Application Security Engineer

Hnm Solutions

Brussels, Belgium

3 days ago

Role details

Contract type

Permanent contract

Employment type

Full-time (> 32 hours)

Working hours

Regular working hours

Languages

English

Experience level

Junior

Job location

Brussels, Belgium

Tech stack

Java

JavaScript

API

Burp Suite

Code Review

Computer Security

Continuous Integration

DevOps

Python

Cisco Nexus Switches

Openshift

Open Web Application Security

Systems Development Life Cycle

Secure Coding

Software Engineering

Software Vulnerability Management

Cloudbees

Large Language Models

Sonatype

Software Security

Gitlab

Gitlab-ci

Kubernetes

Burpsuite

GPT

Docker

Jenkins

Static Application Security Testing

Dynamic Application Security Testing

Job description

We are seeking a motivated Application Security Engineer to help strengthen the security posture of our applications and CI/CD pipelines. You will collaborate with development and DevOps teams to embed security early in the software development lifecycle and support continuous improvement efforts.

Requirements

Do you have experience in Software development?, * 18-24 months of experience in application security, software development, or a related IT security role.

Proficiency in Java, JavaScript, and Python, with strong secure coding and vulnerability management skills.
Experience with SAST, SCA, DAST, and API Security methodologies.
Hands-on experience with tools such as Snyk, Burp Suite, OWASP Dependency Check, or Nexus Lifecycle, including CI/CD integration.
Solid understanding of application security principles and secure SDLC practices.
Strong knowledge of container technologies (Docker, Podman), including secure image handling, container scanning, and deployment best practices.

Technical Skills (Preferred)

Professional experience with CloudBees (Jenkins Enterprise) for CI/CD pipeline design, management, and security tool integration.
Experience with GitLab CI/CD and GitLab security features.
Experience leveraging Large Language Models (LLMs)-e.g., ChatGPT and Anthropic-for secure code synthesis, automated code review heuristics, and pipeline integrated workflow orchestration.
Familiarity with Kubernetes (K8s) for container orchestration.
Experience with Red Hat OpenShift (OCP) in enterprise container platform environments.

Soft Skills

Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to work closely with development and DevOps teams to promote secure coding practices.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, suitable for both technical and non technical audiences.
Proactive and analytical mindset with strong problem solving abilities.
Ability to take ownership of tasks and operate effectively in a fast paced environment.
Capability to mentor junior developers on secure development practices.

Skills