WAF Specialist

Role Description :

The WAF Specialist will be responsible for the design, implementation, and ongoing management of Web Application Firewall (WAF) solutions, with a focus on Akamai and other cloud-based security platforms. This role involves proactive threat detection, rule creation, traffic analysis, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure robust application security. The candidate should be adaptable, detail-oriented, and capable of leading initiatives independently while supporting day-to-day operations.

Additional Information : Should be open to work in shifts.

Key Responsibilities-WAF

• Design and implement custom WAF rules, including traffic filtering based on headers, IPs, and user-agent strings.
• Monitor WAF dashboards for threat detection and mitigation.
• Analyze and respond to security incidents related to web applications.
• Collaborate with application and infrastructure teams to fine-tune WAF policies.
• Perform regular rule audits and updates based on evolving threat landscapes.
• Manage WAF configurations and ensure alignment with security best practices.
• Participate in change management and incident response processes.
• Coordinate with vendors like Akamai, Imperva, and Cloudflare for support and enhancements.
• Conduct performance tuning and ensure minimal false positives.
• Assist in vulnerability mitigation and patching efforts.
• Document WAF configurations, rule sets, and operational procedures.

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Essential Skills Required :