Specialist, Application Security

Are you interested in helping build secure applications and embedding security into modern development practices? Join Outokumpu as Specialist, Application Security and support the security of our application landscape across development, procurement, deployment and maintenance.

In this role, you will promote secure-by-design and secure-by-default practices, enabling business innovation, digital transformation and operational resilience.

Your key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain application security standards, requirements and best practices
• Ensure security requirements are integrated into application development and procurement processes
• Establish and promote secure software development lifecycle practices
• Support integration of security controls into CI/CD pipelines
• Drive adoption of DevSecOps principles across development teams
• Provide expert guidance to project teams and application owners
• Increase awareness of application security risks and best practices

What we are looking for

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Cyber Security or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in cyber security, application development, software engineering or related disciplines
• Understanding of SSDLC, OWASP Top 10, application security testing, secure coding, threat modelling, API security, authentication and authorization technologies, IAM and DevSecOps
• Experience with cloud-native and modern application architectures is preferred
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments is an advantage

What Outokumpu offers

At Outokumpu, you will have the opportunity to work in an international environment and contribute to securing business-critical applications in a company with a strong focus on sustainability, innovation and responsible operations. We offer meaningful work, opportunities for professional development, collaboration with skilled colleagues and competitive employment benefits including hybrid work (50/50).

For more information, please contact: Manager, Cyber Security Solutions Jarmo Huhta via phone: 0504524252 

Please submit your application by 6 September. We look forward to hearing from you!

The selected candidate will be required to pass a security clearance vetting and health check, including drug tests, before commencing employment.