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Senior / Lead Application Security Engineer - WorkWave

Colombo, Sri Lanka
Full-Time

WorkWave is a field service management software that provides SaaS solutions for businesses in the service industry (HVAC, Plumbing & Electrical, Cleaning, Lawn & Landscape, Home Delivery, Logistics & Distribution). We empower these businesses to deliver exceptional customer experiences and grow their customer base on our efficient and easy-to-use platform.

WorkWave Team is looking for innovative Application Security Engineers who want to be part of a team of creative and talented individuals.  Our teams are a mix of technologists, product managers, development engineers, and UI/UX designers, all working together to deliver our vision.  You will be a part of our WorkWave team, helping to develop & support the WorkWave products

The ideal candidate should have expertise in compliance and security standards such as PCI DSS, SOC, ISO, and Privacy Shield / Data Privacy Framework. Key responsibilities include ensuring the security of desktop, web, and mobile applications through vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, security scans, and architecture design reviews. 

Responsibilities  

  • Ensure application security measures comply with industry standards (e.g., PCI DSS, SOC 2, ISO 27001). Maintain security policies and support compliance audits.  
  • Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and manage remediation. Implement and maintain vulnerability management tools. 
  • Perform penetration testing on desktop, web, and mobile applications. Document the findings and collaborate with development teams to implement fixes. 
  • Conduct regular security scans and audits using SAST, DAST, SCA, and IAST tools. 
  • Review application architecture for security best practices, Provide secure coding guidance and participate in release readiness reviews.  
  • Ensure data security through encryption and access controls. Implement data protection strategies and follow “Privacy by design” principles. 
  • Perform network vulnerability assessments and firewall audits, and address potential security weaknesses. 
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security into the SDLC.  
  • Provide security training and assist in developing incident response plans. 
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security, or related field. Relevant certifications such as CEH, CHFI, Security+, CSSLP  would be an added advantage. 
  • 4+ years of experience in application security, focusing on desktop, web, and mobile applications. 
  • Proven experience with compliance standards and frameworks (PCI DSS, SOC 2, ISO 27001, Privacy Shield). 
  • Hands-on experience with vulnerability assessment tools and techniques (Qualys, Blackduck, Polaris, BurpSuite, Nmap, Firewalls, WAF, IDS, IPS, Kali Linux). 
  • Strong background in penetration testing and security audits.  
  • Familiarity with SAST, DAST, SCA, and IAST tools.  
  • In-depth knowledge of application security principles, cryptography, authentication, and authorization. 
  • Experience with secure coding practices and application architecture design review. 
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.  
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. 

We believe that coming together as a community, in person, is important for innovation, connection and fostering a sense of belonging. Our roles have the right balance of remote and in-office working to enable flexibility for managing your life along with ensuring a real connection with your colleagues and the broader IFS community.

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