Application Security Engineer - Lucidya (Riyadh)

Lucidya, a leading force in customer behavior and data analytics in the Middle East, is actively recruiting for an Application Security Engineer to join its dynamic team at its headquarters in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This position presents a remarkable opportunity for ambitious cybersecurity professionals to contribute to safeguarding one of the region's most innovative platforms in social intelligence and sentiment analysis.

Job Description and Responsibilities

The Application Security Engineer will play a pivotal role in ensuring the integrity and security of the platforms and services developed and operated by Lucidya. This individual will be the primary advocate for integrating security practices into the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) to ensure products are built securely from the ground up.

Key expected responsibilities include:

• Designing and Building Security Controls: Developing and implementing robust security strategies and controls to protect Lucidya's applications and platforms from emerging cyber threats.
• Penetration Testing and Code Review: Conducting regular security assessments of applications, including static and dynamic application security testing (SAST/DAST), and performing source code reviews to identify security vulnerabilities.
• Secure Development: Working closely with software development teams (DevOps/DevSecOps) to foster a culture of secure development and ensure adherence to security best practices and standards such as OWASP.
• Incident Response: Contributing to the development of security incident response plans and assisting in the investigation and containment of security incidents when they occur.
• Awareness and Training: Providing guidance and training to developers on application security principles and common risks.
• Research and Development: Staying abreast of the latest security threats, technologies, and trends in the application security landscape.

Required Qualifications and Skills

Lucidya is seeking candidates with a strong technical background and a genuine passion for information security.

Core Requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Security, or a related field.
• Proven hands-on experience (typically 3-5 years) in application security or cybersecurity.
• In-depth knowledge of application and network security principles and common vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10).
• Experience with security testing tools such as Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nessus, or similar.
• Good familiarity with programming languages like Python, Java, or JavaScript to understand vulnerabilities and review code.
• Understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for complex issues.
• The ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical teams.

Preferred Skills (will be a strong plus):

• Recognized professional security certifications such as CEH, OSCP, CISSP, or GWAPT.
• Experience with cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform).
• Knowledge of relevant security and compliance frameworks in the market.

Why Work at Lucidya?

Joining Lucidya means working in a dynamic, fast-growing environment at the heart of Saudi Arabia's digital transformation. The company is known for its innovative culture and focus on talent development. The engineer will have the opportunity to work on complex security challenges for platforms widely used by major enterprises across the region.

How to Apply for the Position

Applications for the open position of "Application Security Engineer" at Lucidya are handled via the Naukrigulf platform. Please visit the original job listing link on the platform and search for the position within the Tech Jobs section located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Ensure your CV is updated to highlight the relevant experience and skills mentioned above, and prepare a cover letter stating your motivation for joining the Lucidya team.

Given the competitive nature of specialized tech roles in leading tech firms like Lucidya, it is advisable to apply at your earliest convenience.