Technical Specialist – Application Security

Technical Specialist – Application Security Join to apply for the Technical Specialist – Application Security role at Intertec Systems Job Title Technical Specialist - Application Security Job Purpose IT Security Ops - BAU Support Qualification Graduation Certifications Relevant certifications (e.g., Forcepoint Certified, CISSP) Experience 8 - 10 Years Skills - WAF - Forcepoint DAM - Imperva - Forcepoint WAF - HTTP - Python (Programming Language) - IT Security Operations Responsibilities - Lead the implementation and configuration of F5 WAF across enterprise environments. - Perform advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis of WAF-related issues. - Monitor WAF logs and alerts to identify and respond to potential threats. - Develop and maintain WAF policies, rulesets, and custom signatures. - Collaborate with application and infrastructure teams to ensure secure application delivery. - Conduct regular WAF health checks, performance tuning, and upgrades. - Provide L3 support for escalated incidents and service requests. - Participate in security assessments and vulnerability management initiatives. - Document technical procedures, configurations, and incident reports. - Mentor junior engineers and contribute to knowledge sharing. - Deploy, configure, and manage Database Activity Monitoring (DAM) solutions (e.g., Forcepoint DAM, Imperva or AURVA). - Monitor and analyze database activity to detect anomalies, unauthorized access, and policy violations. - Create and manage DAM policies, alerts, and reports for compliance and auditing. - Integrate DAM with SIEM and other security platforms for centralized monitoring. - Collaborate with database administrators and compliance teams to ensure secure and compliant data access. - Perform forensic analysis and support investigations related to database activity. - Manage the full lifecycle of SSL/TLS certificates including issuance, renewal, revocation, and replacement. - Work with Certificate Authorities (CAs) to procure certificates according to organizational needs. - Configure and deploy SSL certificates on web servers, load balancers, mail servers, and other network devices. - Monitor SSL certificate expirations and maintain an inventory to avoid service disruptions. - Troubleshoot SSL-related issues including handshake failures, certificate chain problems, and trust errors. - Implement and enforce best practices for certificate management, including key management and secure storage. - Collaborate with IT, security, and application teams to ensure proper SSL deployment and adherence to security policies. - Stay current with SSL/TLS protocols, vulnerabilities, and industry standards such as TLS 1.2, and Certificate Transparency. - Support audits and compliance efforts related to encryption and certificate management. Required Technical Skills - 5+ years of experience in network/application security with a focus on WAF technologies. - 3+ years of hands‑on experience with Forcepoint WAF and DAM in enterprise environments. - Strong understanding of HTTP/S protocols, OWASP Top 10, and web application architectures. - Proficiency in Forcepoint WAF policy creation, custom rule development, and integration with SIEM tools. - Experience with SSL/TLS, load balancing, and reverse proxy configurations. - Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation and log analysis. - Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills Required Soft Skills - Bachelors degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field. - At least 6 – 8 years of experience in IT Security Domain - Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work independently and in a team environment. Seniority Level - Director Employment Type - Full‑time Job Function - Information Technology Industries - IT Services and IT Consulting Location Dubai, United Arab Emirates Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Intertec Systems by 2x #J-18808-Ljbffr