Provide technical leadership for secure development technologies including Software Composition Analysis (SCA), Static Application Security Testing (SAST), Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST), container security, code signing and secret detection.
Integrate security tooling into CI/CD pipelines and development workflows.
Help development teams embed secure-by-design principles throughout the software development lifecycle.
Act as the technical lead for application security, supporting engineers and stakeholders across the organisation.
Build and develop a high-performing team of application security engineers through coaching, mentoring and knowledge sharing.
Drive automation through scripting, APIs and infrastructure-as-code practices.
Monitor and support application security platforms, providing expert troubleshooting and incident support.
Make sure security controls align with industry standards and regulatory requirements including ISO 27001, NIST and GDPR.
Develop performance metrics and reporting that help measure and improve application security outcomes.
Work with technology, compliance and business teams to strengthen security awareness and ownership across Bupa.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who combines strong technical expertise with a collaborative and people-focused leadership style.
You'll ideally have
Significant experience designing, implementing and managing application security programmes and tooling.
Strong knowledge of application security practices, secure coding principles and vulnerability management.
Experience working with SCA, SAST, DAST and related application security technologies.
Strong experience integrating security into CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps environments.
Experience with automation and scripting tools such as Terraform, PowerShell, Python and REST APIs.
Experience leading technical teams and developing high-performing engineers.
Knowledge of security frameworks and regulations including ISO 27001, NIST and GDPR.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to different audiences.
Degree-level qualification in Cyber Security, Information Technology or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM and/or CISA would be advantageous.
Experience operating within complex enterprise environments.
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to make health happen for our people. Viva is our global wellbeing programme and includes all aspects of our health – from mental and physical, to financial, social and environmental wellbeing. We support flexible working and have a range of family friendly benefits.
Joining Bupa in this role you will receive the following benefits and more:
25 days holiday, increasing through length of service, with option to buy or sell
Enhanced pension and life insurance
Private medical insurance
Access to our health and wellbeing services
Discounts on Bupa products and services
Why Bupa
We're a health insurer and provider. With no shareholders, our customers are our focus. Our people are all driven by the same purpose – helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We make health happen by being brave, caring and responsible in everything we do.
We encourage all of our people to "Be you at Bupa", we champion diversity, and we understand the importance of our people representing the communities and customers we serve. That's why we especially encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. This means we aim to offer an interview/assessment to every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the role. We'll make sure you are treated fairly and offer reasonable adjustments as part of our recruitment process to anyone that needs them.
Time Type
- Full time
- Job Area:
- IT
- Locations:
- Anchorage 4, Salford Quays, Angel Court, London, Staines - Willow House
