Application Security Analyst - 18 Month Fixed Term Contract

Rest; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

5 Rest Days (wellbeing days)

Paid parental leave (22 weeks)

AI & Data Academy

Learning and development opportunities

Income Protection Insurance

Job summary

Rest, one of Australia’s largest profit-to-member super funds, invites applications for an Application Security Analyst on an 18 month fixed term contract. The role is based in Sydney or Melbourne with a hybrid mix of CBD office and remote work, focusing on securing applications, APIs and software delivery.

You’ll partner with engineering, architecture and product teams to embed secure-by-design practices, strengthen threat modelling, and drive secure SDLC and DevSecOps across cloud-native

Qualifications

• Experience in application security, DevSecOps in enterprise environments.
• Experience with app security assessments across web apps, APIs and cloud-native.
• Knowledge of OWASP Top 10, threat modelling, vulnerability management and secure SDLC.
• Hands-on with SAST/DAST/SCA and API security testing tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead application security assessments across web apps, APIs and cloud-based services.
• Embed security into solution design through threat modelling and secure-by-design practices.
• Validate, prioritise and manage findings with risk-based remediation guidance.
• Drive effectiveness of tooling: SAST, DAST, SCA, API security testing and secrets detection.
• Promote secure SDLC and DevSecOps within CI/CD pipelines and software delivery processes.
• Coordinate penetration testing activities and oversee remediation outcomes.
• Develop and maintain application security standards, guardrails and secure development practices.
• Provide security guidance to developers, engineers and security champions.
• Support security incident investigations related to application vulnerabilities.
• Deliver application security reporting, metrics and insights.

Skills

Application security

DevSecOps

Threat modelling

Secure SDLC

CI/CD practices

Cloud platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT

Tools

SAST tools

DAST tools

SCA tools

API security testing

Secrets detection

Job description

We’ve been around since 1988, and today we’re one of Australia’s largest profit‑to‑member super funds.

That means everything we do is focused on delivering better outcomes for our members – not shareholders.

Please note Rest does not accept speculative resumes from recruitment agencies

Closing date: 30th September 2026

Job Description

• Shape and strengthen application security across Rest, one of Australia's largest profit‑to‑member super funds
• Drive secure‑by‑design practices across modern cloud, API and DevSecOps environments
• Partner with engineering, architecture and product teams to improve security outcomes at scale
• Sydney or Melbourne Located - Hybrid Working - Blend of CBD Office and Remote

At Rest, we help more than 2 million Australians to build a better financial future. With around $112 billion in funds under management, we focus on delivering strong long‑term outcomes for our members — from their first job through to retirement*. Your best at Rest means focusing on what matters, being trusted to get on with it, and knowing your work genuinely makes a difference. That’s how we operate every day, guided by our values: Be Daring, Keep It Simple, Take Action and Have Grit.

Join us as an Application Security Analyst on an 18 Month Fixed Term Contract. This is your opportunity to make a real contribution to the financial wellbeing of millions of Australians.

About the role

At Rest, we’re committed to helping our members achieve a better retirement. As our Application Security Analyst, you’ll play a critical role in strengthening the security of our applications, APIs and software delivery practices.

Working closely with engineering, architecture, product and technology teams, you’ll lead application security initiatives, embed security into the development lifecycle, and provide pragmatic, risk‑based guidance that supports secure delivery and innovation.

What you’ll do

• Lead application security assessments across web applications, APIs and cloud‑based services, identifying risks and recommending appropriate treatment plans.
• Partner with engineering and architecture teams to embed security into solution design through threat modelling and secure‑by‑design practices.
• Validate, prioritise and manage application security findings, providing risk‑based remediation guidance and distinguishing genuine risks from false positives.
• Drive the effectiveness and continuous improvement of application security tooling, including SAST, DAST, SCA, API security testing and secrets detection.
• Promote secure SDLC and DevSecOps practices, integrating security controls into CI/CD pipelines and software delivery processes.
• Coordinate penetration testing activities, validate findings and oversee remediation outcomes.
• Develop and maintain application security standards, guardrails and secure development practices.
• Provide security guidance, education and enablement to developers, engineers and security champions.
• Support security incident investigations where application vulnerabilities or insecure design may be contributing factors.
• Deliver application security reporting, metrics and insights, highlighting emerging risks, remediation performance and overall security posture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (relevant work experience may be considered).

Required experience, understanding or credentials including:

• Experience in application security, DevSecOps or secure software development within a complex enterprise environment, together with:
• Experience conducting application security assessments across web applications, APIs and cloud‑native environments.
• Strong knowledge of OWASP Top 10, secure coding principles, threat modelling, vulnerability management and secure SDLC practices.
• Hands‑on experience with application security tools including SAST, DAST, SCA, API security testing and secrets detection.
• Knowledge of application security assurance frameworks and standards such as OWASP ASVS, OWASP SAMM, NIST CSF and APRA CPS 234.
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines, software delivery practices and cloud platforms, ideally AWS.
• Familiarity with modern application architectures, including APIs, microservices and cloud‑native environments.
• Awareness of software supply chain risks, open‑source dependency management and security considerations for AI‑enabled solutions.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to translate technical findings into clear, practical recommendations.
• Experience partnering with developers, engineers, architects and delivery teams to improve security outcomes while supporting business objectives.
• Relevant security certifications are welcomed but not essential.

Why Rest?

At Rest, you’ll be part of a collaborative and inclusive culture where your work has meaningful impact. You’ll have the opportunity to influence how security is embedded across our technology landscape while helping protect the services and experiences our members rely on every day.

Additional Information

What you’ll find at Rest

• Hybrid working
• 5 Rest Days (wellbeing days) each year in addition to annual leave
• Eligible employees are entitled to 22 weeks paid parental leave (gender neutral)
• Continued super contributions during parental leave
• Learning and development opportunities, including AI & Data Academy, leadership programs, LinkedIn Learning, study assistance and professional memberships
• Income Protection Insurance
• Option to purchase additional leaveRecognition through our Rest Excellence Awards

Rest is committed to creating a flexible work environment and culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion - where people feel welcome, safe to be themselves and inspired to do their best.

We value the different backgrounds, lived experiences and abilities our diverse team brings. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all ages, cultural backgrounds, faiths, gender identities, sexual orientations and thinking styles. This includes people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples and those with disrupted work history due to career or other breaks.

We welcome applications from all candidates. To be considered, you will need the right to work in Australia.

*Funds under management as at 30 June 2026. Rest is recognised as a superannuation leader across a range of areas including performance, responsible investment and member value. Find out more at https://rest.com.au/why-rest/awards.