Imperva (WAF) Specialist

Imperva (WAF) Specialist

Job Type: Full Time

Location : Melbourne

We are seeking a skilled Imperva WAF Specialist to join our cybersecurity team in Melbourne. This role is suited for professionals with deep expertise in web application security, especially with Imperva SecureSphere and/or Cloud WAF. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining WAF policies that protect enterprise-grade web applications from evolving cyber threats. This is an exciting opportunity to be the SME for all things WAF, contribute to critical security infrastructure, and work cross-functionally with DevSecOps and infrastructure teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Imperva WAF operations, implementations, and support across the organization.
  • Design, configure, and manage WAF security policies, rules, and profiles to defend against web-based threats.
  • Monitor and optimize WAF performance, reduce false positives, and enhance detection accuracy.
  • Perform web application risk assessments and apply necessary protections in line with standards like OWASP Top 10.
  • Collaborate with DevOps, infrastructure, and security teams to embed WAF protections into CI/CD pipelines.
  • Investigate and respond to WAF alerts and incidents, producing detailed documentation and response reports.
  • Support WAF upgrades, migrations, and regular health checks to ensure optimal service performance.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience managing Imperva WAF (SecureSphere and/or Cloud WAF) in enterprise environments.
  • Strong grasp of web application security, HTTP/S protocols, and common threat vectors.
  • Experience with policy creation, bot mitigation, DDoS protection, and SSL management.
  • Familiarity with SIEM tools like Splunk or QRadar for log analysis and integration.
  • Understanding of DevSecOps principles, API security, and application infrastructure.
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills with the ability to work across teams.
  • Certifications such as Imperva Certified, CISSP, or CEH are advantageous.

Join us at Delivery Centric and become a key player in fortifying the digital defenses of leading organizations. If you’re passionate about application security and bring hands-on Imperva WAF expertise, we’d love to hear from you. Let’s build a more secure digital future together.