Application Security Engineer (225-820)

An Application Security Engineer plays a critical role in safeguarding an organization's software and applications from cyber threats and vulnerabilities. These professionals implement security measures and protocols during the software development lifecycle to ensure applications perform safely without compromising sensitive data. They conduct security assessments, audits, and penetration tests to detect and mitigate security breaches. With a focus on constant improvement, an Application Security Engineer collaborates with development and IT teams to design and enforce security best practices across all stages of development and operations. Their expertise is crucial for protecting the company’s digital assets from internal and external threats, ensuring compliance with security standards, and maintaining the trust of customers and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular security assessments and identify potential vulnerabilities in applications.
• Collaborate with software developers to ensure robust security designs and implementations.
• Develop and enforce security protocols and procedures across all software projects.
• Perform penetration testing to simulate cyberattacks and assess application defenses.
• Monitor security developments and update measures to address new threats.
• Provide technical guidance on security techniques and advocate best practices in secure coding.
• Document security procedures and policies to comply with industry standards and regulations.
• Investigate security breaches and devise effective solutions to prevent future occurrences.
• Train and educate team members on maintaining and enhancing application security measures.
• Engage with third-party security assessment teams for unbiased vulnerability analysis.
• Assist in the creation of disaster recovery strategies related to application security incidents.
• Analyze security logs and alerts to identify patterns or indicators of potential threats.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience in application security or a related cybersecurity role.
• Proficiency with security tools and software used for vulnerability assessment and testing.
• Strong understanding of secure software development practices and latest security standards.
• Excellent analytical skills to evaluate vulnerabilities and implement security solutions.
• Knowledge of various programming languages and platforms relevant to application security.
• Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams concerning security topics.