Join Our Team at Holland & Barrett!

Do you have the skills to fill this role Read the complete details below, and make your application today.Are you passionate about application security and eager to make a meaningful impact? Holland & Barrett is seeking an

Application Security Specialist

to help us enhance our security practices and ensure the integrity of our applications. If you're an experienced professional ready to collaborate across teams and drive security initiatives, we want to hear from you!Key Responsibilities:

Security Strategy:

Help define and execute the Holland & Barrett application security strategy. Collaborate with both tech and non-tech teams to integrate security principles into the early stages of product design and development.Secure SLDC:

Establish a secure Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) that enables development teams to deliver high-quality applications quickly while implementing essential controls for software integrity, authenticity, and third-party library management.Risk Assessments:

Conduct risk assessments, threat modeling, and architecture reviews alongside development teams, producing artifacts to drive the implementation of effective security controls.Standards Development:

Own the creation and maintenance of tailored security standards and guidelines, developing reusable resources for various development teams.Team Support:

Provide guidance and support to development teams on secure software production practices and flaw mitigation strategies.Key Requirements:Essential:

5+ years of experience in application security, with at least 3+ years in software development.Strong understanding of application security concepts, including secure coding practices, threat modeling, vulnerability management, and access control mechanisms.Experience with AWS, Kubernetes, Service Mesh, and API Security (including authentication and authorization).Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, JavaScript, GoLang, and Rust.Familiarity with Agile methodologies like SCRUM, along with proven project management skills to oversee multiple security projects simultaneously.Desired:

Independent, proactive, and detail-oriented, with a commitment to maintaining high security standards.Strong communication and interpersonal skills, facilitating effective collaboration with both technical and non-technical teams.Why Holland & Barrett? At Holland & Barrett, we are dedicated to promoting health and well-being while ensuring the highest standards of data and application security. Join our team and contribute to a culture that prioritizes security and excellence in a forward-thinking company.Ready to Make an Impact? If you're excited about enhancing application security and driving best practices, apply now! We look forward to welcoming you to our team.What we offer:

Pension company contribution = 3%Incentive scheme up to 10% of annual salary , based on company performance.Your wellbeing is paramount so you can get away and take

33 Days Holiday per year .Private Medical Care

(Self after 1 year).Learning and Development opportunity

with Holland & Barrett is a great base for career development long term.Career progression.Refer and Earn Scheme

- as we're growing you can earn money by referring people to join us from your network.Epic Extras

gives you access to exclusive benefits, free advice and savings from a range of retailers and providers.Stay healthy with Discounted Products

- from day one you'll get a 25% discount (on top of other promotions) when you shop at H&B on anything that you buy.We all need a little help sometimes, so we offer

Free 24/7 Confidential Advice & Colleague Welfare .Mental Health First Aiders

- we have lots of qualified Mental Health First Aiders because it's all about your health & wellbeing.Stay active in the

Onsite Gym

at our Nuneaton Hub!We have

colleague Reward and Recognition Schemes , so your hard work and loyalty won't go unnoticed.And many more!We're passionate about helping every colleague thrive across all dimensions of wellbeing, and we're committed to having a diverse and inclusive workplace. In line with our EPIC values (Expertise, Pioneering, Inclusive, Caring), we embrace and actively celebrate all our colleagues' unique and varying experiences, backgrounds, identities and cultures - I am me, we are H&B.Holland & Barrett does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms/recruiters. Please do not forward resumes to our job alias, employees, or any other company location. Holland & Barrett is not and will not be responsible for any fees if a candidate submitted by a search firm/recruiter unless otherwise agreed with respect to specific open position(s).

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