Title API & Application Security Specialist

As an API and Application Security Specialist at Cywarden, you will play a vital role in ensuring the security and integrity of our clients" systems and data. You will collaborate with developers, architects, and security teams to implement advanced security measures across API ecosystems and software applications. Your responsibilities will include developing and implementing security strategies, conducting security assessments, performing threat modeling and risk assessments, managing authentication and authorization mechanisms, enforcing secure coding practices, responding to security incidents, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and maintaining detailed documentation of security policies. You will also provide training to development teams, implement security monitoring solutions, manage security tools for analysis, and develop security policies and procedures. To qualify for this role, you should have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, along with a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in API and application security. You should be proficient in security frameworks and protocols, experienced with API gateways, familiar with RESTful and GraphQL APIs, and have a strong understanding of encryption and authentication mechanisms. Knowledge of security testing tools, secure coding practices, programming languages, DevSecOps practices, and relevant certifications are preferred. Additionally, you should possess excellent problem-solving skills, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. This is a full-time, permanent position at Cywarden, offering benefits such as paid sick time, paid time off, performance bonuses, and yearly bonuses. The work schedule includes Monday to Friday night shifts on a rotational basis. The work location is in Mohali, Punjab, and reliable commuting or planning to relocate is required. If you meet the qualifications and are passionate about API and application security, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity at Cywarden.,