Web Application Firewall Engineer | Senior Cyber Security Engineer; WAF & Edge Protection

Job Title:

Web Application Firewall Engineer | Senior Cyber Security Engineer (WAF & Edge Protection)

Location:

Charlotte, NC

Work Arrangement:
Hybrid preferred (Remote accepted — Please note candidate's preference clearly on the top of the resume)

Employment Type:

Contract / Contract-to-Hire

Duration: 12+ months (with potential for extension)

Pay Range: $49.96/hr on W2 | $60.20/hr. on C2C

Final date to receive applications:
July 31, 2026

• Enterprise WAF Administration:
  Minimum 5+ years of hands‑on experience deploying, configuring, and maintaining enterprise web application firewalls, specifically Akamai Kona Site Shield, F5 ASM/AWAF, and Salt Security API Protection.
• Layer 7 Network Security:
  Deep understanding of application layer TCP/IP protocols, Layer 7 security fundamentals, HTTP/HTTPS behavior, and modern web application architectures.
• Advanced Troubleshooting & Network Analysis:
  Mastery of network diagnostic techniques, including performing and analyzing packet captures (Wireshark/tcpdump), executing CLI‑based diagnostics, and reviewing complex firewall logs.
• Log Analysis & Secure Coding Support:
  Proven ability to analyze application traffic logs to identify malicious behavior and collaborate closely with developers to promote secure coding practices (OWASP Top 10 mitigation).

• Automation & Scripting:
  Practical coding or scripting experience (Python or Power Shell) to automate routine security tasks, policy deployments, or log parsing.
• Network Infrastructure Security:
  Functional knowledge of adjacent security domains, including Network Access Control (NAC), traditional stateful firewalls, and load balancing technologies.
• Industry-recognized cyber security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CEH, F5-CTS, or Akamai certifications).

We are seeking an experienced Web Application Firewall (WAF) Engineer to join our Cyber Security Technology team. This role is a vital part of our Information Protection & Risk Management organization, based out of our prominent office hub at 601 S. Tryon Street in Charlotte, NC. The selected engineer will design, deploy, sustain, and monitor critical perimeter and edge controls across the enterprise, ensuring our web properties and API endpoints remain secure against emerging digital threats.

• WAF Operations & Engineering:
  Drive day‑to‑day operations, rule optimization, monitoring, and deep troubleshooting for web application firewalls (F5 and Akamai) across the global enterprise ecosystem.
• Infrastructure Optimization:
  Perform complex architecture, infrastructure maintenance, and engineering duties supporting existing security controls alongside incoming, enterprise-wide security initiatives.
• Audit & Health Checks:
  Execute regular system health checks, user activity audits, and security policy validations to guarantee uninterrupted control efficacy and corporate compliance.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  
  Partner directly with software engineering and application teams to review traffic anomalies, interpret malicious payloads, and ensure applications comply with enterprise defense standards.
• Technical Documentation:
  Author, update, and maintain meticulous engineering documentation detailing architecture design, operational runbooks, backup configurations, and management procedures.
• Incident Response & Support:
  Maintain a customer‑centric focus while handling escalations, working a flexible schedule, and participating in an on‑call rotation to facilitate rapid incident resolution.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)

EEOC Compliance

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

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