Job Description
As a Security Specialist at PTSB, you will be operating in a fast-paced environment that requires strong leadership and expertise in information technology (IT). Your primary focus will be to safeguard software applications from potential threats and breaches by working closely with development and security teams.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide guidance on secure coding practices and principles.
* Work closely with developers and operations teams.
* Proficiency with security tools such as static and dynamic application security testing (SCA, SAST, DAST) tooling.
* Knowledge of various programming languages (Java, .NET, Python, etc.).
Requirements:
* Essential 5+ years previous experience on a Security Operations, Software Development, Application Security team, or relevant education.
* Strong understanding of common application security vulnerabilities (e.g. OWASP Top Ten) and how to mitigate them.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Expert scripting/coding skills in one or more languages.
* Expert understanding of application security issues, application security technologies, cloud architectures, and threat landscape concepts.
* Strong influencing capabilities.
* Ability to build positive relationships internally and externally, in-person and virtually.
* Demonstrated ability to work both independently and within an organization.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Assurance, Cybersecurity, Electrical and Computer Engineering or relevant/equivalent industry certifications.
* Keen, proactive and driven philosophy.
* Disciplined and system-driven management model: organised, efficient, effective, focused, balanced and comprehensive understanding of the macro economic and market.