Security Consultant (Application & Network) (Contract)

We are seeking a highly skilled Application and Network Security Consultant to join our client. In this role, you will work directly with customers to design, implement, and manage security solutions that protect their applications and network infrastructures. You will serve as a security expert, helping clients address vulnerabilities and comply with security best practices.

Customer Engagement:

- Work closely with customers to understand their security requirements and objectives.

- Conduct security assessments for client applications and networks, providing detailed reports and actionable recommendations.

- Present security findings and solutions to customers, ensuring they understand the risks and remediation strategies.

- Serve as the primary security advisor for clients, offering guidance on the secure design, implementation, and maintenance of their systems.

Application Security:

- Perform security assessments on customers' applications, identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities.

- Review and provide feedback on client codebases to ensure adherence to secure coding standards.

- Implement and configure security tools for application security testing (e.g., static and dynamic analysis).

- Advise clients on application security best practices and assist in developing secure development lifecycle (SDLC) processes.

Network Security:

- Design and implement network security solutions tailored to client needs, including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and more.

- Conduct network vulnerability assessments and penetration tests for client environments.

- Monitor client networks for security incidents and provide incident response support when necessary.

- Collaborate with client IT teams to design secure network architectures and ensure the ongoing protection of their data.

Documentation and Training:

- Develop and deliver security documentation, including assessment reports, policies, and procedures, customized for each client.

- Conduct security training and awareness sessions for client teams to enhance their security posture.

- Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends, tools, and technologies to provide cutting-edge solutions to clients.

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

- 3+ years of experience in application security and/or network security roles, particularly in customer-facing positions.

- Strong understanding of security frameworks and standards (e.g., OWASP, NIST, ISO 27001) and their application in customer environments.

- Experience with security tools and technologies relevant to both application and network security.

- Proficiency in programming/scripting languages for security automation and code review.

- Familiarity with cloud security in environments such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.

- Certifications such as CISSP, CEH, OSCP, or equivalent are a plus.