Application Security Specialist

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

Job summary

A leading client in the tech sector seeks an experienced Application Security Specialist for a 6-month contract based in Luton with hybrid work options. This role requires a strong background in security practices and API management, offering a competitive daily rate. The ideal candidate will have expertise in risk assessment and the ability to communicate technical risks effectively to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience in SDLC-focused roles required.
• Deep understanding of security frameworks and risk management necessary.
• Familiarity with API security specific practices.

Responsibilities

• Review applications for security vulnerabilities using specified frameworks.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to convey technical risks in business terms.
• Produce risk-related reports for APIs.

Skills

Security and Development background

OWASP API Top 10

Review Swagger/Open API specs

Fallback controls

SIEM/logging tools

NIST, OWASP SAMM

Risk dashboards/reports

Translate technical risks

Large-scale environments

Job description

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Application Security Specialist, luton, bedfordshire

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Client:

Korn Ferry

Location:

luton, bedfordshire, 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 : )