Security Engineer, Web Application Security
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WorldwideFully remoteFull TimeMid LevelInformation Technology
USD 106,600–146,500 a yearPosted 2 hours ago2h agoApply link checked 2 hours ago
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- Hiring model
- Open worldwide · the employer states no country restriction
- Work from
- Anywhere, the UAE included
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About the role
Responsibilities
- Configure, maintain, and support Web Application Firewall (WAF) protections using Akamai App & API Protector
- Monitor and investigate web security events including Layer 7 attacks, DDoS, and OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities
- Manage CDN and edge security configurations, including caching, DNS, and origin connectivity
- Support the lifecycle management of public TLS certificates, including renewal, deployment, and validation
- Participate in incident response activities and on-call rotations for globally distributed applications
- Develop automation scripts using Python, PowerShell, or Bash to improve operational processes
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Security Operations, Compliance, and Cloud Engineering
- Maintain technical documentation, troubleshooting guides, and runbooks
- Support PCI DSS and internal audit activities through technical evidence gathering
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or equivalent experience
- 2-4+ years of experience in cybersecurity, networking, infrastructure, or cloud engineering
- Foundational understanding of reverse proxies, CDN concepts, REST APIs, and web applications
- Knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, TLS/SSL, and HTTP/HTTPS
- Familiarity with WAF technologies and common web security threats
- Strong technical troubleshooting skills using logs and diagnostic information
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Hands-on experience with Akamai or similar WAF/CDN platforms
- Experience with Akamai technologies like Bot Manager, Cloudlets, and Edge DNS
- Experience with public TLS certificate management
- Experience working with cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
- Experience with SIEM or log analysis platforms like Splunk or Sentinel
- Basic scripting experience with Python, PowerShell, or Bash
- Experience working with REST APIs
- Familiarity with Git, Infrastructure-as-Code, or DevOps practices
- Security certifications such as Security+, GSEC, or Akamai certifications
What we look for
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or IT
- 2-4+ years of experience in cybersecurity, networking, or cloud engineering
- Understanding of reverse proxies, CDN, and REST APIs
- Knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, TLS/SSL, and HTTP/HTTPS
- Familiarity with WAF technologies and OWASP Top 10
- Experience troubleshooting with logs
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