Application Security Specialist

JR United Kingdom; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Belfast is seeking an experienced Application Security Specialist for a 6-month contract. The role involves working hybrid (London, remote) with key responsibilities in API security, risk management, and collaboration with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will possess a strong background in security and development, particularly focused on the SDLC.

Qualifications

• Experience in SDLC-focused roles with a strong security background.
• Experience in making risk assessments and using security frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Review API specs for vulnerabilities and collaborating with stakeholders.
• Produce risk dashboards and track API threats using SIEM tools.

Skills

Security and Development

OWASP API Top 10

Swagger/Open API specs review

WAFs

SIEM/logging tools

NIST

OWASP SAMM

Risk dashboards/reports

Technical risk translation

Enterprise environments

Job description

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Client:

Korn Ferry

Location:

belfast, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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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 an experienced Application Security Specialist to join them on a 6-month initial contract, to work on a hybrid (London, remote), inside IR35 model.

The pay rate for this role will be circa £650 per day, inside IR35

Key Skills Required:

• Strong Security and Development background, in SDLC-focused roles
• 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
• Experience in large-scale, enterprise environments is a big plus

If interested in this role, please apply today : )