Application Security Specialist

JR United Kingdom; Maidstone; Hybrid; GBP 169,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeking an experienced Application Security Specialist for a 6-month initial contract. The role involves ensuring security within the application lifecycle, focusing on APIs, and requires collaboration with business stakeholders. Ideal for candidates with a strong security background and API knowledge in hybrid settings.

Qualifications

• Strong background in Security and Development, particularly in SDLC-focused roles.
• Deep understanding of API vulnerabilities (OWASP API Top 10).
• Experience in large-scale enterprise environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Working on hybrid security for applications over a 6-month contract.
• Reviewing API specs and handling security vulnerabilities.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to communicate technical risks.

Skills

Security and Development background

Knowledge of OWASP API Top 10

API vulnerability review

Fallback controls knowledge

Experience with SIEM/logging tools

Familiarity with security frameworks

Risk reporting for APIs

Effective communication

Job description

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Application Security Specialist, maidstone

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Client:

Korn Ferry

Location:

maidstone, 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 : )