WAF & Web App Security Engineer (Akamai Expert)

Parker Hannifin; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin is seeking a Web Application Security Engineer in Cleveland, Ohio. This role involves managing enterprise Web Application Firewall operations to protect high-traffic ecommerce sites and APIs. The ideal candidate will integrate security solutions into CI/CD pipelines, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and maintain WAF configurations.

Applicants should have at least 5 years in IT, with significant experience in managing cloud-based WAF platforms such as Akamai. Strong security analysis skills and an understanding of networking fundamentals are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in the IT field and 3+ years of hands-on experience managing cloud-based WAF platforms.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Experience analyzing security logs, traffic patterns, and attack behavior.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze inbound web traffic for suspicious activities.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate WAF solutions into CI/CD pipelines.
• Design, deploy, and manage WAF solutions for on-premise and cloud platforms.

Skills

Security log analysis

Networking fundamentals

Problem-solving

Agile/SCRUM environments

Education

4 year University/College Degree or equivalent

Tools

Akamai WAF

Job description

Parker Hannifin is seeking a Web Application Security Engineer in Cleveland, Ohio. This role involves managing enterprise Web Application Firewall operations to protect high-traffic ecommerce sites and APIs. The ideal candidate will integrate security solutions into CI/CD pipelines, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and maintain WAF configurations.

Applicants should have at least 5 years in IT, with significant experience in managing cloud-based WAF platforms such as Akamai. Strong security analysis skills and an understanding of networking fundamentals are essential.