Application Security Engineer

About Playtech                                        

Founded in 1999, the company has a premium listing on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange and is focused on regulated and regulating markets across its B2B and B2C businesses. Both divisions leverage Playtech’s proprietary technology to deliver innovative products and services to ensure a safe, engaging and entertaining gaming experience. 

Playtech is the gaming industry's leading technology company delivering business intelligence-driven gaming software, services, content, and platform technology across the industry. 
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Here at Playtech, we genuinely believe that people are our biggest asset. Diverse thoughts, experiences, and individual characteristics enrich our work environment and lead to better business decisions. Recognizing differences and ensuring our processes are transparent is the core of Playtech's overall commitment to responsible business practices. 

Ready to level up your career?

Playtech‘s Security unit is looking for a proactive and driven Application Security Engineer with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Your influential mission. You will...

• Work with Product Managers/Owners to identify features and components that would require security analysis.
• Review code (both manually and automatically) with Software Engineers to ensure security standards are met.
• Conduct security reviews of application designs, system architectures, and third-party components to verify they meet security requirements.
• Strive to automate security processes by implementing tools and technologies to support SAST, DAST, Open Source Security, etc.
• Report on the security posture of development teams and determine next action items.
• Assist in investigating and responding to security incidents, analyzing root causes, and implementing measures to prevent recurrence.

Components for success. You...

• Have 2+ years of experience in IT Security, preferably with a background in application or product security.
• Are familiar with security frameworks (OWASP, ISO27001, PCI).
• Have experience working with application security tools (SAST, OSS, DAST, Threat Modeling, etc.).
• Possess a strong understanding of software development lifecycle and security practices.
• Understand common security vulnerabilities (e.g. SQL injection, XSS, CSRF) and mitigation techniques.
• Are fluent in English—both written and spoken, and collaborate effectively with remote global teams.

You'll get extra points for...

• Demonstrating working experience with at least one programming language (Java, Python, JavaScript, etc.).
• Previous experience as a software developer.
• A degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Security or related field.

Thrive in a culture that values...

• Initiative-taking and confident approach at the workplace.
• Global scope and inclusive working environment.
• Constant learning and development opportunities.
• Active lifestyle and mental well-being.
• Fun and engaging company events.

APPLICATION SECURITY TEAM
Our team plays a key role in protecting online gaming sites and services by assuring the safety and resilience of people, infrastructure and applications. Our Application Security Engineers are working closely with Product teams, Software Developers, DevOps, IT, Infrastructure teams, and other Security teams to integrate security best practices.

Playtech is an equal opportunities employer. Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams. We celebrate differences and encourage everyone to join us and be themselves at work.