We are hiring a Lead Security Engineer to enhance the client’s Akamai-based web application protection and incident response capabilities. In this role, you will collaborate with the wider security team to assess WAF posture, spot suspicious patterns, and refine defenses against real-world attacks. Apply now to help safeguard critical web applications.

Responsibilities

- Implement and maintain Akamai WAF rules and policies, ensuring effective protection

- Investigate, diagnose, and help resolve security incidents connected to web application threats

- Review and assess WAF deployments, security policies, and overall web application security status

- Analyze attack trends, unusual behavior, and vulnerabilities that target web applications

- Support the security team with guidance, expertise, and best practices for web application defense

Requirements

- Broad IT experience with 5+ years of skilled experience spanning security engineering and operations





- Direct expertise with Akamai offerings (WAF, Kona Site Defender, or comparable Akamai security tools)

- Deep understanding of web application security concepts such as OWASP Top 10, DDoS mitigation, and bot management

- Demonstrated ability to tune WAF rules effectively while addressing false positives

- Hands-on incident response experience for security events affecting web applications

- Self-directed working style with the flexibility to integrate fast into a new team

- Strong English communication skills (spoken and written)

Nice to have

- Familiarity with WAF/CDN alternatives including Cloudflare, F5, and Imperva

- Knowledge of API security approaches and controls

- Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CEH, and GWAPT

📌 Lead Security Engineer, Akamai WAF (Coimbatore)
🏢 EPAM Systems
📍 Coimbatore