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Web Application Firewall Engineer

Charlotte, NC, US • Posted 13 hours ago • Updated 1 hour ago

Contract Independent

On-site

USD $40.00 - 48.00 per hour

Judge Group, Inc.

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Skills

Optimization
Web Applications
Technical Support
Problem Solving
Auditing
Technical Writing
Management
Collaboration
Security Controls
Akamai
F5
Oracle ASM
Application Service Management
API
WAF
Command-line Interface
TCP/IP
Computer Networking
Software Security
Information Systems
Computer Science
Cyber Security
Stakeholder Management
Communication
Network Security
Network
Access Control
NAC
Firewall
Scripting
Python
Windows PowerShell
Privacy
Marketing

Summary

Location: Charlotte, NC Salary: $40.00 CAD Hourly - $48.00 CAD Hourly Description:
Job Title: Web Application Firewall (WAF) Engineer

Location: Charlotte, NC (Hybrid)

Duration: Long-Term Contract

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Web Application Firewall (WAF) Engineer to join a cybersecurity team responsible for implementing, managing, and enhancing enterprise security controls. This role focuses on the deployment, monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization of web application firewall technologies while supporting critical security initiatives across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot enterprise Web Application Firewall (WAF) platforms, including F5 and Akamai environments.
Provide advanced-level technical support and problem resolution for supported security technologies.
Participate in architecture, engineering, and implementation activities for existing security platforms and new security projects.
Conduct regular system health assessments, audits, and security reviews.
Create and maintain technical documentation related to security solutions, operational procedures, design standards, and management practices.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security controls effectively support business and technology requirements.
Assist with security infrastructure initiatives and contribute to broader network security programs.

Required Qualifications:

5+ years of hands-on experience deploying and supporting enterprise WAF solutions, including:

Akamai Kona
F5 ASM/AWAF
Salt API Protection

Strong knowledge of WAF operations, monitoring, and incident troubleshooting.
Experience with packet capture analysis, command-line troubleshooting, and network diagnostics.
Solid understanding of TCP/IP networking and Layer 7 application security concepts.
Ability to analyze application logs and partner with development teams to promote secure coding practices.
Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong stakeholder management and client-focused communication abilities.
Ability to work flexible schedules and participate in on-call support rotations.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with additional network security technologies such as:

Network Access Control (NAC)
Firewalls
Other enterprise security platforms

Scripting or automation experience using:

Python
PowerShell

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Dice Id: cxjudgpa
Position Id: 1139467
Posted 13 hours ago

Company Info

About Judge Group, Inc.

The Judge Group, is a leading professional services firm specializing in talent, technology, and learning solutions. We consult, staff, train, and solve. Through our work we make people and organizations better.

Our services are successfully delivered through a network of more than 30 offices across the United States, Canada, and India. The Judge Group is proud to partner with the best and brightest companies in business today, including over 60 of the Fortune 100. We serve organizations in financial services, healthcare, life sciences, insurance, government (including aerospace and defense), manufacturing, and technology and telecommunications.

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