Technical Consultant – Application Security
Location: Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Employment Type: Early Professional | Consulting
Company: IBM Consulting
Introduction
A career in IBM Consulting is based on building long-term relationships and collaborating closely with clients worldwide. You will engage with visionaries from various industries to enhance hybrid cloud and AI journeys for leading companies. Your impact will be amplified by IBM’s strategic partner ecosystem and extensive technology platforms, including IBM Software and Red Hat.
Curiosity and continuous learning are foundational to success at IBM Consulting. You will be encouraged to challenge norms, explore ideas beyond your immediate role, and craft innovative solutions that create groundbreaking impact across a broad client network.
Working within IBM Consulting Client Innovation Centers (delivery centers), you will contribute deep technical and industry expertise to a wide range of public and private sector clients globally. These centers provide localized skills to drive technology innovation and adoption.
Your Role and Responsibilities
Work on application security testing initiatives focusing on static and dynamic testing methodologies.
Strategize and plan the use of static application security testing (SAST), dynamic application security testing (DAST), and software composition analysis (SCA) tools.
Ensure the implementation and adherence to secure coding practices throughout development.
Required Education
Bachelor’s Degree
Preferred Education
Master’s Degree
Required Technical and Professional Expertise
BE / B.Tech in any discipline, or M.Sc. (Computer Science/IT), or M.C.A.
Minimum of 4 years of professional experience.
Hands-on experience with application security testing tools, including SAST, DAST, and SCA.
Strong knowledge of secure coding standards such as OWASP Top Ten.
Experience reviewing source code to identify and remediate security vulnerabilities.
Ability to conduct threat modeling sessions to proactively identify and mitigate security risks.
Preferred Technical and Professional Experience
Experience in vulnerability assessments and penetration testing of applications.
Proficiency with popular security testing tools such as Burp Suite, Nessus, or Fortify.
Strong expertise with static and dynamic application security testing tools.
About Business Unit
IBM Consulting is IBM’s global professional services and consulting arm, with industry-leading capabilities in business and technology transformation. We provide strategy, experience, technology, and operational services to some of the world’s most innovative companies. Our people focus on accelerating business outcomes through collaborative partnerships, with a strong commitment to responsible technology use that benefits people, partners, and the planet.
Your Life @ IBM
IBM embraces continuous change and innovation with dedication to client success and personal responsibility.
You will have opportunities to develop your career in an environment that encourages courage, experimentation, and trust.
IBM values diversity and fosters an inclusive culture where all employees can thrive.
Collaboration and feedback are core to IBM’s culture, ensuring growth for individuals and teams.
IBMers are empowered to make courageous decisions, embrace challenges with resourcefulness, and maintain an outcome-focused mindset.
About IBM
IBM’s greatest invention is its people—IBMers—who apply intelligence, science, and technology to improve business and society worldwide.
Since 1911, IBM has been a global leader in technology innovation, including hybrid cloud, AI, quantum computing, and blockchain.
IBM is one of the largest technology employers and trusted by many Fortune 50 companies.
We are committed to being a responsible innovator and a force for good in the world.
IBM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration regardless of race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. IBM adheres to fair employment practices related to citizenship and immigration status.
Are you ready to be an IBMer?
Apply now and join a company committed to innovation, responsibility, and global impact.
