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MoniepointApplication Security Engineer
Moniepoint Inc. wants an Application Security Engineer to safeguard the software behind its financial services. The company describes itself as Africa's all-in-one financial platform and as…
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Moniepoint Inc. wants an Application Security Engineer to safeguard the software behind its financial services. The company describes itself as Africa's all-in-one financial platform and as Nigeria's leading merchant acquirer. The role is full-time and on-site. The engineer locates and reduces security flaws in web and mobile applications. Typical work includes automated and manual testing, penetration exercises that mirror real attacks, and written reports with suggested remediation. The engineer also…
Job Description
Moniepoint Inc. wants an Application Security Engineer to safeguard the software behind its financial services. The company describes itself as Africa's all-in-one financial platform and as Nigeria's leading merchant acquirer. The role is full-time and on-site.
The engineer locates and reduces security flaws in web and mobile applications. Typical work includes automated and manual testing, penetration exercises that mirror real attacks, and written reports with suggested remediation. The engineer also designs protective controls for sensitive information so that systems stay private, accurate, and reachable.
The role works alongside development teams to weave security into each stage of building software, supports responses to application security incidents, and verifies that products satisfy applicable norms and rules. It also covers teaching secure coding techniques to developers and keeping stakeholders aware of the latest threats.
The listing fits a candidate who holds a degree in computing, information security, or a related discipline, has a proven record in application security, and has practical skill with testing tools, secure coding, and cloud-hosted web architectures. Staying current on emerging threats and on secure development practice is part of the role.
Responsibilities
- Assess application security through manual and automated testing of web and mobile apps
- Work with development teams to fold security practices into the software development lifecycle
- Design and implement controls that protect sensitive data
- Run penetration tests and report findings with recommended fixes
- Support incident response for application security events alongside cross-functional teams
- Verify that applications conform to applicable security norms, rules, and sector practice
- Develop secure coding training for developers and oversee security monitoring tools
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in computing, infosec, or a closely allied discipline
- Proven background in AppSec or a closely similar role
- Deep understanding of AppSec principles and the vulnerability classes that appear most often
- Practical experience with security testing software and methods
- Familiarity with secure development practices and application security frameworks
- Solid knowledge of web application design and cloud environments
- Completed B.Sc. and NYSC service, or a valid exemption or exclusion certificate
Qualifications
- Credentials like OSCP, CEH, LPT, GPEN, or CISSP, or the equivalent
- Analytical outlook, sharp problem solving, and polished communication
- Understanding of the regulations that govern application security
Core Skills
Benefits
- Competitive salary, pension, and health coverage
- Employee stock options and an annual bonus
- A learning environment with internal technical presentations
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Is this role on-site?
The posting lists the role as on-site. It does not name a specific city.
What employment type is this?
The posting describes this as a full-time position.
What salary applies?
The posting does not state a salary figure. It mentions a competitive salary, pension, health coverage, employee stock options, and an annual bonus.
What experience is required?
The posting asks for a bachelor's degree, proven application security experience, and hands-on knowledge of security testing tools.
What is the hiring process?
The stages are a take-home test, a technical round with an Engineering lead, and a final round that combines behavioural and technical questions with an executive.
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