Application Security Engineer (KTP Associate)
Requisition Id: 503Job Location: Gateway HouseFull-time/Part-time: Full-timeMaximum Salary: 38,784.00 GBPMinimum Salary: 32,080.00 GBPApplication Closing Date: 24/07/2026
This 18‑month fixed‑term project is funded via the Innovate UK Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) programme. The KTP associate will lead the project with support from the university and business teams, applying academic knowledge to a real‑world challenge. The role requires the associate to be based at Swipe & Tap Limited in Leicester; remote working is not an option. The project goal is to develop a bespoke secure‑by‑design software solution that enables continuous and affordable security validation of web, mobile and API services.
Key Responsibilities
- Work collegiately to design and build a robust, scalable security validation capability that supports continuous testing across web, mobile and API applications.
- Ensure the usability, robustness and security of the developed solution.
- Remain aware of relevant current technological advancements.
- Produce high‑standard periodic progress reports, deliver presentations as required and disseminate findings and project outputs in peer‑reviewed academic publications.
- Define and maintain data management plan, project plan and risk register.
- Upskill relevant staff and embed technical knowledge.
- Contribute to meetings and scholarly dissemination linked to the KTP.
- Create technical manuals, periodic project progress reports and final project report.
Ideal Candidate
We are seeking a motivated and talented graduate with a Bachelor’s degree at 2:1 or higher in Software Engineering, Cyber Security, Computer Science, or a closely related discipline. A higher degree, such as an MSc or PhD, in a relevant field or equivalent industrial experience would be advantageous.
The Successful Candidate Will Have
- A minimum of one year of relevant industrial experience.
- Proficient knowledge of one or more programming languages, e.g., C++, Python or Java.
- Strong knowledge of continuous integration and continuous delivery/deployment pipelines.
- Strong knowledge of secure software development practices.
- Wide experience with code review, debugging, QA, test automation tools and frameworks.
- Strong knowledge of application security testing, including IAST, SAST and DAST.
- Good knowledge of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence algorithms.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
- Strong communication, presentation and report‑writing skills for both technical and non‑technical audiences.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to learn new skills and develop original techniques, algorithms and methods.
Interviews will be conducted in two stages: an initial phone screening to verify eligibility and right to work, followed by an in‑person panel interview with a practical task. Interviews are anticipated in mid‑August.
Contact
Muhammad Kazim (Senior Lecturer in Cyber Security) – e. muhammad.kazim@dmu.ac.uk
Mujeeb Ur Rehman (Associate Professor) – e. mujeeb.rehman@dmu.ac.uk
Competencies
- Literature Review
- Data Collection
- Data Analysis
- Project Management
- Report Writing
- Ethical Compliance
- Presentation Skills
- Grant Writing
- Continuous Learning
Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Communication
- Organisation
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Resilience
- Honesty and Compassion
- Innovation and Creativity
- Community Mindedness
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