Junior Information Security Specialist at bet365

Stoke-on-Trent, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Information Security, Secure Development Lifecycles, Automated Testing, Dynamic Testing, Static Testing, Manual Testing, OWASP, Threat Modelling, Software Development, Programming Languages, Web Application Penetration Testing, Communication Skills, Documentation Skills, Risk Assessments, Code Reviews, Supply Chain Assurance

Industry

Gambling Facilities and Casinos

Description

Company Description At bet365, we're one of the world's leading online gambling companies, revolutionising the industry since 2000. Founded by Denise Coates CBE, we now employ over 9,000 people and serve over 100 million customers in 27 languages. Our focus on In-Play betting has solidified our market-leading position, offering an unmatched experience across 96 sports and 700,000 streaming events. With over 750 concurrent sporting fixtures at peak and more live sports streamed than anyone else in Europe, we handle over 6 billion HTTP requests daily and process more than 2 million bets per hour at peak. We empower our employees to push boundaries and explore new ideas, cultivating a culture that celebrates and rewards creativity. This offers employees a wealth of opportunities for growth, giving them the opportunity to make a real impact in the world of online gambling. As a forward-thinking company, we’re breaking new ground in software innovation too, redefining what’s possible for our customers worldwide. Job Description As a Junior Information Security Specialist, you will focus on securing applications through analysis of code, supply chains and threat modelling, to ensure the effectiveness of security measures. The application security team deal with the security of closed source, open source and proprietary applications. It is our mission to ensure applications are developed and implemented in a secure manner and any identified risks are remediated efficiently through penetration testing. You will work alongside our software development teams to ensure application based vulnerabilities are understood and mitigated. The wider Information Security department is comprised of engineers and analysts from varying backgrounds. Collectively, the team utilises enterprise and bespoke tooling to identify and mitigate threats, safeguarding the Company. We utilise AI to enhance our existing security processes and practices. You will play a key role in our journey to leverage this powerful technology in strengthening our application security. This role is eligible for inclusion in the Company’s hybrid working from home policy. Qualifications Knowledge of a broad range of Information Security topics. Educated to degree level in an information technology subject or similar discipline, or other demonstrable experience. Knowledge of Secure Development Lifecycles and the assessment of code. Understanding of automated, dynamic and static application security testing tools, as well as manual security testing to find vulnerabilities and logical issues. Familiar with OWASP (Open Web Application Security Project) and it’s utilisation within threat modelling. Basic knowledge of software development and programming languages. Basic understanding of conducting and reporting on web application penetration testing. Strong communication and documentation skills. Additional Information Supporting the project process to ensure that information security aspects are considered up front and throughout the project lifecycle. Performing manual and automated code reviews, escalating remediation where appropriate. Providing support to software development teams to ensure security is considered throughout the development lifecycle. Conducting reviews on third party packages and software to ensure compliance with the Company’s supply chain assurance processes, identifying flaws and vulnerabilities. Performing basic risk assessments, threat modelling and design reviews to ensure effective security controls are in place. Identifying opportunities for converting manual tasks into automated processes. By applying to us you are agreeing to share your Personal Data in accordance with our Recruitment Privacy Notice - https://www.bet365careers.com/privacy-policy At bet365, we're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels welcome, respected and valued. Where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of their background. We're Never Ordinary, and we're always striving to be better. If you need any adjustments or accommodations to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Responsibilities

As a Junior Information Security Specialist, you will focus on securing applications through analysis of code, supply chains, and threat modelling. You will work alongside software development teams to ensure application-based vulnerabilities are understood and mitigated.