Cybersecurity Specialist

Requirements

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Relevant hands-on experience in security engineering, SOC/SIEM monitoring, incident response and vulnerability management.
• Knowledge of networking, operating systems, identity and access management, vulnerability management, and common security controls.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Sentinel or Splunk SIEM, Microsoft Defender EDR, Nessus and enterprise IAM.
• Understanding of applicable frameworks and standards ISO 27001, NIST CSF, CIS Controls and applicable UAE information-security requirements.
• Sound judgement, discretion, documentation and incident-escalation skills.

PREFERRED / ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certifications such as Security+ required; CISSP, CISM or GIAC desirable.
• Experience in defence, government, critical infrastructure or other controlled environments, if applicable.