WAF Security Engineer — Cloud & App Protection

McKesson; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 53,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

McKesson is seeking a Network Security Engineer (WAF) to protect its global technology environment. You will design and optimise security controls across cloud and on-premises platforms, working with infrastructure and cybersecurity teams to secure internet-facing applications and reduce risk.

Responsibilities include implementing WAF protections, managing firewall policies, and supporting incident response. A Bachelor's degree and 4+ years in cybersecurity engineering are required.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in enterprise network security (firewalls, WAFs or IPS).
• Experience configuring and managing Web Application Firewall (WAF) solutions for internet-facing apps.
• Experience designing and maintaining firewall rules, network segmentation, access policies.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, HTTP/HTTPS, DNS, and network security principles.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain WAF protections for internet-facing apps.
• Develop and manage firewall policies and network segmentation.
• Collaborate with infra and engineering teams on architecture and traffic flows.
• Analyze network traffic and security events to improve detection.

Skills

WAF

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

Networking

Security analytics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

WAF platforms

Networking tools

Job description

McKesson is seeking a Network Security Engineer (WAF) to protect its global technology environment. You will design and optimise security controls across cloud and on-premises platforms, working with infrastructure and cybersecurity teams to secure internet-facing applications and reduce risk.

Responsibilities include implementing WAF protections, managing firewall policies, and supporting incident response. A Bachelor's degree and 4+ years in cybersecurity engineering are required.