Application Security Specialist

4 weeks ago


Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Dice Full time

Position Overview:

The Application Security Specialist plays a critical role within the Cyber Security Assurance framework, focusing on the evaluation of the bank's applications against potential malicious intrusions.

This position entails performing comprehensive security evaluations and penetration tests on both internal and external applications, including web, mobile, and web services. The objective is to identify and document security weaknesses that may be exploited.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Grasping the functional requirements of applications and their operational usage.
  • Employing various testing methodologies and tools to uncover vulnerabilities that may pose risks to the organization.
  • Keeping abreast of existing and emerging security standards and protocols.
  • Facilitating discussions to relay findings and establish realistic timelines for remediation efforts.
  • Offering technical assistance to stakeholders throughout risk assessments and the deployment of suitable data security measures.
  • Serving as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to guide development teams in minimizing vulnerabilities during application creation.
  • Conducting knowledge-sharing sessions with both technical and non-technical staff.
  • Engaging in risk management activities.

Required Qualifications:

  • A minimum of 4 years of relevant professional experience.
  • Extensive technical expertise in at least three of the following domains: information security, security engineering, application architecture, authentication protocols, session management, applied cryptography, communication protocols, mobile frameworks, single sign-on technologies, and exploit automation.
  • Proficient in manually identifying and replicating security findings, discussing remediation strategies, and developing proof of concepts for vulnerabilities.
  • Possession of one or more of the following certifications is desirable: CISSP, CJEH, OSCP, or equivalent professional experience.
  • Demonstrated capability in conducting ethical hacking assessments for web applications.
  • Ability to execute manual web application testing techniques, such as simulating SQL injection or cross-site scripting attacks without relying on automated tools.
  • Familiarity with network and web-related protocols and technologies (e.g., UNIX/Linux, TCP/IP, Cookies).
  • Experience with vulnerability assessment tools and penetration testing methodologies.
  • Strong programming and debugging skills.
  • Proficient in utilizing various tools, including but not limited to IBM AppScan, Burp Suite, and SQLMap.
  • Strong scripting abilities are preferred.
  • Capacity to apply critical thinking in diverse scenarios.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Adept at managing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

Enterprise Role Overview:

This role involves analyzing, enhancing, implementing, and executing security measures to proactively shield the organization from external threats. The position requires researching complex security breaches and maintaining or reviewing security systems, as well as assessing policies that govern system access. Regular updates on security status will be provided to management. Typically, candidates will have 5-10 years of relevant experience and will function as individual contributors.

Shift:

1st shift

Hours Per Week:

40



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