About Persistent
We are an AI-led, platform-driven Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner, combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate what’s next. Our offerings and proven solutions create a unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above. We work with many industry-leading organizations across the world, including 20 Fortune 50 companies and 4 of the 5 top banks in both the US and India, and numerous innovators across the healthcare ecosystem.
Our disruptor’s mindset, commitment to client success, and agility to thrive in the dynamic environment have enabled us to sustain our growth momentum. Persistent has been recognized across top industry platforms for innovation, leadership, and inclusion. We reported $1,654.4M FY26 revenue with 17.4% Y-o-Y growth. We have delivered 24 sequential quarters of growth with $436.0M in Q4 FY26 revenue, up 3.2% Q-o-Q and 16.2% Y-o-Y growth. Our 27,500+ global team members, located in 18 countries, have been instrumental in helping the market leaders transform their industries. We have been recognized as the Fastest Growing IT Services Brand Globally in the 2026 Brand Finance IT Services 25 Report. We named a Leader in the Everest Group Private Equity (PE) Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2026 and Software Product Engineering PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2026.
About Position:
We are seeking a hands-on Application Security Engineer with strong experience in AWS WAF implementation, deployment, configuration, and tuning to secure web applications and APIs hosted in AWS environments. The engineer will be responsible for deploying AWS WAF controls, implementing Web ACLs, configuring protection against web-based attacks, integrating WAF with AWS services, performing rule tuning, and supporting application migration and onboarding activities.
Role: AWS WAF Engineer-
Location: Pune
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Experience: 8 to 12 Years
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Job Type: Full-Time Employment
What You'll Do:
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AWS WAF Deployment Implementation Deploy and configure AWS WAF for web applications and APIs.
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Create and manage Web ACLs.
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Implement application protection policies based on business and security requirements.
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Execute pilot deployments, testing, and production rollouts.
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Support onboarding of new applications into AWS WAF.
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Perform WAF tuning and optimization activities following deployment.
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WAF Rule Configuration Configure and maintain
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AWS Managed Rule Groups
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Custom Rule Sets
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IP Reputation Rules
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Geo Blocking
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Rate Limiting Rules
Expertise You'll Bring:
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AWS Security AWS WAF AWS Shield AWS CloudFront AWS Application Load Balancer (ALB) API Gateway CloudWatch AWS Security Services Application Security OWASP Top 10 Secure SDLC Application Threat Modelling Web Application Security API Security Cloud Infrastructure AWS Networking VPC Route 53 Load Balancers TLS/SSL Monitoring Logging CloudWatch SIEM Integrations Security Monitoring Log Analysis Automation (Preferred) Terraform CloudFormation Python AWS CLI
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Preferred Certifications: AWS Certified Security Specialty AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate AWS Certified SysOps Administrator Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) GIAC Web Application Penetration Tester (GWAPT) AWS WAF Specialist Training / Certification
Benefits:
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Competitive salary and benefits package
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Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
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Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
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Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
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Annual health check-ups
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Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents
Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:
Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.
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We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
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Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
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If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment
Let’s unleash your full potential at Persistent - persistent.com/careers
“Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.”
