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Akamai WAF Specialist

Hybrid in Pozuelo de Alarcón·Full-time·Added 5 days ago (last checked 15 Oct)

Excelia

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Overview

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Hybrid, Pozuelo de Alarcón
Contract
Permanent contract, full-time hours

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

🧩 What are we looking for?

✔️ Mid-Level experience in cybersecurity, especially in WAF administration and management.

✔️ Practical experience with Akamai WAF, including configuration, maintenance, and optimization of security rules and policies.

✔️ Knowledge of web application security and protection against web threats and attacks.

✔️ Experience in alert monitoring, incident analysis, and false positive management.

✔️ Ability to document technical procedures and collaborate with different security teams.

✔️ Analytical, proactive profile oriented toward problem-solving, with good communication and teamwork skills.

Nice to have

⭐ We value experience in corporate environments and regulated sectors, especially in the financial or insurance sector.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

💼 What do we offer?

🏡 Flexibility in the work model: hybrid in Barcelona (1 day on-site per week) or remote from Madrid, with occasional in-person meetings.

🌟 Participation in a cybersecurity project within the insurance sector.

🤝 Integration into a consolidated security team, with a collaborative environment and opportunities to share knowledge.

📈 Opportunities for professional development and specialization in web application security and WAF technologies.

The role

At Excelia, a multinational Consulting, Technology, and Professional Services firm, we continue to grow and are looking for a Mid-Level Cybersecurity professional, with experience in WAF (Web Application Firewall) administration and management, especially with Akamai, to join a project in the insurance sector.

If you have experience in web application security, protection policy configuration, and alert analysis, and you want to continue developing yourself in a collaborative environment, this opportunity could be for you! 👇

What you'll do

🚀 What will you do in your day-to-day role?

🔐 Management, configuration, and maintenance of the Akamai WAF, guaranteeing the protection of web applications.

🛡️ Monitoring and review of security rules, alerts, and policies to detect potential threats and vulnerabilities.

🔍 Analysis and investigation of security incidents, identifying false positives and proposing adjustments to configurations.

⚙️ Optimization of protection rules and policies to adapt them to the needs and characteristics of the environment.

📑 Preparation and updating of technical documentation regarding procedures, configurations, and changes made.

🤝 Collaboration with the internal security team to improve existing controls, share knowledge, and guarantee efficient service management.

🏦 Participation in the definition and improvement of security policies adapted to the needs of a company in the insurance sector.

How you'll work

📍 Location and work modality: Barcelona, with 1 day per week on-site. We also value candidates in Madrid, with a remote model and occasional in-person meetings.

Hiring process

Are you interested in continuing to grow in cybersecurity and specializing in web application protection? We would love to meet you! 🚀

About Excelia

Excelia is a Canadian IT services and consulting company headquartered in Montreal, specializing in cybersecurity, cloud solutions, data analytics, and enterprise software implementation. The company operates across multiple countries, offering services such as managed IT support, security consulting, and implementation of platforms like Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Azure. With a workforce of several hundred employees, Excelia serves clients in various industries, focusing on digital transformation and IT security.

In Spain, Excelia has established a significant presence with offices in Madrid, Barcelona, and Bilbao, and is actively hiring for over 50 roles in cybersecurity, cloud architecture, software development, and data engineering. The company's work culture emphasizes technical expertise and professional growth, making it an attractive option for international professionals with skills in Microsoft technologies, cybersecurity, and data. Excelia offers opportunities for both junior and senior roles, including internships, and supports relocation for qualified candidates.

Founded
1998
Employees
500–1,000
Headquarters
Toronto, Canada
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Bilbao

Good to know if you are moving

  • Excelia has offices in Madrid, Barcelona, and Bilbao, offering multiple locations for international hires in Spain.
  • The company is actively hiring for over 50 roles in Spain, including junior and senior positions, indicating a strong demand for tech talent.
  • Excelia provides opportunities for internships and junior roles, which can be a good entry point for international professionals starting their careers in Spain.
  • The company works with major technologies like Microsoft Dynamics 365, Azure, AWS, and cybersecurity tools, which are valuable skills for the Spanish tech market.
  • Excelia's global presence may offer opportunities for cross-border projects and career mobility.
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