Edge Security Engineer

TEKsystems; Orlando (FL); Remote; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking multiple Cyber Security Engineers to enhance Web/Edge Security for a major entertainment organization. This role involves protecting high-traffic websites and applications by leveraging cutting-edge technologies like Akamai's Kona Site Defender and AWS Web Application Firewalls. As part of a dynamic engineering team, you'll tackle security challenges, collaborate with developers, and proactively manage vulnerabilities. This fully remote position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about cybersecurity.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee assistance program

Paid time off (PTO)

Qualifications

• 2+ years of WAF experience with Akamai's Kona Site Defender.
• 1+ year of Network Security experience.
• Experience in Vulnerability Management for Websites.

Responsibilities

• Track malicious web traffic and engineer mitigation solutions.
• Collaborate with development teams to secure websites and APIs.
• Perform weekly analysis of web traffic and create threat reports.

Skills

Akamai

Kona Site Defender

Information security

Network Security

Vulnerability Management

Firewall

Incident response

Job description

life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan

United States, Florida, Orlando

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*Description*
TEKsystems is seeking multiple Cyber Security Engineers to focus on Web/Edge Security for the Disney Experiences organization. Candidates must have at least 2+ years of WAF experience with Akamai's Kona Site Defender, 2+ years of Vulnerability Management for Websites, and 1+ year of Network Security experience to join a full-stack engineering team responsible for security, operations, engineering, architecture, and automation at Disney.*

Responsibilities:

1. Track malicious web traffic (bad actors, bots, etc.) and consult with application teams to engineer mitigation solutions.
2. Collaborate with Web & Mobile Development teams and applications like Disneyworld.com, Dining and Hotel Reservation systems, ShopDisney, Disney Cruises, Virtual Queuing, Disneyland.com, and other web/mobile platforms using edge solutions.
3. Utilize Kona Site Defender within the Akamai suite and AWS Web Application Firewalls to secure websites and APIs.
4. Perform weekly analysis of web traffic, create threat reports, and develop high-tech security solutions.
5. Research and proactively plan against potential threats targeting Disney websites.
6. Work with developers to remediate website vulnerabilities and improve security.
7. Coordinate with the SOC team on security incidents.
8. Evaluate other web security application solutions.

Top Skills:

• Akamai
• Kona Site Defender
• Information security
• Network Security
• Vulnerability Management
• Firewall
• Incident response

Additional Qualifications:

• Effective communication skills to articulate complex security concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ownership mindset to proactively manage security systems and seek improvements.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills for analyzing security breaches and devising solutions.
• Growth mindset to embrace challenges and continuous learning in security protocols and technologies.

Experience Level: Intermediate

Pay Range: $74.00 - $77.70/hr. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, disability, HSA, transportation, employee assistance, PTO, and more. This is a fully remote position. Application deadline: May 9, 2025.

About TEKsystems: A leading provider of business and technology services, working with Fortune 500 companies globally, delivering strategic and technical solutions to accelerate business transformation.

Equal opportunity employer. All applications are considered without regard to protected characteristics.

Applicants should apply directly through the employer’s website.