Application Security Consultant

Job Opportunity: Application Security Specialist

Our client is a leading company in cybersecurity, part of an international group, with a strong presence in the Italian market. The company specializes in advanced solutions for application, infrastructure, and industrial security, supporting enterprise clients in protecting their most critical digital assets.

Responsibilities include:

1. Performing vulnerability assessments and penetration tests on web and mobile applications as part of broader security assessments.
2. Collaborating with internal teams and clients for security advisory, audits, and continuous improvement of application security posture.
3. Analyzing and managing SAST/DAST projects and reviewing security within the SDLC cycle.
4. Supporting development teams in identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities.
5. Designing secure coding processes, threat modeling, and defining secure application standards.
6. Preparing technical documentation and reports for business and IT stakeholders.
7. Assisting in defining security strategies and roadmaps for complex application environments.

Required Skills and Experience

• 2-5 years of experience in application security, with strong skills in VA/PT.
• Knowledge of OWASP vulnerabilities and static/dynamic code analysis methodologies (SAST/DAST).
• Ability to interpret and contextualize technical results in terms of risk and remediation.
• Excellent communication skills, consulting ability, and client-oriented approach.
• Certifications in AppSec or Ethical Hacking (e.g., OSWE, GWAPT, eWPT, CEH) are preferred.
• Good command of the English language.

This is an opportunity to join a highly specialized cybersecurity firm focused on application security, working on innovative projects for enterprise clients in high-criticality environments. The role offers professional growth, continuous training, and a dynamic team environment that values individual skills.