Application Security Lead

As the Application Security Lead, you will take ownership of:

• Conducting comprehensive code reviews to identify vulnerabilities and recommend effective solutions.
• Performing threat modelling to anticipate potential risks and define mitigation strategies.
• Maintaining and updating the cyber risk register, ensuring risks are prioritized and addressed.
• Advocating for and enforcing secure development practices across teams.
• Training and mentoring teams on secure coding principles.
• Coordinating the rectification of identified vulnerabilities and incidents.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with secure coding standards through monitoring and reviews.
• Integrate security requirements, frameworks, and testing into the product development lifecycle.
• Escalate risks and non-compliance issues while driving their resolution.
• Work closely with delivery squads, architects, and the cybersecurity team to ensure alignment with security objectives.

Skills and Qualifications

• A Bachelor's or master's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of experience in application security or software development with a focus on secure coding.
• Proficiency in threat modelling frameworks, OWASP Top Ten, and security testing tools.
• Strong knowledge of secure software development lifecycles and cyber risk management.
• Bonus: Scripting/programming expertise and experience implementing security tools in CI/CD pipelines.

Personal Attributes

• Exceptional communication skills to convey technical security concepts to diverse audiences.
• A proactive, analytical mindset for identifying and resolving risks.
• A collaborative approach to foster trust and efficiency across teams.
• A commitment to continuous learning in the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape.

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals passionate about securing software applications and driving best practices in cybersecurity.

To be considered for the role click the 'apply' button or for more information about this and other opportunities please contact Pam Kaur on + 618 7422 0615 or email [email protected] and quote the above job reference number.

Paxus values diversity and welcomes applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, including the application form in an alternate format, please contact me on the above contact details.