Application Security Specialist

2 weeks ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia beBeeApplicationSecurity Full time $98,765 - $123,456

Job Title: Application Security Specialist

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Application Security Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in safeguarding our IT systems, applications and infrastructure by scanning and simulating real-world attacks to uncover weaknesses and vulnerabilities.

The Application Security Specialist will be responsible for undertaking regular penetration testing of internal and external facing applications/systems and IT infrastructure. This includes planning, coordinating, engaging, executing, tracking, managing and reporting on application/system vulnerabilities and implementation of approved mitigation processes/activities.

In addition, the role is responsible for improving and educating our DevSecOps practices by actively engaging and collaboratively building and improving secure and reliable IT applications, systems and infrastructure aligned with our system development lifecycle working closely with information security team, project management, product management, enterprise systems, architecture, engineering, testing, quality assurance, and risk management functions.

Responsibilities
  • Own, manage, plan, coordinate, and deliver the entire pen testing and vulnerability management program for our organization aligned with risk appetite, and ISO27001, PCI DSS and other compliance requirements.
  • Be a SME for technical vulnerabilities including pen testing, static code analysis, and network security, and provide advice, guidance, training and awareness about good secure practices.
  • Own, follow-up, track, monitor and report on all pen testing and vulnerability mitigation actions across our organization.
  • Engage and contribute to the system development lifecycle through DevSecOps design, build, testing and support phases and help identify and address vulnerabilities early in the lifecycle saving cost and reducing risk.
  • Regularly maintain, update, and communicate all relevant standards, processes and procedures to relevant stakeholders.
Requirements
  • 3+ years of experience operating as a pen tester operating with limited supervision.
  • Hold at least one of the following certifications: OSCP, CREST CCT, SANS GCPN, C|PEN or similar.
  • Experience in security report writing and discussing reports with stakeholders to obtain their buy-in.
  • Good understanding and experience in utilising CVSS standards, OWASP methodologies and Metasploit tooling.
  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
Benefits
  • Work-life Balance: Flexible working arrangements, ability to work from home and meeting free Fridays.
  • Career development: Full Pluralsight Subscription for all technical team members, study assistance, internal movements and secondment opportunities.
  • Reward & Recognition: Excellent recognition programs appreciating employee's contributions, service anniversaries and Annual Awards.
  • Culture: Collaborative and inclusive culture, approachable leadership team who provide monthly updates, and regular social celebrations.
  • Wellness: Employee Assistance Program, discounted Health Insurance and ability to purchase additional leave.

About You

You will have all or majority of the following skills and attributes:

The successful candidate will have a strong background in cybersecurity and relevant experience in application security testing. They will also possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

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