EPAM Systems

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Akamai Security Engineer to join our team and provide specialized support in securing eCommerce platforms. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise in Akamai CDN services with a focus on security solutions such as bot detection and mitigation, DDoS protection and application-layer security. You will collaborate closely with our cybersecurity, DevOps and eCommerce development teams to design, implement and maintain robust security postures across high-traffic digital platforms.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the subject matter expert for Akamai security features particularly in Bot Manager, Web Application Protector and DDoS protection
• Configure and optimize Akamai CDN rules and security configurations to align with business and application needs
• Monitor and analyze security threats across the eCommerce landscape and develop mitigation strategies and incident response procedures
• Support ongoing improvements in bot detection, rate limiting and edge security policies and custom rule sets
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and external vendors to troubleshoot issues and implement best practices in edge security
• Provide documentation, training and knowledge transfer to internal teams as required
• Collaborate with cybersecurity, DevOps and eCommerce development teams to design and maintain robust security postures across high-traffic digital platforms

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience working with Akamai CDN services including Bot Manager, Web Application Protector and DDoS protection
• Expertise in configuring and optimizing Akamai CDN rules and security configurations to align with business and application needs
• Skills in monitoring and analyzing security threats and developing mitigation strategies and incident response procedures
• Experience supporting bot detection, rate limiting and edge security policies including custom rule sets
• Background in liaising with internal stakeholders and external vendors to troubleshoot issues and implement edge security best practices
• Capability to provide documentation, training and knowledge transfer to internal teams
• English proficiency at B2 level or higher

Nice to have

• Akamai certification(s)
• Experience working in regulated industries or environments with PCI-DSS or GDPR compliance requirements
• Prior experience collaborating with application development, QA and DevOps teams

We offer/Benefits

We gather like-minded people:

• Engineering community of industry professionals
• Friendly team and enjoyable working environment
• Flexible schedule and opportunity to work remotely within Poland
• Chance to work abroad for up to 60 days annually
• Business-driven relocation opportunities

We provide growth opportunities:

• Outstanding career roadmap
• Leadership development, career advising, soft skills, and well-being programs
• Certification (GCP, Azure, AWS)
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning, Get Abstract, Cloud Guru
• English classes

We cover it all:

• Stable income (Employment Contract or B2B)
• Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Benefits package (health insurance, multisport, shopping vouchers)
• Strategically located offices featuring entertainment and relaxation zones, table tennis and football, free snacks, fantastic coffee, and more
• Referral bonuses
• Corporate, social and well-being events

Please, note:

• The set of bonuses might vary based on the role you apply for – specifics will be discussed with our recruiter during the general interview.
• We will reach out to selected candidates exclusively.

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.