API / Web Application Security Specialist | Remote Contract

JR United Kingdom; Bradford; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a mid-level API / Web Application Security Specialist for a remote contract. This role involves ensuring application security, reviewing API specifications for vulnerabilities, and collaborating with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will possess deep knowledge of OWASP and experience in security frameworks and reporting.

Qualifications

• Mid-level experience required.
• Able to collaborate with key stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Work remotely on API & Application Security.
• Conduct reviews for vulnerabilities and produce reports.

Skills

Deep knowledge of OWASP API Top 10

Review Swagger/Open API specs for vulnerabilities

Familiar with fallback controls (WAFs, API gateways)

Using SIEM/logging tools to track API threats

Familiarity with security frameworks (NIST, OWASP SAMM)

Producing risk dashboards/reports for APIs

Translate technical risks into business language

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API / Web Application Security Specialist | Remote Contract, bradford

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Client:

Korn Ferry

Location:

bradford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Application Security Specialist

Our client is looking to hire mid-level API & Application Security Specialist to join them on a 6-month initial contract, to work remotely with some occasional trips to the London site.

This role will be operating INSIDE IR35

Key Skills Required:

• Deep knowledge of OWASP API Top 10
• Able to review Swagger/Open API specs for vulnerabilities
• Familiar with fallback controls such as WAF's, API gateways
• Experience using SIEM/logging tools to track API threats
• Familiarity with NIST, OWASP SAMM, or internal security frameworks
• Experience producing risk dashboards/reports for API's
• Able to translate technical risks into business language, collaborating with key stakeholders

If interested in this role, please apply today : )