Role requirement
Vacancy type
Permanent
Sector
Technology / Fintech and IT
Specialisim
Back End Developer
Location
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Language skills
English
Job reference No.
16646
Salary
Competitive
Data Published
21/10/2026
Closing date
11/11/2026
Job Description:
Our client is looking to appoint an Application Security Engineer to embed security into the software development life cycle. You will act as a subject-matter expert in application and cloud security, providing assurance, secure design guidance and vulnerability remediation support, and ensuring that secure coding, monitoring and vulnerability management practices are consistently applied. This role is well suited to someone already working in that space or a Developer that is looking for a move into being more security focused and looking at how security is embedded with the SDLC.
Skills/Experience:
- Experience securing applications in cloud environments, ideally Azure
- Strong understanding of OWASP vulnerabilities.
- Software development experience ideally with C# / .NET.
- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and working with Azure Devops
- Experience with SAST, DAST and software composition analysis tools.
- Understanding of authentication, including OAuth2 and OpenID Connect.
- Experience managing and remediating vulnerabilities.
- Strong analytical and communication skills.
- Strong technical aptitude across application and cloud security.
- Ability to work effectively in agile environments.
Core Responsibilities:
- Embed security controls within the software development life cycle.
- Perform secure design reviews for applications and APIs.
- Conduct SAST, DAST and software composition analysis.
- Support remediation of vulnerabilities with development teams.
- Integrate security tooling into CI/CD pipelines.
- Define secure coding standards aligned to OWASP best practice.
- Conduct threat modelling for critical systems.
- Ensure secure cloud configurations.
- Develop detection's for application security events and support incident response for application-related threats.
- Maintain the application risk register and vulnerability tracking.
- Provide guidance and training to developers on secure coding.
- Support security improvement and DevSecOps maturity initiatives.
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Chris began his career in sales and hospitality, where he honed his skills in relationship management. Today, he leverages his experience as a Senior Consultant within the temporary, interim, and contract team, focusing on connecting top talent with their ideal roles. Known for his commitment to innovation and continuous improvement, Chris brings a fresh perspective to the team. His good humour and dedication to excellence inspire those around him, and he consistently delivers exceptional service whether recruiting for a single role or managing high-volume placements.
Chris specialises in investment operations and core business functions, including cash and asset reconciliations, trades, risk and compliance, and actuarial roles. He is passionate about helping individuals achieve their career goals and ensuring clients find the best fit for their teams. Outside of work, Chris enjoys a round of golf and appreciates a good craft beer.
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