Weddington, NC · On-site
$44.75 - $59.75/hr
This role is responsible for day-to-day WAF operations, security engineering, incident response, and implementation of security enhancements across enterprise environments. Required Skills ...
Weddington, NC · On-site
$44.75 - $59.75/hr
This role is responsible for day-to-day WAF operations, security engineering, incident response, and implementation of security enhancements across enterprise environments. Required Skills ...
This role is responsible for day-to-day WAF operations, security engineering, incident response, and implementation of security enhancements across enterprise environments. Required Skills ...
This role is responsible for day-to-day WAF operations, security engineering, incident response, and implementation of security enhancements across enterprise environments. Required Skills ...
Mint Hill, NC · On-site
$44.75 - $60/hr
This role is responsible for day-to-day WAF operations, security engineering, incident response, and implementation of security enhancements across enterprise environments. Required Skills ...
Mint Hill, NC · On-site
$44.75 - $60/hr
This role is responsible for day-to-day WAF operations, security engineering, incident response, and implementation of security enhancements across enterprise environments. Required Skills ...
This role is responsible for day-to-day WAF operations, security engineering, incident response, and implementation of security enhancements across enterprise environments. Required Skills ...
This role is responsible for day-to-day WAF operations, security engineering, incident response, and implementation of security enhancements across enterprise environments. Required Skills ...
This role involves utilizing tools such as Akamai Kona Site Defender, Web Application Firewall (WAF), Bot Manager, and DDoS mitigation services. The analyst will also monitor and suggest ...
This role involves utilizing tools such as Akamai Kona Site Defender, Web Application Firewall (WAF), Bot Manager, and DDoS mitigation services. The analyst will also monitor and suggest ...
This role involves utilizing tools such as Akamai Kona Site Defender, Web Application Firewall (WAF), Bot Manager, and DDoS mitigation services. The analyst will also monitor and suggest ...
This role involves utilizing tools such as Akamai Kona Site Defender, Web Application Firewall (WAF), Bot Manager, and DDoS mitigation services. The analyst will also monitor and suggest ...
Support daily operations of WAF real-time simulators in accordance with established facility procedures. Perform simulator startup, configuration verification, and operational readiness checks prior ...
Support daily operations of WAF real-time simulators in accordance with established facility procedures. Perform simulator startup, configuration verification, and operational readiness checks prior ...
Build the CDN/WAF paved road, automate onboarding of public endpoints to Akamai, with tooling that recommends and optimizes edge/CDN configurations for development teams * Engineer & tune edge ...
Build the CDN/WAF paved road, automate onboarding of public endpoints to Akamai, with tooling that recommends and optimizes edge/CDN configurations for development teams * Engineer & tune edge ...
Support daily operations of WAF real-time simulators in accordance with established facility procedures. Perform simulator startup, configuration verification, and operational readiness checks prior ...
Support daily operations of WAF real-time simulators in accordance with established facility procedures. Perform simulator startup, configuration verification, and operational readiness checks prior ...
Harrisburg, NC · On-site
$44.75 - $60/hr
This role is responsible for day-to-day WAF operations, security engineering, incident response, and implementation of security enhancements across enterprise environments. Required Skills ...
Harrisburg, NC · On-site
$44.75 - $60/hr
This role is responsible for day-to-day WAF operations, security engineering, incident response, and implementation of security enhancements across enterprise environments. Required Skills ...
This role involves utilizing tools such as Akamai Kona Site Defender, Web Application Firewall (WAF), Bot Manager, and DDoS mitigation services. The analyst will also monitor and suggest ...
This role involves utilizing tools such as Akamai Kona Site Defender, Web Application Firewall (WAF), Bot Manager, and DDoS mitigation services. The analyst will also monitor and suggest ...
Build the CDN/WAF paved road, automate onboarding of public endpoints to Akamai, with tooling that recommends and optimizes edge/CDN configurations for development teams * Engineer & tune edge ...
Build the CDN/WAF paved road, automate onboarding of public endpoints to Akamai, with tooling that recommends and optimizes edge/CDN configurations for development teams * Engineer & tune edge ...
Paw Creek, NC · On-site
$46 - $61.75/hr
This role is responsible for day-to-day WAF operations, security engineering, incident response, and implementation of security enhancements across enterprise environments. Required Skills ...
Paw Creek, NC · On-site
$46 - $61.75/hr
This role is responsible for day-to-day WAF operations, security engineering, incident response, and implementation of security enhancements across enterprise environments. Required Skills ...
Indian Trail, NC · On-site
$44.25 - $59.25/hr
This role is responsible for day-to-day WAF operations, security engineering, incident response, and implementation of security enhancements across enterprise environments. Required Skills ...
Indian Trail, NC · On-site
$44.25 - $59.25/hr
This role is responsible for day-to-day WAF operations, security engineering, incident response, and implementation of security enhancements across enterprise environments. Required Skills ...
Matthews, NC · On-site
$44.75 - $60.25/hr
This role is responsible for day-to-day WAF operations, security engineering, incident response, and implementation of security enhancements across enterprise environments. Required Skills ...
Matthews, NC · On-site
$44.75 - $60.25/hr
This role is responsible for day-to-day WAF operations, security engineering, incident response, and implementation of security enhancements across enterprise environments. Required Skills ...
Build the CDN/WAF paved road, automate onboarding of public endpoints to Akamai, with tooling that recommends and optimizes edge/CDN configurations for development teams * Engineer & tune edge ...
Build the CDN/WAF paved road, automate onboarding of public endpoints to Akamai, with tooling that recommends and optimizes edge/CDN configurations for development teams * Engineer & tune edge ...
Seattle, WA · On-site
$70K - $90K/yr
The WAF Technician will support DDG modernization, repair, and systems restoration work by managing Work Authorization Forms, tag-outs, work boundaries, and shipboard work control documentation. This ...
Seattle, WA · On-site
$70K - $90K/yr
The WAF Technician will support DDG modernization, repair, and systems restoration work by managing Work Authorization Forms, tag-outs, work boundaries, and shipboard work control documentation. This ...
Cramerton, NC · On-site
$43 - $57.75/hr
This role is responsible for day-to-day WAF operations, security engineering, incident response, and implementation of security enhancements across enterprise environments. Required Skills ...
Cramerton, NC · On-site
$43 - $57.75/hr
This role is responsible for day-to-day WAF operations, security engineering, incident response, and implementation of security enhancements across enterprise environments. Required Skills ...
Lake Park, NC · On-site
$44 - $59/hr
This role is responsible for day-to-day WAF operations, security engineering, incident response, and implementation of security enhancements across enterprise environments. Required Skills ...
Lake Park, NC · On-site
$44 - $59/hr
This role is responsible for day-to-day WAF operations, security engineering, incident response, and implementation of security enhancements across enterprise environments. Required Skills ...
Charlotte, NC · On-site
$46.75 - $62.50/hr
This role is responsible for day-to-day WAF operations, security engineering, incident response, and implementation of security enhancements across enterprise environments. Required Skills ...
Charlotte, NC · On-site
$46.75 - $62.50/hr
This role is responsible for day-to-day WAF operations, security engineering, incident response, and implementation of security enhancements across enterprise environments. Required Skills ...
$15.63 - $21.15
16% of jobs
$22.76 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$21.15 - $26.68
32% of jobs
The median wage is $28.06 / hr.
$26.68 - $32.21
8% of jobs
$32.21 - $37.74
1% of jobs
$37.74 - $43.27
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$43.27 - $48.80
0% of jobs
$48.80 - $54.33
1% of jobs
$54.33 - $59.86
3% of jobs
$63.85 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$59.86 - $65.38
19% of jobs
$65.38 - $70.91
10% of jobs
$70.91 - $76.44
9% of jobs
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A WAF (Web Application Firewall) job typically involves protecting web applications from cyber threats by monitoring and filtering HTTP traffic. Professionals in this role configure, manage, and optimize WAF solutions to prevent attacks like SQL injection, cross-site scripting (XSS), and DDoS. They analyze security logs, fine-tune firewall rules, and collaborate with IT teams to strengthen application security. Strong knowledge of networking, cybersecurity principles, and WAF technologies is essential for success in this role.
| Aspect | Waf | Network Security Specialist |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Role | Configuring and managing Web Application Firewalls to protect web apps | Implementing and maintaining overall network security measures |
| Certifications | Certified Web Application Defender, CompTIA Security+ | CISSP, CompTIA Security+ |
| Work Environment | Primarily in IT/security teams focusing on web app security | Broader network infrastructure environments |
| Industry Usage | Web hosting, e-commerce, online services | Corporate networks, data centers, enterprise IT |
While both roles focus on security, a Waf specializes in protecting web applications through Web Application Firewalls, whereas a Network Security Specialist oversees overall network security infrastructure. The roles often overlap but serve different aspects of cybersecurity.
The most popular types of Waf jobs are:
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Weddington, NC • On-site
$44.75 - $59.75/hr
Full-time
Posted 6 days ago
We are seeking an experienced Web Application Firewall (WAF) Engineer to support, maintain, and enhance enterprise web application security infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise with Akamai Kona, F5 ASM/AWAF, and API protection technologies, along with strong troubleshooting and network security skills. This role is responsible for day-to-day WAF operations, security engineering, incident response, and implementation of security enhancements across enterprise environments.
Required Skills & Qualifications Required Skills5+ years of hands-on experience deploying, configuring, and supporting enterprise Web Application Firewall (WAF) solutions.
Strong experience with:
Akamai Kona Site Defender
F5 ASM/AWAF
Salt Security API Protection (or similar API security platforms)
Solid understanding of Layer 7 (Application Layer) security concepts and TCP/IP networking fundamentals.
Experience troubleshooting complex application and network security issues using:
Packet captures (Wireshark/tcpdump)
CLI-based diagnostics
Network protocol analysis
Experience analyzing application logs and collaborating with development teams to improve application security and secure coding practices.
Strong documentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related discipline.
Experience supporting Network Access Control (NAC), enterprise firewalls, or other network security technologies.
Scripting or automation experience using Python or PowerShell.
Experience working in enterprise security operations and incident response environments.
Manage daily operations, monitoring, and administration of enterprise Web Application Firewall platforms, including Akamai Kona and F5 ASM/AWAF.
Perform proactive monitoring, troubleshooting, and incident resolution for WAF-related issues.
Design, implement, and support security architecture enhancements for existing and new security initiatives.
Conduct regular WAF health checks, policy reviews, and user activity audits.
Analyze application traffic, logs, and security events to identify threats, misconfigurations, and optimization opportunities.
Collaborate with application development teams to implement secure coding practices and resolve application security vulnerabilities.
Create, maintain, and update technical documentation, operational procedures, architecture diagrams, and security standards.
Participate in security incidents, root cause analysis, and post-incident reviews.
Support additional network security technologies as needed, including firewalls and Network Access Control solutions.
Participate in on-call rotation and provide after-hours support for critical security incidents.
