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# Security Consultant II

- **Company:** Akamai Technologies
- **Location:** Richmond, VA, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $130,458.0 - $181,300.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Amazon S3, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Web Development, Domain Name System (DNS), Identity and Access Management, Internet Protocol, Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Routing, Cloud Services, Akamai, Shell Script, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Software Vulnerability Management, Google Cloud, Software Security, Azure Security Center, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Functional Programming, Cloudwatch, Web Architecture, Devsecops, Docker, Security Orchestration, Automation & Response
- **Published:** October 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/765CE5DC1F5F42C4B37E47240C76862D/job/

## About the Role

Master's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, Information Security, Information Systems, or Information Technology Management, plus two (2) years of experience in the job offered or closely related technical role.

Must have: Two (2) years of experience in the following: Security architecture review, risk assessment, and threat modeling; security automation and DevSecOps; cloud containers such as AWS IAM & CloudWatch, Kubernetes, and Docker; CI/CD; Security testing, vulnerability management, and runtime self-protections; API security; Cloud infrastructure such as Azure Security Center, GCP, EC2, S3, and Lambda; and languages such as Java, Python, and Shell Scripting.

## Description

Akamai Technologies, Inc. is hiring for the following role in Cambridge, MA (multiple openings): Security Consultant II Ensure successful network integration and support of customers on Akamai platform and implement solutions to help customers leverage Akamai security products to achieve desired outcomes. Ensure customer success by understanding system requirements, leveraging best practices, and offering consulting services that meet customer needs. Collaborate with integrated account team to evaluate customer web architecture. Develop and deliver long term network security strategy and cloud solutions. Participate in training and projects contributing to best practices, maximizing efficiency, and improving methodology and service quality. Utilize and apply knowledge of IP networks, DNS & routing, internet protocols, web architecture, security event management, security, compliance, web development, and IT systems. Telecommuting permitted from anywhere in the United States. AG1600