Application Security Analyst

Consumers Credit Union; Lake Forest (IL); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Spending accounts

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Pension plan

Job summary

Consumers Credit Union is seeking an Application Security Analyst to join the Information Security team. The role targets early-career cybersecurity professionals or IT specialists who want to grow in application security.

You will work with software development, business systems, and technology teams to identify risks, support remediation, and embed security across the SDLC. Hybrid work from Lake Forest, IL, with on-call rotation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in cybersecurity, software development, IT support, systems administration, or related technology field.
• Exposure to application security concepts, secure coding practices, or vulnerability management.
• Familiarity with programming or scripting languages and modern software development practices.
• Understanding of OWASP Top 10.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Interest in learning application security tools and vulnerability testing platforms.

Responsibilities

• Assist with application security testing using industry tools to identify vulnerabilities.
• Review findings and work with development teams to support remediation.
• Monitor and maintain Web Application Firewall protections and investigate threats.
• Participate in secure design discussions, code reviews, and security assessments.
• Support API security reviews and secure handling of sensitive information.
• Track and validate remediation activities across teams.
• Maintain documentation of security processes, standards, and tools.
• Research emerging cybersecurity threats and best practices (OWASP Top 10, SANS CWE Top 25).
• Collaborate with developers to promote secure coding throughout the SDLC.

Skills

Application security

OWASP Top 10

Vulnerability scanning

Secure coding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, IT, or related field

Job description

Are you interested in cybersecurity and want to help protect applications from evolving threats? Consumers Credit Union is looking for a curious, detail-oriented, and collaborative Application Security Analyst to join our growing Information Security team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career cybersecurity professional, software developer, or IT professional who wants to expand their application security expertise. You'll work closely with software development, business systems, and technology teams to identify security risks, support remediation efforts, and help embed security throughout the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).

If you enjoy learning new technologies, solving problems, and making applications more secure, we'd love to hear from you.

Location/Schedule

• Hybrid schedule with 3 days per week at our corporate office in Lake Forest, IL - Local Northern Illinois and Southeast Wisconsin candidates only
• Flexibility to participate in an on-call rotation approximately once every 6 weeks

What You'll Do

• Assist with application security testing using industry tools and technologies to identify potential vulnerabilities
• Review and analyze security findings and work with development teams to support remediation efforts
• Help monitor and maintain Web Application Firewall (WAF) protections and investigate potential threats
• Participate in secure design discussions, code reviews, and security assessments
• Support API security reviews and help ensure secure handling of sensitive information
• Track and validate vulnerability remediation activities across teams
• Maintain documentation related to application security processes, standards, and tools
• Research emerging cybersecurity threats and application security best practices (OWASP Top 10, SANS CWE Top 25)
• Collaborate with developers and technology teams to promote secure coding practices throughout the SDLC

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in cybersecurity, software development, IT support, systems administration, or a related technology field
• Exposure to application security concepts, secure coding practices, or vulnerability management through work experience, internships, coursework, labs, or personal projects
• Basic understanding of common application security risks, such as those identified by the OWASP Top 10
• Familiarity with programming or scripting languages and modern software development practices
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Desire to learn application security tools and technologies, including vulnerability scanning and testing platforms
• Security certifications are a plus!

This role is ideal for someone who has a foundational understanding of technology or cybersecurity and is looking to build a rewarding career in Application Security.

Compensation

The annual salary range for this role is $ 67,980 to $108,768. This role is eligible for an annual bonus opportunity. A specific salary offer considers factors including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the salary range and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

• Consumers Credit Union provides eligible employees an opportunity to participate in our medical (High Deductible, HMO and PPO), dental, vision, spending accounts, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance and other plans effective date of hire.
• You will be eligible to participate in the 401(k) savings plan at any time.
• You will be automatically enrolled in the pension plan following six months of employment and 1,000 hours of service and reaching age 20.

For more information about benefit offerings, please visit our careers page: https://www.myconsumers.org/about/what-we-do/careers

About CCU

Founded in 1930 and headquartered in Lake Forest, IL, Consumers Credit Union has $4.6 billion in assets and serves more than 285,000 members, making it one of the largest credit unions in the state. CCU believes that nobody needs banks on every corner, but everyone needs people who are in their corner. We've been recognized as a Great Place to Work, and we're committed to growing both our business and our people. To learn more, visit myconsumers.org

Equal Opportunity Employer

CCU complies with the requirements and spirit of the law in the implementation of all facets of equal opportunity in employment. There will be no discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, genetic information, military status (including unfavorable discharge from the military), criminal or arrest history (unless job related), crime victim status, or any other protected characteristic in the recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, termination, or any other employment actions or term and condition of employment. CCU complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which CCU has facilities.

We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please contact our Human Resources team at: [e-mail] or 877-275-2228.