1

Web Application Firewall Waf Engineer Jobs in Nevada

Certifications Candidate should have valid certifications of loadbalancers, web proxies, firewalls, waf ETC. Additional Information CISCO WSA IRONPORT PROXY, CONTENT SMA, F5 GTM, BIG IQ - Mandatory

Familiarity with relational database systems, object-oriented programming, and web application development concepts. * Exposure to network diagnostics or web analytics tools. * Basic knowledge of ...

Web Developer Manhattan, NY. Full Time QUALIFICATIONS A web developer at heart - excited about modern web development, minimum 3+ years' web development background Single Page Application design (ex.

... application building to support students from HTML beginners through advanced developers building ... stack web applications. * Effective Teaching Methods: Ability to identify concepts students ...

... application building to support students from HTML beginners through advanced developers building ... stack web applications. * Effective Teaching Methods: Ability to identify concepts students ...

Web Development Tutor

Reno, NV · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

... application building to support students from HTML beginners through advanced developers building ... stack web applications. * Effective Teaching Methods: Ability to identify concepts students ...

... application building to support students from HTML beginners through advanced developers building ... stack web applications. * Effective Teaching Methods: Ability to identify concepts students ...

LoadRunner Architect

Manhattan, NV · On-site

$166K/yr

Strong experience in LoadRunner, experience in Performance Engineering as an architect * Provide ... Experience with common Java web application architecture frameworks, distribution mechanisms and ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

Web Application Firewall Waf Engineer information

See Nevada salary details

$30

$67

$98

How much do web application firewall waf engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for web application firewall waf engineer in Nevada is $67.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57.50 and $76.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Web Application Firewall (WAF) engineer?

A Web Application Firewall (WAF) Engineer is a cybersecurity professional responsible for configuring, managing, and maintaining web application firewalls to protect web applications from threats such as SQL injection, cross-site scripting (XSS), and other common web exploits. They work to ensure that web applications are secure by designing WAF policies, monitoring traffic, and responding to security incidents. WAF Engineers also collaborate with development and operations teams to identify vulnerabilities and implement effective protection strategies. Their role is critical in safeguarding sensitive data and maintaining the integrity and availability of web-based services.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Web Application Firewall (WAF) engineer?

To thrive as a Web Application Firewall (WAF) Engineer, you need a solid understanding of web security concepts, HTTP/HTTPS protocols, and experience with firewall configuration, often supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with WAF platforms (such as AWS WAF, F5, or Imperva), scripting languages, and certifications like CEH or CISSP are typically required. Attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and effective communication help you proactively identify threats and work closely with development and security teams. These skills are crucial to protect web applications against evolving cyber threats and ensure organizational security.

What are some common challenges faced by Web Application Firewall (WAF) engineers, and how can they be addressed?

WAF Engineers often encounter challenges such as tuning firewall rules to minimize false positives while ensuring robust security, keeping up with rapidly evolving web application threats, and balancing security needs with application performance. Successfully addressing these issues requires continuous monitoring, regular updates to security policies, and close collaboration with development and DevOps teams to understand application changes. Adopting automation tools and participating in ongoing security training can also help WAF Engineers stay effective and proactive against new vulnerabilities.

What are popular job titles related to Web Application Firewall Waf Engineer jobs in Nevada?

For Web Application Firewall Waf Engineer jobs in Nevada, the most frequently searched job titles are:

What job categories do people searching Web Application Firewall Waf Engineer jobs in Nevada look for?

The top searched job categories for Web Application Firewall Waf Engineer jobs in Nevada are:

What cities in Nevada are hiring for Web Application Firewall Waf Engineer jobs?

Cities in Nevada with the most Web Application Firewall Waf Engineer job openings:

Senior Infrastructure Analyst

North Las Vegas, NV • On-site

$97K - $145K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago


Job description


The Information Technology Directorate is looking for a high-performing individual to join our team as a Senior Infrastructure Analyst.
Responsibilities
  • Implement cloud computing architecture solutions (with a focus on Azure) that address cloud security and compliance fundamentals, deployment automation and elastic sizing of environments and multi-tenant implementations.
  • Create migration plans and migrate on-prem resources and workloads to Azure using infrastructure as code, and other methods, including PowerShell and Azure Command-Line Interface (CLI).
  • Configure and administer Entra ID, Identity and access management (IAM), RBAC, SSO, Security/Policies/Resource Governing/Azure Key Vault.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to cloud functionality, security, design and configuration.
  • Enable DevOps development activities and complex development tasks that will involve working with tools such as Docker, Kafka, and container management systems.
  • Lead pre-production readiness efforts, POCs, lab testing and knowledge transfer. Provide architectural design diagrams and documentation and assess how to implement technologies into the existing infrastructure.
  • Act as a subject matter expert for Cloud Infrastructure Architecture and Cloud Adoption Frameworks, Well-Architected Framework as it relates to compute, network, storage, and native SaaS/PaaS offerings.
  • Maintain overall industry knowledge on the emerging trends and technologies and demonstrate forward thinking around how technology can support the organizational direction.
  • Perform other duties assigned by Management.

Qualifications
Due to the nature of our work, US Citizenship is required for all positions.
  • Bachelor's degree in a computer related field or equivalent training and experience with at least 5 years of related experience.
  • Strong experience with adoption of CAF (Cloud Adoption Framework), adhering to principles of WAF (Well Architecture Framework) and demonstrated ability of Migrating applications to cloud.
  • Ability to design and manage Azure based and hybrid networking solutions across multiple sites, locations, subscriptions, and virtual networks.
  • Ability to design and manage Microsoft 365 & collaboration Infrastructure - Exchange Online, MS Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint Online, Intune, Power BI & other Office 365 services.
  • Experienced in Azure governance, Express Route, Site Recovery, S2S VPN tunnel, Azure Monitor, RBAC, virtual network and subscription peering.
  • Ability to understand scripts in PowerShell, VBS, Python, Ansible and similar languages.
  • Proficient in Active Directory architecture, Sites & Services, DNS, DHCP, and cloud services integration.
  • A solid understanding of most of the following
    • Networking - WAF (Web Application Firewall), NSGs (Network Security Groups), Azure Firewall, Azure DNS, Hybrid DNS.
    • Identity and access - Azure Key Vault, Managed Identities, RBAC
    • Entra ID - Managed Identities, Service Principals
    • IAM - users/groups/service accounts and their differences
    • Azure Governance and Compliance - Cloud Adoption Framework and Well-Architected Framework
    • Data storage and backup
    • Containers - Docker and Kubernetes
    • Microservices
  • Must be a team player with good customer service skills and the ability to work flexible hours if required.
  • Ensure to exhibit strong end-to-end troubleshooting skills.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Technical Certification in Cloud preferred.
  • The primary work location will be at the Losee Road facility in North Las Vegas, Nevada.
  • Work schedule options for this position include 4/10s and 5/8's PST (subject to change).
  • Personnel may be requested by leadership to work in excess of 40 hours per week due to projects, activities, and emergences; critical operational demands may occasionally require off-shift work.
  • Pre-placement physical examination, which includes a drug screen, is required. MSTS maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license.

Ability to obtain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification credential under the Department of Energy Order 206.2, 'Identity, Credential, and Access Management,' and Supplemental Directive NNSA SD 206.2, 'Implementation of Personal Identity Verification for Uncleared Contractors.'
MSTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. MSTS is a background screening, drug-free workplace.
Annual salary range for this position is: $97,219.20 - $145,828.80
Starting salary is determined based on the position market value, the individual candidate education and experience and internal equity.
About Us
Mission Support and Test Services, LLC (MSTS) manages and operates the Nevada National Security Sites (NNSS) for the U.S. National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), a semi-autonomous agency within the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). The NNSS is an enterprise of special-purpose, multi-mission, high-hazard experimentation facilities delivering technical and service solutions in partnership with the National Laboratories. Our collaborative work supports the government's most important national security missions. (See NNSS.gov for our unique capabilities.) Our 3,000+ professional, craft, and support employees are called upon to innovate, collaborate, and deliver on some of the more difficult nuclear security challenges facing the world today.
• MSTS offers our full-time employees highly competitive salaries and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision; both a pension and a 401k; paid time off and 96 hours of paid holidays; relocation (if located more than 75 miles from work location); tuition assistance and reimbursement; and more.
• MSTS is a limited liability company consisting of Honeywell Aerospace, Amentum, and HII Nuclear Inc.