Managed Defense Engineer
AI Summary
A Managed Defense Engineer designs, deploys, and maintains Imperva WAF, Cloud WAF, and DAM security controls for web applications and databases, monitors threats, and supports regulatory compliance.
About this role
Obrela is seeking a skilled Managed Defense Engineer with strong hands-on experience in ** Imperva security solutions , particularly ** Web Application Firewall (WAF), Cloud WAF, and Database Activity Monitoring (DAM). The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in cybersecurity engineering, web application security, networking, and database security, with the ability to design, deploy, and maintain security controls in complex enterprise environments.
Core Responsibilities & Experience
- Implemented, managed, and tuned Imperva WAF, Cloud WAF, and DAM solutions across on-premises and cloud environments, with a strong focus on ** Database Activity Monitoring **.
- Designed and enforced security controls to protect web applications and databases from internal and external threats.
- Monitored security events, analyzed alerts, and conducted root-cause analysis to reduce false positives and improve detection accuracy.
- Supported regulatory compliance initiatives including ** PCI DSS, SOX, GDPR, and HIPAA** through monitoring, auditing, and reporting.
- Applied core cybersecurity principles such as defense-in-depth, least privilege, and secure-by-design architectures.
- Collaborated with application, infrastructure, cloud, and database teams to integrate security solutions into production environments.
- Developed and maintained **technical documentation **, runbooks, and integration guides for security platforms and workflows.
- Provided technical guidance and support to internal teams and customers on security best practices and platform usage.
Technical Skills
Imperva & Application Security
- Imperva WAF (On-Prem & Cloud)
- Imperva Database Activity Monitoring (DAM)
- WAF policy configuration, tuning, and traffic analysis
- OWASP Top 10 attack mitigation
- SSL/TLS inspection and certificate management
Cybersecurity & Compliance
- Security engineering and operational security
- Risk assessment and threat mitigation
- PCI DSS, SOX, GDPR, HIPAA compliance support
- Security monitoring and incident analysis
Networking
- TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/HTTPS
- Routing fundamentals
- Reverse proxies and load balancers
- Web traffic flow analysis
Database Security (Preferred)
- Database architecture and administration concepts
- Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL (or similar)
- Database auditing, monitoring, and compliance use cases
Endpoint & Detection (Plus)
- EDR/XDR platforms and alert analysis
Additional Qualifications
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to resolve complex security issues.
- Experience working in an **engineering-focused role **.
- Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, especially in customer-facing or stakeholder-facing scenarios.
What We Offer
- A dynamic and respectful work environment where innovation,teamwork,and work-life balance are valued.
- Continuous learning opportunities through hands-on training and mentorship from industry experts.
- **Career growth **,working with talented professionals from diverse backgrounds.
- A competitive compensation package tailored to your experience and qualifications,with a strong focus on recognizing and rewarding effort.
Join us and be part of a forward-thinking team that’s shaping the future of cybersecurity!
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