Application Security expert

Application Security expert

Job Overview:

The Application Security Expert will be responsible for ensuring the security of the software

applications throughout their development lifecycle. This role requires in-depth knowledge of

security best practices, coding standards, and the ability to work closely with development and

DevOps teams to secure applications, prevent vulnerabilities, and ensure compliance with

industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Security Integration: Collaborate with software development teams to integrate

security practices into the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).

• Vulnerability Assessments: Conduct regular security assessments, including code

reviews, penetration testing, and vulnerability scanning of applications.

• Threat Modeling: Identify, document, and mitigate potential security threats,

vulnerabilities, and risks in applications and systems.

• Security Tools: Implement and manage security tools such as SAST (Static Application

Security Testing), DAST (Dynamic Application Security Testing), and IAST (Interactive

Application Security Testing) tools.

• Security Awareness: Provide security training to developers and stakeholders on

secure coding practices and emerging security threats.

• Compliance: Ensure applications comply with relevant security regulations, standards,

and frameworks such as GXP, PII, SoX, CMMI etc.

• DevSecOps: Collaborate with DevOps teams to implement security practices in CI/CD

pipelines, ensuring automated security checks are in place.

• Risk Management: Conduct risk assessments for new projects and recommend

appropriate security controls to mitigate risks.

• Documentation: Develop and maintain security guidelines, policies, and

documentation for application security processes and best practices.