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Associate- Product Security

42Gears · Bengaluru, India

Join 42Gears as an entry-level Associate - Product Security engineer to assist in security testing, VAPT, and SBOM generation while learning from senior engineers.

What you will do

  • Assist in security testing of web applications, APIs and mobile applications.
  • Help generate and review Software Bills of Materials and check components for vulnerabilities.
  • Reproduce and document security findings with clear steps and remediation advice.
  • Support the preparation of VAPT and SBOM reports.
  • Write small scripts to automate repetitive security checks.
  • Keep track of new vulnerabilities and security advisories relevant to our products.

What you need

  • B.E. / B.Tech in Computer Science or a related engineering discipline.
  • Final-year students for internships, and recent graduates.
  • Good coding fundamentals in Python, Java, JavaScript or similar.
  • Basic understanding of computer networks, operating systems and web technologies.

Good to have

  • Basic knowledge of cybersecurity concepts, or an academic interest in Cybersecurity / Information Security.
  • Familiarity with common security testing tools such as Burp Suite, Nmap or OWASP ZAP.
  • Awareness of the OWASP Top 10.
  • Practice on platforms like TryHackMe, Hack The Box or CTFs, or a relevant course or certification.
  • Eagerness to learn and curiosity about how systems can break.
  • Analytical thinking and attention to detail.
  • Clear written and verbal communication.

Pay and perks

  • Internal training and a dedicated mentor.
  • Hands-on exposure to real VAPT and SBOM projects.
  • Career path in Application Security, VAPT or Software Supply Chain Security.

How to apply

  • Keep this role in view and open the application form when you are ready by clicking Apply Now.