Application Security Engineer

The Role

The Application Security Engineer will play a vital role in securing our software applications. Responsibilities include identifying and prioritising security vulnerabilities in collaboration with development teams, implementing robust security controls, and guiding developers on secure coding practices. This position is ideal for a developer interested in transitioning to a security role or a Penetration Tester seeking new challenges.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Identifying and assessing security risks in software applications.
• Implementing security controls and best practices to mitigate identified risks.
• Providing guidance and training to development teams on secure coding practices and techniques.
• Working closely with development teams to integrate security into the software development lifecycle.
• Proactively working with engineering teams to address vulnerabilities.
• Contribute to the overall cybersecurity strategy.

What We’re Looking For

• Understanding of application security principles
• Experience of secure software development methodologies
• Experience with secure coding practices, code reviews and vulnerability assessment tools.
• Understanding of OWASP, MITRE Framework & other compliance frameworks.
• A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous learning, improvement and staying up-to-date with the latest security threats and vulnerabilities.
• Experience with C# and .NET development is desirable but not essential.
• Strong understanding of application security concepts and best practices.
• Knowledge of Static Application Security Testing (SAST), Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST), Software Composition Analysis (SCA), and API Security Testing.
• A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous learning and improvement.

What You’ll Get In Return

We try not to take ourselves too seriously (all the time) so we make sure our office is decked out with a pool table, arcade machine, beer tap, and a couple of office dogs thrown in for good measure.

🏥 Private Healthcare, Worldwide Travel Insurance And Dental Cover Through Vitality
🎁 Anniversary Rewards (£250, £500, £750, 4-Week Fully Paid Sabbatical)
👛 Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme up to 7% match
🏖️ 28 Days Holiday (Plus Bank Holidays)
📖 Annual Learning Budget
👪 Enhanced Parental Leave
🚲 Cycle to Work Scheme
🚂 Season Ticket Loan
💬 6 Free therapy Sessions Annually
🐶 Dog Friendly Offices
🍫 Free Drinks And Snacks In Our Offices