Application Security Engineer

Teamtailor
London
2 months ago
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As anApplication Security Engineer, you'll strengthen application security using SAST, DAST, and SCA, automate tasks with Python, Bash, and Go, and manage infrastructure with Terraform and Ansible. You'll collaborate with pentesters, handle vulnerabilities, and lead security initiatives independently while working closely with cross-functional teams to enhance overall security.

Your day-to-day


  • Ensure strong application security by overseeing the security framework and mitigating vulnerabilities;
  • Automate security in CI/CD pipelines, integrating SAST, DAST, and SCA for seamless protection;
  • Provide expert guidance to product engineers, enhancing application security with best practices;
  • Manage penetration testing and bug bounty programs, identifying and addressing security risks;
  • Develop engaging security training programs to foster awareness and best practices among engineers;
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers and system administrators, to strengthen security;
  • Stay ahead of emerging security trends and propose innovative solutions to enhance secure development processes.

Your background and mindset


  • At least 5 years of experience in cybersecurity engineering;
  • Expert knowledge of SAST, DAST, and SCA;
  • Proficient in scripting and automation, using languages like Python, Bash, and Go;
  • Experience with infrastructure management, including Terraform and Ansible;
  • Strong knowledge of AWS, microservices, and CI/CD solutions;
  • Experience collaborating with pentesters, researchers, and bug bounty programs;
  • Self-driven and able to prioritize tasks, managing them independently while delivering on commitments;
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills, capable of working with project teams, employees, and managers;
  • In-depth understanding of cybersecurity best practices and processes;
  • Fluent in English, both written and verbal;
  • Experience with languages like Elixir and Erlang is a plus.

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