Hybrid Akamai Security Engineer — WAF, CDN & Bot Defense

Whitehall Resources; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT consultancy firm is seeking an Akamai Security Engineer for a hybrid role based in Cheshire. The engineer will manage and deploy Akamai security solutions, ensuring the security and reliability of web and API platforms. Responsibilities include configuring security tools, monitoring threats, and assisting with incident response. The ideal candidate has experience with Akamai technologies, a strong understanding of web security, and basic scripting skills. This is an 8-month contract with flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Experience working with Akamai technologies (e.g., KSD, WAF, CDN).
• Understanding of web security fundamentals: OWASP Top 10, DDoS, bot activity.
• Familiarity with HTTP/S, DNS, TLS, caching, and content delivery networks.
• Basic scripting or automation experience (Python, Shell, or Akamai APIs).
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain Akamai security tools like Kona Site Defender, WAF, and Bot Manager.
• Support implementation of security policies and traffic routing configurations.
• Monitor web traffic and assist in incident response activities.
• Tune WAF and bot rules to improve protection effectiveness.
• Manage certificates and property updates in Akamai console.

Skills

Experience with Akamai technologies

Understanding of web security fundamentals

Familiarity with HTTP/S, DNS, TLS

Basic scripting or automation experience

Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills

Job description

A leading IT consultancy firm is seeking an Akamai Security Engineer for a hybrid role based in Cheshire. The engineer will manage and deploy Akamai security solutions, ensuring the security and reliability of web and API platforms. Responsibilities include configuring security tools, monitoring threats, and assisting with incident response. The ideal candidate has experience with Akamai technologies, a strong understanding of web security, and basic scripting skills. This is an 8-month contract with flexible working arrangements.