Application Security Engineer

Intermedia; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Intermedia in the United Kingdom is seeking an Applications Security Engineer to strengthen the security of our cloud-based products. You will act as the voice of security across engineering teams and guide the SDLC to build secure software.

You will review designs, run static and dynamic assessments, and coordinate remediation with DevOps. The role requires 3–5 years in app security, and a degree in a related field. Strong English communication and cloud experience are essential.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in application security.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field.
• Knowledge of secure coding practices and OWASP.
• Familiarity with SDLC and DevSecOps.
• Experience identifying AI threats.

Responsibilities

• Perform design and architecture review of new features, suggest security requirements
• Collaborate with DevOps and engineering teams on security features in SDLC
• Utilize static security scanning tools, review findings and coordinate remediation actions
• Perform ongoing manual security assessments
• Review the results of external penetration tests and communicate fixes to development teams
• Provide on-demand support on application security topics
• Drive process improvement ideas
• Assist with vetting and intake of defects from 3rd party security researchers via Bug Bounty program

Skills

Application security

Security architecture

SDLC / DevSecOps

OWASP knowledge

Cloud security (AWS/Azure)

Python

Communication skills

Penetration testing coordination

Bug bounty familiarity

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in related field

Tools

BurpSuite

ZAP

Snyk

Job description

Application Security Engineer

Department: IT Business Systems & Security

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: United Kingdom

Reporting To: Michela D'Errico

Description

About Intermedia

Are you looking for a company where YOUR VOICE is heard? Where you can MAKE A DIFFERENCE? Do you THRIVE in a FAST-PACED work environment? Do you wake every morning EXCITED to work with GREAT PEOPLE and create SUCCESS TOGETHER? Then Intermedia is the place for you.

Intermedia has established itself as a leading provider of cloud communications and collaboration tech that allows companies to connect better. We have a strong track record of growth, profitability, and creating an environment where everyone matters. Everyone. While we are fast-paced and admittedly a bit intense, we promise that you won’t be bored. You will find Intermedia is a place where you can indulge your passion for creating and supporting great cloud technology. What’s more, we always look to promote from within and have many employees who have been with us 10, 15, and 20+ years!

Culture at Intermedia is built on teamwork and transparency. We hold each other accountable and always have each other’s back!

Are you ready to make your mark?

Intermedia has a wide portfolio of internally developed application software, ranging from web and desktop apps to lower level PBX solutions. Due to the growing demand for integrating security activities into diverse development processes, Intermedia is looking for an experienced and self-motivated Application Security Engineer to help us deliver built-in security to our products. As part of the Global Security team, you will support our company wide application security program, helping the company build secure products. You will be the voice of security for all things related to application security to our spectrum of engineering teams, guiding the architecture and execution of our SDLC throughout the enterprise. This position is an individual contributor role, reporting directly to the Manager, Application Security.

What you will be doing:

• Perform design and architecture review of new features, suggest security requirements
• Collaborate with DevOps and engineering teams, advising on security features and best practices in SDLC
• Utilize static security scanning tools, review findings and coordinate remediation actions
• Perform ongoing manual security assessments
• Review the results of external penetration tests and communicate suggested fixes to development teams
• Provide on-demand support on application security topics
• Drive process improvement ideas
• Assist with vetting and intake of defects from 3rd party security researchers via our Bug Bounty program

What you will bring to the role:

• 3 - 5 years of experience in the application security field
• Bachelors or Master Degree in related field of expertise
• Knowledge of secure coding best practices and industry standards (such as OWASP) and the ability to apply them to different programming languages
• Familiarity with SDLC and DevSecOps concepts and hands-on experience in implementing them
• Knowledge and/or hands on experience with identifying A.I. threats in a security landscape
• Experience in using static and dynamic security scanning tools (such as BurpSuite, ZAP, and Snyk, or other related technologies)
• Experience with programming languages such as Python is preferred
• Ability to explain application security threats and mitigation options to both developers and project managers
• Good communication skills in written and verbal English
• Experience and/or knowledge in securing applications within cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Participation in CTF challenges and bug-bounty programs

Diversity, Inclusion, and Equal Opportunity

We hire, promote, and compensate employees based on their ability to perform their job responsibilities, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, citizenship, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by applicable law (collectively referred to in our Code of Conduct as “Protected Classes”). We do not tolerate employment discrimination in the workplace, and we are committed to making reasonable accommodations for identified disabilities or other limitations as required by all applicable laws. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.