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Kanak Elite Services Inc

$54 - $72.25/hr

CLOUD ENGINEER WITH STRONG AWS (WAF) WORK LOCATION & REPORTING ADDRESS: ATLANTA, GA 30308 (HYBRID ... Proven hands-on experience with AWS Web Application Firewall (WAF) * Proficiency in Python, Bash ...

Oracle

Senior Core Infrastructure Engineer

Nashville, TN · On-site

$104K - $142K/yr

Drive engineering excellence through software architecture reviews, design documentation, code ... Experience building or operating Web Application Firewall (WAF), API Security, Bot Management, CDN ...

Jobtailor

DevSecOps Engineer

Columbus, OH · On-site

$49.25 - $67.50/hr

Partner with software engineering teams to implement secure coding practices, application security ... Design and support perimeter security solutions including Web Application Firewalls (WAF), Azure ...

TEKsystems

Web Application Security Engineer

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$50 - $55/hr

This position is within the Inbound Web Application Security Engineering Team. Responsibilities ... application firewall (WAF), bot, client lists, geolocation, mTLS, certificates) in support of ...

TEKsystems

Web Application Security Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$50 - $55/hr

This position is within the Inbound Web Application Security Engineering Team. Responsibilities ... application firewall (WAF), bot, client lists, geolocation, mTLS, certificates) in support of ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for web application firewall waf engineer in the United States is $66.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56.49 and $75.48 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.
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Cloud Engineer with strong

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Kanak Elite Services Inc
Software Development • 51 - 200 employees
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$54 - $72.25/hr

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Job description

Hello There,

Wish you a Happy Thursday,

My name is Yashmita, and I am a Technical Recruiter at Kanak IT Services LLC. I am reaching out to you regarding the following job opportunity. If you are interested, kindly reply to this email yashmita@kanakits.com with your updated resume.  

JOB TITLE: CLOUD ENGINEER WITH STRONG AWS (WAF)

WORK LOCATION & REPORTING ADDRESS: ATLANTA, GA 30308 (HYBRID)
CONTRACT DURATION: 12 MONTHS
VISA REQUIREMENT: VISA-INDEPENDENT CANDIDATES ONLY GC AND USC

RELOCATE CANDIDATE WILL WORK FOR THIS ROLE.

Role Summary

The client is seeking an experienced Cloud Engineer with strong AWS WAF expertise to design, implement, and manage web application security controls. The role is hands-on and focused on protecting AWS-hosted applications from security threats.

Note: A traditional infrastructure background (servers, networking, data center operations) is not mandatory.

Candidates with strong AWS WAF, application security, and automation experience are acceptable.

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Proven hands-on experience with AWS Web Application Firewall (WAF)         
  • Proficiency in Python, Bash, or PowerShell for automation    
  • Strong understanding of web application security principles and best practices            
  • Familiarity with AWS services and cloud architecture               
  • Experience working with CI/CD pipelines       
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail 
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and manage AWS WAF to protect web applications from security threats
  • Develop and maintain automation scripts for WAF deployment and ongoing management     
  • Collaborate with security teams to integrate AWS WAF with other AWS security tools and services     
  • Monitor, analyze, and respond to web application security incidents
  • Create and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) templates for AWS WAF and related services (nice to have, not mandatory)
  • Conduct regular security assessments and audits of web applications               
  • Provide technical support and troubleshooting for WAF-related issues            
  • Stay current with emerging security threats, trends, and technologies

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with AWS security services such as AWS Shield and AWS IAM       
  • Exposure to IaC tools (CloudFormation, Terraform, or Ansible)            
  • Knowledge of network security, firewalls, and IDS/IPS solutions         
  • Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Security – Specialty (preferred but not mandatory)

Internal Notes / Clarifications

  • Hybrid is preferred; remote candidates are acceptable if quality expectations are met              
  • Role is WAF and application-security focused, not infrastructure-heavy          
  • Strong automation mindset and security expertise are more important than infra background