Senior Cloud Security Architect: Akamai WAF & Global Lead

Leaders; North Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Leaders IT is seeking a senior consultant to implement Akamai web application firewall solutions for multinational clients. You will onboard customer websites behind the Akamai WAF and handle required network configurations including DNS, DHCP and origin settings.

Responsibilities include leading deployment projects, creating migration plans, guiding onboarding waves, and coordinating with site owners and network teams to ensure secure, reliable web applications.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience implementing Akamai WAF and related cloud security services.
• Deep knowledge of DNS, DHCP, routing and origin server management in global networks.
• Proven ability to plan, design and deploy large enterprise networks (WAN, SD-WAN, MPLS, campus LAN).

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation projects for cloud web application firewall solutions and onboarding of customer sites.
• Develop migration strategies and onboarding plans for waves of site onboarding.
• Provide technical leadership across the project lifecycle including risk mitigation and issue resolution.
• Support DNS validation, troubleshoot cutover issues and verify certificates/workflows.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and site owners, application teams and network admins.
• Perform root cause analysis and recommend remediation actions.
• Coordinate onboarding activities across regional sites and document progress.

Skills

Akamai WAF

DNS & DHCP

WAN/SD-WAN/MPLS

Network security

Project leadership

Education

CCIE

Tools

CCIE certification

Job description

About the Company:
Our client has established a strong Australian presence, becoming a leading global provider of integrated solutions to multinational enterprises nationwide.

About the Role:
This role is for a senior consultant to perform a network implementation of an Akamai web application firewall solution. The project will also involve onboarding customer websites behind an Akamai WAF solution and all necessary network configurations. The role requires extensive experience in DNS, DHCP, routing, C-Name changes, origin servers and the associated network impact for these changes.

Responsibilities:

• Lead implementation projects for cloud web application firewall solutions, including onboarding customer websites and configuring associated network settings.
• Develop migration strategies, onboarding plans, and ensure smooth execution of onboarding waves.
• Provide technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle, including issue resolution, risk mitigation, and guiding the onboarding process.
• Support DNS validation, troubleshoot cutover and onboarding issues, and confirm certificates and workflow integrity.
• Coordinate with diverse technical teams and stakeholders, including site owners, application teams, and network administrators.
• Perform root cause analysis for issues and recommend effective remediation activities.
• Assist in scheduling and coordinating onboarding activities across regional sites.
• Support project documentation, technical reviews, and stakeholder communication to ensure project success.

Skills and Experience:

• Deep experience with Akamai web, cloudfront, cloudflare design, configuration, and implementation.
• Extensive knowledge of DNS, DHCP, routing, C-Name changes, and origin server management within complex, global networks.
• Proven experience in planning, designing, and deploying large-scale enterprise networks, including WAN, SD-WAN, MPLS, and campus LAN environments.
• Industry certifications such as CCIE, with a strong foundation in network security and architecture.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and presentation skills, coupled with leadership abilities.
• The ability to work at both detailed and strategic levels on large transformation projects.
• A positive, proactive attitude with a strong sense of accountability and professionalism.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Pravin on***************@peoplebank.com.auquoting reference 272446.

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