About the jobRole: Application Security Testing SpecialistWe are seeking an Application Security Testing Specialist to support a high-profileengagement with a client renowned for their rigorous standards and commitment to quality.This role will involve comprehensive end-to-end security testing of applications, using bothautomated and manual techniques across multiple environments.Key ResponsibilitiesPre-Testing Activities: Participate in planning sessions and walkthroughs to align on scope, methodology, and expectations.Testing ExecutionApplication Mapping: Build a detailed functionality map by crawling and exploring both public-facing and authenticated areas of the application. Capture and analyse requests and responses using local proxy tools andnetwork sniffers.Automated Scanning: Conduct vulnerability scans using commercial, open-source, and proprietary tools. Validate and refine scan results through manual analysis to eliminate false positives.Source Code Review: Perform static code analysis with source code scanning tools to detect security flaws. Apply control flow and dataflow analysis, focusing on common vulnerability areas such as:• Authentication & Authorisation• Session & Configuration Management• Input Validation & Data Handling• Cryptography & Exception HandlingKey Skills• Proven expertise in application security testing and secure code review.• Proficiency with vulnerability scanners, static code analysers, and network sniffers.• Strong knowledge of secure coding practices and vulnerability exploitation techniques.• Ability to work effectively with global teams and manage high-stakes client relationships.• Excellent attention to detail, documentation, and communication skills.Required Experience• Minimum 3 years' penetration testing experience.• Hands-on expertise in manual exploitation of vulnerabilities (aligned with OWASP Top Ten).• Strong track record in identifying and exploiting web application and API vulnerabilities, with emphasis on manual testing (90%) supported by automated tools (10%)
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