Skill
Secure Coding
Cybersecurity
Secure coding refers to the practice of writing software in ways that proactively prevent security vulnerabilities, such as SQL injection, cross-site scripting, buffer overflows, and insecure data handling. Developers apply secure coding standards and guidelines, like those from OWASP, and use practices such as input validation, proper authentication, and encryption to reduce the risk of exploitation. It's an increasingly essential skill for software engineers, especially those working on applications that handle sensitive data or are exposed to the internet.
Open roles requiring Secure Coding (3)
IT Cybersecurity Specialist (DEV/DTA)
U.S. Secret Service
Washington, DC · $143,913 – $187,093
This U.S. Secret Service role combines software development with database administration and cybersecurity oversight, suited for someone who can architect and secure applications while also managing data systems and leading security assessments.
Via USAJOBS · Apply there ↗
Software Engineer, Security Agents
Cohere
Full-time · United States, Canada · $195 – $415,000 · Remote
Cohere is seeking a senior engineer to build autonomous AI agents that help security teams automate critical tasks like alert triage, threat modeling, and vulnerability assessment. This role suits experienced backend engineers with strong Python skills and security expertise who want to work at the intersection of AI and enterprise security.
Listed on Cohere’s careers site · Apply there ↗
Session Lead (External Contractor) - Integrated Application Security Services Nanodegree Session lead(India)
Udacity
Contract · Remote
Udacity seeks an experienced security professional to lead weekly virtual sessions for learners in their Application Security Nanodegree program, guiding students through hands-on technical work and answering their questions throughout the week. This role suits someone with strong penetration testing and secure coding expertise who enjoys teaching and can work flexibly as an independent contractor.
Listed on Udacity’s careers site · Apply there ↗
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