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Lead Application Security Engineer
£30,000 - 60,000
Anson McCade
Clifton Street 40, Hillhead
£30,000 - 60,000
Requirements
Must:
- Strong knowledge of software security, including CVEs, CWEs, and common vulnerability types.
- Hands-on experience with SAST, SCA, and DAST tools.
- Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Java, Go).
- Experience with at least one major cloud platform (AWS, GCP, Azure).
- REST API design and HTTP authentication experience.
- Linux proficiency, including terminal usage, scripting, and automation (e.g., Shell, Python).
- Highly Desirable: CI/CD experience.
- Knowledge of GraphQL.
- Familiarity with authentication systems (e.g., OAuth).
Responsibilities
- Provide subject matter expertise on security systems and engineering patterns.
- Develop protocols, algorithms, and applications to safeguard sensitive data.
- Manage and protect secrets securely, ensuring proper generation, storage, and usage.
- Conduct audits to monitor and assess vulnerabilities, supporting incident response.
- Stay ahead of cryptographic advancements to enable the adoption of new technologies.
- Collaborate with developers and security teams to align solutions with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
- Develop, implement, and maintain Identity and Access Management solutions.
- Lead strategic initiatives, advise stakeholders, and influence cross-functional decisions.
- Mentor and guide team members, shaping technical direction and fostering skill development.
Description
We are looking for an experienced Application Security Engineering Lead to join our dynamic team, driving secure software development across the organization. This hybrid role, based in Glasgow or Greater Manchester, offers the flexibility to work 2 days per week on-site. With a competitive salary between £70,000 and £90,000 plus bonuses depending on experience, this is a unique opportunity to influence technology strategy while protecting critical systems alongside talented colleagues.
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The company with most openings is Experis as they are hiring for 102 different Cyber Security Engineer jobs in the UK. They are probably quite committed to find good Cyber Security Engineers.