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Senior Network Security Analyst - Web Application Firewall - MetLife
Security Engineer
Senior analyst driving Web Application Firewall and network security for enterprise applications and APIs, ensuring robust protection, monitoring, and continuous improvement of MetLife’s cybersecurity framework.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Design, deploy, and manage Web Application Firewall (WAF) solutions to protect externally accessible enterprise applications and APIs.
- Configure and maintain network security devices, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, and load balancers, ensuring optimal performance and compliance.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and threat analysis to identify and remediate security gaps.
- Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and incident response plans across the organization.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate security controls into application development and deployment pipelines.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in network security and Web Application Firewall administration.
- Deep knowledge of WAF technologies (e.g., F5 BIG-IP, Imperva, AWS WAF) and network security devices.
- Strong analytical skills with experience in vulnerability management and threat hunting.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CCSP, CEH) preferred.