Application Security Engineer

Reference: 001_1778608619

Application Security Engineer

ZZP / Freelance

Industry: AAA Gaming Studio
Location: Fully Remote (Netherlands)
Contract Length: 12-18 months

About the Role

A fast‑growing gaming studio is looking for an Application Security Engineer to embed secure development practices into their high‑velocity game and platform engineering teams. You'll help secure game engines, back‑end services, and player‑facing APIs used by millions worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct secure code reviews and help dev teams fix vulnerabilities.
  • Integrate SAST, SCA, and DAST tools into build pipelines.
  • Perform threat modelling on gameplay features and backend microservices.
  • Respond to application‑level vulnerabilities and guide remediation efforts.
  • Promote a developer‑friendly security culture within the studio.

Skills & Experience

  • Strong experience with modern languages (C++, C#, Go, Python).
  • Solid understanding of CI/CD security and cloud-native app security.
  • Gaming sector experience is a bonus, not a requirement.

GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

COMPETITIVE SALARY

Netherlands (Kingdom of the)

Freelance

Added 12/05/2026
Reference: 001_1778608619

Application Security Engineer

Netherlands (Kingdom of the)
Freelance

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