Security Test Engineer NEW

VERTECH GROUP (UK) LTD

Security Test Engineer

Location: 4 days per wk in Glasgow / 1 day from home

Salary: Circa 75k-80k + Benefits

Security Test Engineer required by a Global Engineering Company!

You’ll be responsible for ensuring the security robustness of software and firmware components for their product portfolio. The role also involves conducting threat compliance modelling, security testing, and vulnerable assessments

Essential:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in software and/or firmware testing
• Engineering degree in Software, Computer Science, Cybersecurity or demonstrated knowledge.
• Proficiency with tools: Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, Nessus, Nmap Fortify, Checkmarx, Metasploit, Wireshark.
• Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python, JavaScript, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Understanding of encryption algorithms, key management, & secure protocols (TLS, SSH)
• Strong understanding of common vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP Top 10, CWE/SANS Top 25)
• Familiarity with Linux, Windows, and network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S)
• Understanding of industrial protocols (e.g., Serial, Modbus, HART)
• Knowledge of industry standards: IEC 62443, ISO 27001, NIST, OWASP

Nice-to-have:

• Experience implementing DevSecOps best practices; Azure DevOps experience is a plus

Tremendous opportunity for someone looking to move into a broader product security role within a stable global engineering company, with plenty of scope for progression, technical development and exposure to complex technologies!

Apply now for FULL details!