Job Description

3 - 5 Years
1 Opening
Kochi

Role description

Experience: 2-4 Years



Hiring Location: Bangalore, Chennai, Trivandrum, Kochi, Hyderabad, Noida, Pune



We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented

Application Security Engineer

with a strong development background to join our Cybersecurity team. This role focuses on securing applications and APIs through manual testing, secure code reviews, and close collaboration with development teams. The ideal candidate will combine strong programming skills with deep knowledge of modern application security practices, including DevSecOps.

Key Responsibilities

Perform manual security testing of RESTful and GraphQL APIs to identify vulnerabilities. Conduct secure source code reviews and assess application implementations. Validate APIs and applications against

OWASP Top 10

,

ASVS

, and internal security standards. Evaluate and enhance authentication, authorization, encryption, and input validation controls. Collaborate with development teams to support secure SDLC and remediation activities. Provide clear, actionable recommendations based on security findings. Stay updated on emerging security threats, tools, and best practices in application security.

Must-Have Skills

Hands-on experience with

manual application and API security testing

. Strong programming skills in

Java

,

JavaScript

, and

Python

. Practical experience with security testing tools such as

Postman

,

Burp Suite

,

OWASP ZAP

. Solid understanding of

OWASP Top 10

,

ASVS

, and secure coding principles. Ability to read, analyze, and review source code to identify security flaws. Strong communication, documentation, and problem-solving abilities. Ability to manage testing activities aligned with product release cycles.

Good-to-Have Skills

Security certifications such as

OSCP

,

CSSLP

,

GWAPT

, or equivalent. Experience with

cloud platforms

(AWS, Azure, GCP). Familiarity with

DevSecOps

practices and security integration in CI/CD pipelines. Knowledge of

container security

(Docker, Kubernetes).

Skills

Java,Javascript,Python

About UST

UST is a global digital transformation solutions provider. For more than 20 years, UST has worked side by side with the world's best companies to make a real impact through transformation. Powered by technology, inspired by people and led by purpose, UST partners with their clients from design to operation. With deep domain expertise and a future-proof philosophy, UST embeds innovation and agility into their clients' organizations. With over 30,000 employees in 30 countries, UST builds for boundless impact--touching billions of lives in the process.