Akamai App & API Protection Engineer
Description
Role Title:
Akamai App & API Protection Engineer
Business Area:
Dedicated ServicesAbout This Role:
eir Business is the B2B division of eir and one of Ireland's leading providers of telecommunications, technology, cloud, cybersecurity, managed IT and workplace solutions. Supporting organisations of all sizes, from SMEs to large enterprises and public sector bodies, eir Business delivers secure, end-to-end connectivity and digital transformation services that help customers operate more efficiently, securely and effectively. Leveraging Ireland's largest mobile network, extensive fixed-line infrastructure, cloud capabilities and 24/7 expert support, eir Business partners with customers to design, implement and manage technology solutions that enable innovation, productivity and business growth.
Why This Role:
eir business is seeking a Akamai App & API Protection Engineer to join a team of network and security infrastructure professionals delivering managed network services to a large Irish enterprise client. The role involves supporting the ongoing implementation, configuration, and optimisation of Akamai App & API Protector. This is a long-term, embedded support engagement where eir business will work closely with internal security and application teams.
Expectations From The Role:
Key Responsibilities:
• Support the configuration, tuning, and day-to-day operation of Akamai App & API Protector
• Assist in the review and adjustment of security policies for web applications and APIs
• Monitor alerts and events, and support incident investigations under guidance
• Work with internal teams to respond to WAF-related issues and change requests
• Help identify potential improvements in rule tuning, coverage, and visibility
• Contribute to documentation of rule sets, policy changes, and operational processes
• Collaborate with Akamai and internal stakeholders to support secure rollout of protected apps
• Engage in continuous learning and skill development around the Akamai platform
• Prepare and deliver security reports and technical briefings covering operation, threat activity, policy compliance, risk exposure, and remediation recommendations.
Requirements For A Successful Application:
Desirable Experience
• Exposure to Akamai solutions (e.g., Kona Site Defender, Edge DNS, or related services)
• Experience supporting CDN, WAF, or API Gateway products
• Familiarity with security alerting, logging, and monitoring tools
• Previous experience supporting enterprise web applications or public APIs
Required Skills & Attributes
• Web technologies (HTTP/S, APIs, DNS, TLS, etc.)
• Web application security risks (e.g., OWASP Top 10)
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Willingness and capability to learn new tools and technologies on the job
• Automation/ scripting skills such as Python
Working Model
• Ongoing support model (not time-boxed)
• Embedded within our internal security/application support teams
• Collaboration with Akamai as a strategic vendor (Premium DDoS support already in place)
• TBC: Operating hours, locations (remote/on-site) etc.,
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