Security Architect

Project Role : Security Architect
Project Role Description : Define the cloud security framework and architecture, ensuring it meets the business requirements and performance goals. Document the implementation of the cloud security controls and transition to cloud security-managed operations.
Must have skills : Web Application Firewall (WAF)
Good to have skills : NA
Minimum 5 year(s) of experience is required
Educational Qualification : 15 years full time education
Summary: We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Akamai WAF Engineer to manage and enhance our web application security posture. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Akamai Kona Site Defender, web application firewall policies, bot management, and CDN performance optimization. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to design, deploy, and monitor security controls to defend against evolving web threats. Roles & Responsibilities: -Design, configure, and maintain Akamai WAF policies and rulesets. - Monitor and analyze WAF logs and alerts to detect and respond to threats. -Tune and optimize WAF policies to reduce false positives and enhance performance. -Collaborate with DevOps, AppSec, and infrastructure teams to integrate security controls into CI/CD pipelines. -Implement bot management and API protection strategies using Akamai tools. -Conduct regular security assessments and assist in incident response and forensic analysis. -Stay current on emerging web threats and contribute to proactive defense strategies. -Provide guidance on Akamai platform best practices, including cache policies, rate limiting, and traffic routing. Professional & Technical Skills: -Experience in web application security, with a focus on WAF technologies. -In-depth knowledge of Akamai Kona Site Defender and Akamai Control Center. -Strong understanding of HTTP/S protocols, OWASP Top 10, and common web attacks. -Experience with log analysis tools such as Splunk, ELK, or Akamai SIEM integrations. -Familiarity with CDN concepts, caching strategies, and traffic routing. - Ability to troubleshoot complex application delivery and security issues. -Scripting skills (Python, Shell, or JavaScript) are a plus. -Strong communication and documentation Additional Information: - The candidate should have minimum 7.5 years of experience in Web application firewall - This position is based at our Delhi/NCR, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Pune only No other location would be prefered - A 15 years full time education is required.