Application Security Specialist

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement plan

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Stable employment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Application Security Specialist to join our security team in Polokwane. You will work with development teams to integrate security into the SDLC, conduct security testing, and guide secure coding practices.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in application security, a strong understanding of OWASP Top 10, and experience with SAST/DAST/IAST tools. This role offers opportunities for professional growth and a stability-focused career.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in application security or related role.
• Strong understanding of OWASP Top 10 and mitigation techniques.
• Experience with static (SAST) and dynamic (DAST) application security testing tools.
• Familiarity with secure SDLC methodologies.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with development teams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with software developers to embed security considerations throughout the SDLC.
• Perform security code reviews, threat modeling, and security testing of applications.
• Identify, analyze, and document application vulnerabilities, providing clear remediation guidance.
• Develop and deliver secure coding training to development teams.
• Implement and manage application security tools, such as SAST, DAST, and IAST.
• Stay current with application security threats, trends, and best practices.

Skills

Secure coding

Threat modeling

Security testing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

SAST

DAST

IAST

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Application Security Specialist to join their growing security team in Polokwane. This role is critical in ensuring that the software developed by the organization is secure from design through deployment. You will work closely with development teams to integrate security best practices into the software development lifecycle (SDLC), conduct security testing, and provide guidance on secure coding techniques. The ideal candidate is passionate about secure software development and possesses a strong understanding of common application vulnerabilities and their mitigation.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with software developers to embed security considerations throughout the SDLC.
• Perform security code reviews, threat modeling, and security testing of applications.
• Identify, analyze, and document application vulnerabilities, providing clear remediation guidance.
• Develop and deliver secure coding training to development teams.
• Implement and manage application security tools, such as SAST, DAST, and IAST.
• Stay current with application security threats, trends, and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in application security, secure coding, or a related role.
• Strong understanding of common web application vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP Top 10) and mitigation techniques.
• Experience with static (SAST) and dynamic (DAST) application security testing tools.
• Familiarity with secure SDLC methodologies.
• Good communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with development teams.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement savings plan.
• Excellent opportunities for professional development in application security.
• A dedicated role focused on enhancing software security.
• Work in a collaborative environment with a focus on innovation and quality.
• Stable, long-term employment.