About the Job
Job Title:
Application Security Architect
Industry:
AI & Information Technology
Location:
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Employment Type:
1-year contract (extendable)
About the Company
We are a dynamic and fast-growing IT company specialising in cutting-edge technology solutions for businesses of all sizes. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a highly skilled, detail-oriented, and motivated Application Security Architect to join our team.
Role Summary
The Application Security Architect plays a critical role in securing AI-driven platforms, enterprise applications, cloud services, and APIs across the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). This position is responsible for embedding security-by-design principles from early architecture through deployment and operations, ensuring applications are resilient against modern cyber threats.
Working closely with engineering, AI, DevOps, risk, and leadership teams, the Application Security Architect defines security standards, leads remediation initiatives, and ensures compliance with UAE regulatory requirements and international security frameworks.
Key Responsibilities
Security Architecture & Design:
- Design and implement secure architectures for applications, APIs, AI platforms, micro-services, and cloud-native environments.
- Develop application security frameworks aligned with enterprise architecture, AI workloads, and business objectives.
- Conduct architecture and design reviews to ensure security best practices are embedded from inception.
Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC):
- Embed application security controls throughout the SDLC, from requirements and design through development, testing, and deployment.
- Lead threat modeling exercises for applications, APIs, and AI systems.
- Define and promote secure coding standards and DevSecOps practices.
Risk Assessment & Vulnerability Management:
- Identify, assess, and prioritise application security risks and software vulnerabilities.
- Provide clear remediation guidance and collaborate with development teams to resolve findings.
- Oversee vulnerability scanning, static and dynamic code analysis, and third-party dependency security.
Standards, Policies & Compliance:
- Define, document, and enforce application security policies, standards, and guidelines.
- Ensure alignment with regulatory and compliance requirements relevant to the UAE (e.g., NESA, ISO 27001, NIST, OWASP).
- Support internal and external audits by providing security documentation, evidence, and assurance.
Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement:
- Act as a trusted security advisor to developers, AI engineers, DevOps teams, management, and auditors.
- Translate security requirements into practical, scalable solutions aligned with business needs.
- Deliver security awareness and guidance to engineering teams.
Security Testing & Assurance:
- Oversee application security testing, including penetration testing and security assessments.
- Review test results and validate the effectiveness of implemented security controls.
- Continuously improve security testing processes and tooling.
Program Leadership & Continuous Improvement:
- Lead and mature the Application Security Program across AI and IT platforms.
- Track application security metrics, risks, and remediation progress.
- Stay current with emerging threats, AI-specific risks, and industry security trends.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Technical Skills:
- Strong expertise in application security, security protocols, cryptography, and IT risk management.
- Experience with authentication and authorisation mechanisms, including MFA, OAuth, SSO, and identity management.
- Hands-on knowledge of vulnerability management tools, secure coding practices, and cloud security (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, DevSecOps, APIs, micro-services, and AI/ML environments.
Professional & Leadership Skills:
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence both technical and non-technical teams.
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, and analytical capabilities.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-growth AI and IT environment.
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Proven experience in application security architecture, security engineering, or a related role.
- Security certifications (CISSP, CSSLP, CCSP, GWAPT, or similar) are highly desirable.
Application Process:
Interested applicants are invited to apply via LinkedIn and send their updated CV to [Confidential Information]. Join us in driving the region's digital transformation and play a key role in securing an Application Security Architect position.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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