Application Security Specialist

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

Job summary

A leading client is seeking an experienced Application Security Specialist for a 6-month hybrid contract based in Wolverhampton. The role involves securing application development processes, particularly APIs, and requires a robust background in security best practices. This position offers a competitive daily rate, emphasizing collaboration and the ability to translate technical details into business context.

Qualifications

• Experience required in SDLC-focused security roles.
• Ability to assess API vulnerabilities strongly preferred.
• Familiar with enterprise-scale security practices.

Responsibilities

• Work on a hybrid model focusing on application security.
• Engage with stakeholders to discuss technical risks.
• Produce risk assessments for APIs and monitor threats.

Skills

Security and Development background

OWASP API Top 10 knowledge

Review Swagger/Open API specs

Fallback controls familiarity

SIEM/logging tools usage

NIST, OWASP SAMM familiarity

Risk dashboards/reports production

Business language translation of risks

Enterprise environment experience

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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 : )