WAF Engineer
Job Summary
At Cadmus we believe that technology only makes sense when it truly transforms lives and businesses. For over 30 years we have been building solutions that combine innovation closeness and real impact and this is just the beginning.
Here you are no longer just another person. You are the protagonist of a journey that values ideas fosters growth and makes room for the new. Our culture recognized by GPTW reflects what we experience every day: collaboration continuous learning and respect for people.
If you want to be part of a team that not only keeps up with the future but helps build it Cadmus is the place for you. Come grow with us.
Role Summary
The WAF Engineer will act as a subject matter expert responsible for the design implementation and
ongoing optimization of Web Application Firewall (WAF) solutions in a global enterprise environment. The
role focuses on protecting web applications APIs and digital assets through scalable and resilient
security controls. The engineer will collaborate with security infrastructure DevOps and application
teams to ensure effective threat mitigation and alignment with enterprise security standards with a
strong emphasis on modern WAF platforms including Akamai
Key Responsibilities
Design configure and optimize WAF policies rules and protection mechanisms
Develop and maintain custom security rules aligned with OWASP Top 10 and emerging threats
Monitor analyze and respond to WAF logs alerts and security events
Support implementation and tuning of WAF solutions in cloud and hybrid environments
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure application and API exposure
Implement automation and scripting to improve WAF configuration deployment and governance
Provide guidance on application security API protection and edge security best practices
Participate in incident response activities related to web-based threats and attacks
Contribute to continuous improvement of the organizations cybersecurity posture
Required Qualifications / Skills
Strong hands-on experience with Web Application Firewall (WAF) technologies
Knowledge of Akamai WAF or similar enterprise-grade WAF platforms
Solid understanding of HTTP/HTTPS TLS DNS CDN architectures and API security
Deep knowledge of OWASP Top 10 and common web application attack vectors
Experience with scripting and automation (Python Bash or PowerShell)
Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform is a plus
Knowledge of cloud environments such as AWS Azure or GCP
Experience with vulnerability management and secure application practices
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact with global teams
Fluent English is mandatory (written and spoken)
Experience Requirements
5 years of hands-on experience working with WAF technologies
6 years of overall experience in IT with a focus on cybersecurity or application security
Experience in global or enterprise-scale environments is highly preferred
Education
Bachelors degree in Information Technology Computer Science Engineering or a related field or
equivalent professional experience
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Akamai ecosystem (WAF CDN edge security)
Background in API security and modern application architectures
Relevant security certifications such as CISSP CISM CISA or GIAC are a plus
Working Model & Collaboration
This role operates in a global environment collaborating with international teams across multiple time
zones. The engineer will work closely with cybersecurity infrastructure and application teams to ensure
consistent protection of enterprise platforms.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
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