Application Security Engineer: Cloud & Secure DevOps

Softcat plc; Manchester, Marlow, Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Manchester is seeking an Application Security Engineer to enhance application security practices. You will collaborate with development teams to implement secure coding standards and utilize tools for vulnerability management. Ideal candidates will have mid-level experience in DevOps and strong knowledge of cloud security. This role offers a hybrid working model and a supportive, flexible work environment, aimed at fostering professional development. Apply now to become part of an innovative technology team.

Benefits

Pension

Share incentive plan

Life Assurance

Holiday & Trips

Vouchers

Partner/Family Benefits

Maternity, Paternity and Adoption support

Qualifications

• Experience in secure coding and application security.
• Hands-on knowledge of vulnerability management tools.
• Understanding cloud security policies and practices.

Responsibilities

• Establish secure coding guidelines with development teams.
• Ensure effective utilization of SAST, DAST, and SCA technologies.
• Identify security vulnerabilities and devise mitigation strategies.
• Support teams in cloud security best practices.

Skills

Mid-level experience in DevOps / DevSecOps / Application Security roles

Strong understanding of secure coding principles and application security

Hands-on experience with enterprise data protection and vulnerability management tools

Familiarity with cloud security policy configuration

Proficiency in Java

Proficiency in C#

Proficiency in .NET

Proficiency in Python

Familiarity with Terraform

Experience with AI tools for code analysis or automation

Job description

A leading technology company in Manchester is seeking an Application Security Engineer to enhance application security practices. You will collaborate with development teams to implement secure coding standards and utilize tools for vulnerability management. Ideal candidates will have mid-level experience in DevOps and strong knowledge of cloud security. This role offers a hybrid working model and a supportive, flexible work environment, aimed at fostering professional development. Apply now to become part of an innovative technology team.