Job Title: OWASP-Certified Security Engineer
Role Overview
We are seeking an OWASP-Certified Security Engineer to strengthen our application security posture and ensure our products meet industry-leading security standards. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience identifying vulnerabilities, implementing secure development practices, and working closely with engineering teams to build and maintain secure systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct application security assessments based on OWASP methodologies (OWASP Top 10, ASVS, MASVS, etc.).
- Perform code reviews, penetration testing, and threat modelling.
- Collaborate with development teams to integrate secure coding practices into SDLC.
- Identify, report, and remediate vulnerabilities in web, mobile, and backend systems.
- Develop and maintain security policies, standards, and best practices.
- Implement and manage security tools.
- Provide security training and guidance to engineers and stakeholders.
- Monitor emerging threats and ensure continuous improvement of security controls.
Required Qualifications:
- OWASP certification (e.g., OWASP Top 10 Practitioner, OSCP with OWASP focus, or equivalent OWASP-recognized credential).
- Strong understanding of secure coding practices and common vulnerabilities.
- Experience with web technologies (HTML, JS, APIs, frameworks).
- Hands-on expertise with security testing tools (Burp Suite, ZAP, etc.).
- Familiarity with CI/CD and DevSecOps principles.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in cloud security (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
- Knowledge of container security (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Additional security certifications (OSCP, CEH, CISSP, CSSLP).
- Experience in incident response or security operations.
Soft Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills.
- Ability to work cross-functionally and support multiple teams.