Senior/Lead Security Engineer - AKAMAI
We're seeking a seasoned Senior/Lead Security Engineer to strengthen the client's security team. This role involves close collaboration with the wider security group, focusing on web application defense and security operations.
Responsibilities
- Set up, refine, and manage WAF rules and policies through Akamai
- Take part in identifying, investigating, and resolving security incidents tied to web application threats
- Perform assessments of WAF setups, security policies, and overall web application security standing
- Detect and evaluate attack patterns, irregularities, and vulnerabilities affecting web applications
- Offer ongoing support to the security team, contributing expertise and recommended practices for web app protection
Requirements
- 6-15 years of combined IT experience
- Direct experience working with Akamai products (WAF, Kona Site Defender, or comparable Akamai security tools)
- Solid grasp of web application security fundamentals (OWASP Top 10, DDoS mitigation, bot management)
- Background in adjusting WAF rules and handling false positives
- Hands-on background responding to security incidents
- Capable of working autonomously while quickly adapting to a new team environment
- Strong English communication abilities
Nice to have
- Familiarity with alternative WAF/CDN solutions (Cloudflare, F5, Imperva)
- Knowledge of API security practices
- Relevant security credentials (CISSP, CEH, GWAPT)
Benefits
Opportunity to work on technical challenges that may impact across geographies
Vast opportunities for self-development: online university, knowledge sharing opportunities globally, learning opportunities through external certifications
Opportunity to share your ideas on international platforms
Sponsored Tech Talks & Hackathons
Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
Possibility to relocate to any EPAM office for short and long-term projects
Focused individual development
Benefit package:
- Health benefits
- Retirement benefits
- Paid time off
- Flexible benefits
Forums to explore beyond work passion (CSR, photography, painting, sports, etc.)