WAF Operations Engineer: Protect Web Apps & Detect Threats

Ernst & Young Oman; Chantilly (VA); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 192,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Pension and 401(k)

Hybrid work model

Paid time off

Job summary

Ernst & Young LLP seeks a WAF Operations Solution Engineer to configure and operate web application firewalls, ensuring optimal security and performance for client applications.

You will monitor traffic, analyze security events, and respond to incidents while collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve the security posture. The role requires hands-on WAF experience, Terraform, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in web application security operations, with a focus on WAF management.
• Hands-on experience with WAF solutions such as Cloudflare and Imperva is required.
• Proficiency in using Terraform for infrastructure automation is preferred.
• Strong understanding of web application protocols, security principles, and best practices.
• Familiarity with ITIL processes and ticketing systems for incident management.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, Security+) are a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Configure, manage, and optimize WAF solutions to establish effective security controls for web applications.
• Provide ongoing operational coverage of web application firewalls, ensuring they function correctly and efficiently.
• Monitor application traffic and security events to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities.
• Conduct thorough analysis of security incidents, including root cause analysis and remediation efforts.
• Collaborate with incident response teams to investigate and respond to security incidents in a timely manner.
• Develop and maintain WAF policies, rules, and documentation to align with best practices and compliance requirements.
• Provide support for security audits and assessments, promoting adherence to security standards and policies.
• Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies to enhance the organization's security posture.
• Utilize various WAF solutions, including Cloudflare and Imperva, for implementation and management, ensuring optimal configuration and performance.
• Leverage Terraform for infrastructure as code (IaC) to automate the deployment and management of WAF solutions.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide guidance on WAF management and incident response processes.

Skills

WAF management

Security operations

Incident response

Terraform

ITIL/ ticketing

Analytical thinking

Communication

Independent & collaborative work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT/Cybersecurity or related

Tools

Cloudflare

Imperva

Job description

Ernst & Young LLP seeks a WAF Operations Solution Engineer to configure and operate web application firewalls, ensuring optimal security and performance for client applications.

You will monitor traffic, analyze security events, and respond to incidents while collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve the security posture. The role requires hands-on WAF experience, Terraform, and strong communication skills.