Role Title: Akamai Security Engineer
Location: Knutsford/ Hybrid
Duration: 30/11/2026
Role Description:
"We are looking for an Akamai Security Engineer to support the configuration, deployment, and ongoing management of Akamai security solutions across our web and API platforms. The engineer will work with security and engineering teams to ensure secure, reliable, and high‑performing digital services.
Key Responsibilities
Configure and maintain Akamai security tools (Kona Site Defender, WAF, Bot Manager).
Support implementation of security policies, rulesets, and traffic routing configurations.
Monitor web traffic, identify threats, and assist in incident response activities.
Tune WAF and bot rules to reduce false positives and improve protection effectiveness.
Assist with CDN configuration, caching strategies, and performance optimisation.
Manage certificates, edge redirects, property updates, and Akamai console changes.
Collaborate with application teams to ensure secure deployments and alignment with best practices.
Provide documentation and contribute to continuous improvements in web security operations.
Required Skills & Experience
Experience working with Akamai technologies (e.g., KSD, WAF, CDN).
Understanding of web security fundamentals: OWASP Top 10, DDoS, bot activity.
Familiarity with HTTP/S, DNS, TLS, caching, and content delivery networks.
Basic scripting or automation experience (Python, Shell, or Akamai APIs).
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
Nice to Have
Akamai certification (ACE).
Experience with cloud platforms (Azure/AWS/GCP).
Exposure to DevSecOps tools, CI/CD pipelines, or IaC.
Experience with SIEM or monitoring tools.