PNC Enterprise Engineer Sr - Akami Security Suite 

United States, California, San Diego 

205725947

**PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position**- Configure and manage Akamai security products, including Kona Site Defender, WAF rules, Bot Manager policies, and DDoS protection settings, to safeguard web properties.
- Monitor security dashboards and logs to identify threats, anomalies, or performance issues, responding promptly to incidents like DDoS attacks or bot-driven abuse.
- Fine-tune security policies to balance protection with performance, minimizing false positives and ensuring legitimate traffic flows smoothly.
- Analyze traffic patterns and threat intelligence to proactively update security configurations and mitigate emerging risks.
- Maintain documentation of security policies, incident reports, and configuration changes for compliance and auditing purposes.
- Stay current on cybersecurity trends, Akamai product updates, and best practices to recommend improvements or new features for adoption.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or equivalent experience.
- 3+ years of experience in network security, cloud security, or web application administration.
- Hands-on experience with Akamai security tools (e.g., Kona Site Defender, WAF, Bot Manager) or similar CDN/security platforms is highly preferred.
- Strong understanding of web protocols, application security, and cloud infrastructure.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and respond to security incidents under pressure.Technical Skills:
- Akamai Security Suite Expertise: Proficiency in configuring and managing Akamai Kona Site Defender, WAF, Bot Manager, and DDoS mitigation tools. Familiarity with Akamai’s Edge platform is a plus.- Network Fundamentals: Solid grasp of TCP/IP, DNS, load balancing, and CDN operations to optimize security and performance.
- Threat Detection and Mitigation: Ability to analyze traffic logs, recognize attack patterns (e.g., DDoS, botnets), and implement countermeasures.
- Scripting and Automation: Experience with scripting languages like Python, Bash, or JavaScript to automate tasks or integrate Akamai with other systems.
- Cloud and DevOps Tools: Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and tools like Terraform or Ansible for infrastructure management.
- Monitoring and Analytics: Competence with tools like Splunk, ELK Stack, or Akamai’s own dashboards for real-time monitoring and reporting.Soft Skills:
- Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to troubleshoot complex security or performance issues and devise effective solutions.
- Attention to Detail: Precision in configuring policies to avoid over-blocking legitimate users or missing critical threats.
- Adaptability: Quick learning curve to keep up with evolving threats and Akamai product updates.Preferred Certifications:
- Akamai Certified Professional (e.g., Akamai Security Specialist)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- CompTIA Security+
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect or similar cloud certificationsJob Description

• Provides subject matter expertise for enterprise engineering teams, full stack engineers, and clients. Uses technical knowledge and industry experience to design, build and maintain technology solutions.
• Leads in the implementation of enterprise engineering strategies and best practices to support business objectives.
• Independently provides guidance to engineers across the organization regarding the development of software components and hardware.
• Maintains relationships with stakeholders, addresses client requirements and provides consultation to shape the success of enterprise engineering.
• Independently provides expert advice and resolves complex problems and issues involved in enterprise engineering activities.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:

• Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
• Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and requiredneeded to be successful in this position.

Competitive Advantages, Customer Solutions, Design, Enterprise Architecture Framework, Machine Learning, Risk Assessments, Technical KnowledgeApplication Delivery Process, Consulting, Effectiveness Measurement, Industry Knowledge, IT Industry: Trends & Directions, IT Standards, Procedures & Policies, Planning: Tactical, Strategic, Problem Solving, Standard Operating ProceduresRoles at this level typically require a university / college degree. Higher level education such as a Masters degree, PhD, or certifications is desirable. Industry relevant experience is typically 8+ years. Specific certifications are often required. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.No Required Certification(s)No Required License(s)

This position is subject to the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) and, for any registered role, the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act) and/or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), which prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain criminal history.

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