We are seeking a highly skilled

Senior Security Specialist (IC3)

with 6-9 years of experience in Application Security & Penetration Testing (VAPT), and security testing methodologies. The ideal candidate should possess robust expertise in

DAST, API Security Testing, Mobile Application Security Testing (MAST) , and hands-on exposure to

AI-driven security testing and AI security risks . This role will work closely with development, DevOps, architecture, and product teams to identify, assess, and remediate security vulnerabilities throughout the SDLC.

Key Responsibilities

Application Security

Perform end-to-end application security assessments for web, mobile, and API applications.

Conduct threat modeling, secure design reviews, and architecture assessments.

Validate security controls and identify vulnerabilities using manual and automated techniques.

Review remediation recommendations and support development teams during vulnerability closure.

DAST (Dynamic Application Security Testing)

Conduct DAST assessments using tools such as:

Burp Suite Enterprise/Professional

Invicti (Netsparker)

Checkmarx

Analyze and validate findings to eliminate false positives.

Support tuning and optimization of DAST tools.

Develop DAST scanning standards, processes, and reporting mechanisms.

API Security

Perform API security testing against REST, SOAP, GraphQL, and Microservices architectures.

Validate API security controls including:

Authentication & Authorization

OAuth 2.0 / OIDC

JWT Security

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Input Validation

API Abuse Scenarios

Conduct testing aligned with

OWASP API Security Top 10

OWASP ASVS

OWASP Testing Guide

Utilize tools such as

Postman

Burp Suite

OWASP ZAP

ReadyAPI

Mobile Application Security Testing (MAST)

Perform Android and iOS application security assessments.

Conduct dynamic mobile application testing.

Assess data storage, encryption, certificate pinning, and API security implementations.

Use security tools such as:

MobSF

NowSecure

Burp Suite

VAPT Activities

Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration tests.

Validate exploitability and business impact of identified vulnerabilities.

Prepare detailed technical and executive reports.

Track remediation and support closure verification activities.

Collaborate with development teams to reduce recurring vulnerabilities.

AI Security & Emerging Technologies

Assess security risks associated with AI/LLM-powered applications.

Understand and evaluate

Prompt Injection

Data Leakage Risks

Model Poisoning

Insecure Plugin Integrations

Excessive Agency

Sensitive Information Disclosure

Familiarity with

OWASP Top 10 for LLM Applications

GenAI Security Best Practices

Secure AI Development Lifecycle

Utilize AI-assisted security testing tools to improve assessment efficiency.

Secure SDLC Integration

Collaborate with development and DevOps teams.

Support security gates within CI/CD pipelines.

Participate in security reviews and release approvals.

📌 Senior Security Specialist (Chennai)
🏢 Lennox India Technology Centre
📍 Chennai