • Bachelor’s in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
  • CISSP Certification
  • CompTIA Sec+ certification

Nice to have skills:

  • 5+ years supporting security in cloud migration or modernization projects
  • Experience with DevSecOps pipelines and automated security tooling