WAF Technical specialist

Job DescriptionRole : WAF Technical Specialist - Application SecurityDescription:Airbus is on its Digital journey and the objective is to transform the company and to prepare it for thefuture. This transformation includes new global governance, new ways of working and theimplementation of digital business services and platforms. As a part of this transformation journey wehave set up a GIC in the silicon valley of India - Bangalore. This state of the art GIC is responsible fordriving excellence in IT and OT for Airbus.Challenges are numerous and exciting.!What is the Airbus Application Security team doing?Security for Applications is designed to strengthen Airbus applications against evolving threats, reducevulnerabilities and de-risk them by applying all the necessary security controls.Your role as a WAF Solution Engineer is to support the overall management of Airbus Web ApplicationFirewall in the context of the Application Security and Secure Development and Operations of SoftwareApplications. Your role is key as you contribute to the overall performance and success of Airbus DigitalSecurity Posture.Qualification & Experience:We seek out curious minds! We value attention to detail! And we care deeply about outcomes!We’re looking for passionate people, who are eager to learn, willing to share, and establishing innovativeways of working and influencing cultural changes● Bachelor or masters in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field would be preferred● 5 to 8+ years of relevant experience as a WAF Engineer / Application Security Specialist● Hands-on experience in management, deployment and operation of Web Application Firewall technologies(Specially Imperva WAF)● Strong understanding of a large range of security topics from Hardware systems, O.S. (Linux),Applications, IAM, Networks, Database to Encryption and new age Digital capabilities● In-depth knowledge of common application security vulnerabilities: OWASP Top 10, SANS Top 25 and theirmitigation controls & strategies● Knowledge of monolithic & microservices application architecture and knowledge of commonweb application frameworks● Good to have relevant industry certifications: CCNA, CISSP, OSCP, CompTIA Security+ etc.● Proven ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines, and utilise time effectively● A team player with excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills● Knowledge of Agile frameworks: SAFe, Scrum, Kanban is an added advantageResponsibilitiesAs a WAF Solution Engineer with our Application Security team, you will work on the following activities:● Secure deployment and configuration of the WAF solutions to protect Airbus web applicationsfrom common vulnerabilities, DDoS attacks, and other malicious activities● Analyze detection patterns and contribute towards fine-tuning of the WAF detection capabilities ●Automate WAF rule management and reporting, ensuring ongoing optimization and integration withsecurity monitoring tools like SIEM● Support in the implementation of WAF solutions for Airbus roofs (Airbus regional offices outsidecore countries)● Coordinate with Security architects and Application owners to ensure on-boarding of their webapplications into WAF services● Connect and collaborate with the Vulnerability management, Critical asset protection & Businessteams to manage WAF non-compliances and enable remediation● Provide recommendations, support and guidance to other security team and application ownerson WAF services● Build integrated dashboards that measure the progress of WAF deployment and WAF service keyperformance indicators (KPIs)● Ensure close alignment with the Application Security Product Manager /Owners on strategies &roadmap● The candidate will also support the control of financial aspects of the WAF services and acting asan interface with the Airbus subcontractors that provide the WAF services● Participate in Security threat and monitoring forums to learn and stay abreast on latest securitytrends, threats, and vulnerabilities, continually building knowledge in the cyber threatlandscapes and good practices● Participate in workshops, training, certifications & security conferences to enhance skills in CyberSecurity Benefits● You will be part of a truly international team● Travel opportunities (domestic and international)● Competitive remuneration, bonus and incentives● Good work / life balance and career growth opportunities● Training and development opportunities (online, classroom, conferences)● Comprehensive benefits package (complementary health and life insurance)Success MetricsSuccess will be measured in a variety of areas, including but not limited to● Consistently ensure the on-time delivery and quality (first-time-right) of the projects● Bring innovative cost effective solutions

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