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Senior Application Security Specialist – Secure SDLC & Cloud Security

Digital
Security
Master
Senior (7+)
Locatie
Eigen-Brakel, Waals-Brabant
Type werk
Consultancy
Werkmodel
Fulltime, Hybrid

Our client, a global leader in the biopharmaceutical sector, is looking for a Senior Application Security Specialist to join their security function. This role focuses on securing internally developed and SaaS applications while leading strategic tooling migrations and providing expert guidance to a global center of excellence.

Verantwoordelijkheden

  • Provide expert guidance to the Application Security Center of Excellence to oversee day-to-day operations and handle complex escalations.
  • Lead the migration of security tooling platforms, including the transition of dynamic and component analysis tools to SaaS environments.
  • Support application owners and developers with onboarding, tooling integration, and complex security inquiries.
  • Drive improvements in secure development processes, security metrics, and technical documentation.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders across development, data science, and platform teams to define security roadmaps.
  • Perform design security reviews, analyze code review reports, and conduct threat modeling as required.

Vereisten

  • 8+ years of experience in Application Security within a custom software development environment.
  • Expert knowledge of AppSec tooling including Snyk, Invicti, Sonatype, and Intigriti.
  • Strong expertise in secure SDLC, secure coding concepts, and vulnerability management.
  • Experience working in large, international organizations with complex stakeholder landscapes.
  • You bring the ability to act as a subject matter expert and advisor, guiding operational teams rather than daily execution.
  • You possess a proactive and autonomous mindset with a focus on driving security initiatives forward.
  • You are fluent in English.

Nice to Haves

  • Security certifications related to AppSec or penetration testing.
  • Experience within the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry.
  • Familiarity with GxP regulatory concepts.
  • Exposure to GenAI and LLM security topics.
  • Knowledge of French or Dutch.

Aanbod

  • Start date: ASAP
  • Duration: until end of June 2026 (extension likely)
  • Work regime: Full-time (minimum 4 days per week)
  • Location: Brussels
  • Working model: Fully remote (VDI only, equipment not provided)
  • Contract: open to both permanent employees and freelancers

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