Application Security Specialist

JR United Kingdom; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Application Security Specialist for a 6-month contract in Coventry. The role involves enhancing application security practices and requires deep knowledge of OWASP standards. Candidates should be adept at reviewing API vulnerabilities and communicating risks effectively.

Qualifications

• Experienced Application Security Specialist needed for a 6-month contract.
• Strong background in security within SDLC roles is essential.
• Familiarity with various security frameworks and a strong understanding of API vulnerabilities required.

Responsibilities

• Work on security measures within the application lifecycle.
• Review API specs and identify vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to communicate risks.

Skills

Security and Development background

Knowledge of OWASP API Top 10

Review Swagger/Open API specs

Fallback controls knowledge

Experience using SIEM/logging tools

Familiarity with NIST, OWASP SAMM

Producing risk dashboards/reports

Translate technical risks

Experience in enterprise environments

Job description

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Application Security Specialist, coventry

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Client:

Korn Ferry

Location:

coventry, 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 : )