Aspiring Application Security Engineer (Hybrid)

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

Job summary

Consumers Credit Union is seeking an Application Security Analyst to bolster our Information Security team. This role supports secure design, code reviews, and remediation across SDLC, collaborating with developers and tech teams to embed security.

Ideal for those with foundational cybersecurity knowledge and a desire to grow in AppSec. You'll help with threat monitoring, WAF protections, and security assessments while staying current on OWASP Top 10 risks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in cybersecurity, CS, IT, or related field.
• 2+ years in cybersecurity, software development, IT support, systems administration, or related tech field.
• Exposure to application security concepts, secure coding practices, or vulnerability management.
• Basic understanding of OWASP Top 10 risks.
• 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.
• Willingness to learn application security tools and technologies, including vulnerability scanning and testing platforms.
• Security certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Security concepts

Secure coding practices

Vulnerability management

OWASP Top 10

Programming or scripting languages

Analytical problem-solving

Technical communication

Learning security tools

Security certifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

Job description

Consumers Credit Union is seeking an Application Security Analyst to bolster our Information Security team. This role supports secure design, code reviews, and remediation across SDLC, collaborating with developers and tech teams to embed security.

Ideal for those with foundational cybersecurity knowledge and a desire to grow in AppSec. You'll help with threat monitoring, WAF protections, and security assessments while staying current on OWASP Top 10 risks.