Job Summary
Web Application Firewall Engineer - The Web Application Firewall Engineer position at Ally is a member of the Information Protection & Risk Management organization and works closely with other members of the IPRM program to develop implement and support a wide range of critical security controls at Ally. The engineer works with a team of security engineers within the Cyber Security Technology group to deploy sustain and monitor technical controls.
Responsibilities
Operations and monitoring and day to day troubleshooting for web application firewalls (F5 and Akamai) across the enterprise.
Provide expert level troubleshooting for supported technologies
Perform architecture and engineering responsibilities in support of existing technologies and new security projects
Perform regular health checks and user activity audits
Author and vigilantly maintain documents related to the design purpose operation and management of security applications
Qualifications
Primary responsibility is support of our security infrastructure and security projects with potential to take on responsibilities for other network security technologies such as Network Access Control Firewall etc
Understand application layer TCP/IP Layer 7 security fundamentals
Ability to analyze application logs and work with developers to ensure secure coding practices are in use
Bachelors degree in information systems or relevant field of study
Excellent communications skills (verbal and written) are required.
Ability to interact with personnel at all levels across the organization and to comprehend business imperatives.
A strong customer/client focus with ability to manage expectations appropriately and provide superior customer/client experience and build long-term relationships.
Willing to have a flexible work schedule and be on call for incident resolution
Coding/Scripting experience such as Python or PowerShell to automate tasks is a bonus.
About us
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world.
Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com.
What we offer
- The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
- Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
- The opportunity to thrive on a high-calibre team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and pension plan with matching contributions.
- Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
- True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
Cognizant is an equal-opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, colour, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.
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Disclaimer:
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
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