Network Security Engineer

The Opportunity
Sekuro is looking for two Network Security Engineers on 6 month day rate contracts. You must be a seasoned netowork security professional who can operate autonomously across two critical technology stacks: Zscaler (SASE) and Akamai (WAF/CDN). You will be embedded with our client's technical teams, providing hands-on administration, policy design, troubleshooting, and tuning to ensure production environments remain secure and performant.
Key Responsibilities
ZscalerHands-on administration and engineering across ZIA and ZPA, with ZDX experience considered a bonusPolicy design and tuning, including URL and app filtering, SSL inspection, DLP and CASB policyApp segmentation, connector deployment, and PAC file managementTroubleshooting live, user-impacting issues and managing Zscaler support cases end to endIntegration with identity providers and broader SASE architecture patterns
AkamaiConfiguration and tuning of App and API Protector or Kona Site DefenderManagement of Bot Manager, rate controls, and WAF rule setsCDN and delivery configuration, including Property Manager and certificate handlingReviewing attack telemetry and adjusting protections in a way that safeguards production traffic without introducing disruption
About YouYou are a hands-on security engineer with deep, demonstrable expertise across both Zscaler and Akamai platforms, comfortable working independently in complex enterprise environments. You bring strong troubleshooting instincts, a methodical approach to policy tuning, and the confidence to manage vendor support cases and make production changes with minimal risk.
Requirements
Proven, hands-on experience administering and engineering Zscaler ZIA and ZPA in enterprise environmentsDemonstrated experience configuring and tuning Akamai App and API Protector or Kona Site DefenderStrong understanding of WAF, CDN, and SASE architecture and how they integrate with identity and network securityExperience managing vendor support cases and resolving live production issuesAbility to work autonomously and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholdersAvailability for a 2-day per week engagement, based in Melbourne
Why Sekuro?Joining Sekuro means working alongside some of the industry's most respected security practitioners, on meaningful engagements with leading enterprise clients. We value technical excellence, pragmatic delivery, and genuine partnership with the organisations we support.
How to ApplyIf you have the deep Zscaler and Akamai expertise this role demands and are looking for a flexible, high-impact contract engagement in Sydney or Melbourne, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a brief summary of your relevant experience.