Application Security Specialist

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 780,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work opportunities

Advanced security training

Cutting-edge projects

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 in East London, South Africa, seeks an Application Security Specialist to join our growing technology team. The role focuses on securing software across its lifecycle, from design to deployment, working with development teams to identify vulnerabilities and promote secure coding.

You will perform SAST/DAST, vulnerability assessments, and provide remediation guidance. The position offers remote work flexibility for candidates in East London and beyond, with opportunities for advanced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/SE or related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in application security or vulnerability management.
• Experience with security testing methodologies and tools.
• Understanding of OWASP Top 10 and secure coding practices.

Responsibilities

• Integrate security into the SDLC.
• Perform SAST/DAST and vulnerability assessments.
• Conduct penetration testing on web and mobile applications.
• Provide remediation guidance to developers.
• Develop and maintain app security standards.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging threats and best practices.

Skills

Application security

Secure coding

Vulnerability management

OWASP Top 10

SDLC collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Security testing tools

SAST/DAST tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Application Security Specialist to join their growing technology team in East London . This role focuses on ensuring the security of software applications throughout their entire lifecycle, from design and development to deployment and maintenance. You will work closely with development teams to identify vulnerabilities, implement secure coding practices, and conduct security testing. This is a vital position for protecting our client's digital products and services in a key coastal economic hub.

Key Responsibilities

• Integrate security practices into the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Conduct static and dynamic application security testing (SAST/DAST).
• Perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on web and mobile applications.
• Provide guidance to development teams on secure coding practices and remediation of vulnerabilities.
• Develop and maintain security standards for application development.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging application security threats and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in application security , secure coding, or vulnerability management.
• Proficiency with security testing tools and methodologies.
• Strong understanding of common web vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP Top 10) and their mitigation.
• Experience with secure coding principles and frameworks.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with development teams.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and attractive benefits package.
• Remote work opportunities offering excellent flexibility for individuals in East London and beyond.
• Opportunities for advanced training and certifications in application security.
• Work on cutting-edge software projects with a focus on security.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Contribution to the security and integrity of client-facing applications.