SOFTWARE SECURITY ENGINEER
£75,000 +15%Bonus + Excellent Staff Benefits
Strong Career Growth Opportunities
2 Days Onsite / 3 Days Remote
An interesting opportunity has presented itself within one of the UK’s largest Independent Software Based Organisations who are one of a major driving forces behind Innovative Development of Enterprise-Led Internet Technology.
They are now looking for an experienced Software Security Engineer, who will focus on the technical side of IT Security, specifically looking at Application Security & Code Analysis to ensure Applications are built securely.
The Application Security Team deals with the Security of Closed-Source, Open Source & In-House Written Applications. The objective is to ensure Applications are developed in a way that is Secure & Compliant with the Company’s Regulatory Obligations.
You will be working closely with the Software Development Function, to ensure that Application-Based Vulnerabilities are understood and mitigated. It is therefore important that you possess an understanding of the Secure Software Development Lifecycle & Assessment of Code.
This role is part of a Large-Scale Information Security Department, which is comprised of Engineers & Analysts. Collectively, the team utilises Enterprise & Bespoke Tooling to Identify & Mitigate Threats to Safeguard the Business.
Skills & Experience of Software Security Engineer will include:
1. Strong Understanding & Demonstrable Experience of Automated, Dynamic & Static Application Security Testing Tools
2. Good Understanding & Experience with Manual Security Testing to find Vulnerabilities & Issues
3. Knowledge & Understanding of OWASP & Threat Modelling
4. Experience of Software Development & Languages
5. Working Knowledge of CI/CD Pipelines & Associated Security Tooling
6. Use of Planned Structured Methodologies for Conducting & Reporting on Web Application Penetration Testing
7. Strong Documentation Skills
8. Excellent Communication Skills
Main Responsibilities of Software Security Engineer:
1. Providing Support to Technical Leads & Mentoring Junior Members of Team
2. Taking Lead role in Project Processes to Ensure Information Security aspects are considered Throughout Project Lifecycle
3. Contributing to & Utilising In-House Security Testing Methodologies, Creating & Updating Technical Documentation
4. Conducting Manual & Automated Source Code Review
5. Liaising with Software Development Teams to Ensure Security is Considered Throughout Lifecycle
6. Identifying & Managing Security Vulnerabilities within Software through Liaising with External Bodies where necessary
7. Performing Risk Assessments, Threat Modelling & Design Reviews to Ensure Effective Security Controls
8. Identifying Opportunities for Converting Manual Tasks into Automated Processes & Identify Tooling to Support Automation
If you possess the drive and relevant experience to deliver tangible results aligned with our Client’s needs, reach out. We embrace DE&I and welcome Applications from Underrepresented Groups, Minorities, Women in Cyber Security, Neurodiverse Individuals, LGBTQ+ Community Members, Veterans and those from Diverse Socioeconomic Backgrounds.
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