Application Security Specialist

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

Job summary

A leading client is seeking an experienced Application Security Specialist on a 6-month contract based in Leeds, focusing on enhancing API security. The role involves deep knowledge of security controls and collaboration with stakeholders to mitigate risks within their applications. Suitable candidates are encouraged to apply for this opportunity.

Qualifications

• Experience in SDLC-focused roles.
• Ability to review and identify vulnerabilities in API specifications.
• Experience of producing risk management documents.

Responsibilities

• Work on application security, focusing on API vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to address technical risks.
• Produce dashboards and reports for API risk management.

Skills

Security and Development background

OWASP API Top 10

Swagger/Open API specs review

WAF's and API gateways

SIEM/logging tools

NIST, OWASP SAMM

Risk dashboards/reports

Translating technical risks

Large-scale enterprise environments

Job description

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Application Security Specialist, leeds, west yorkshire

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Client:

Korn Ferry

Location:

leeds, west yorkshire, 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 : )