306 Cybersecurity Roles jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Our client is a UAEbased bespoke IT services provider with a strong client base in Abu Dhabi. To support the growth of their cybersecurity service offering our client is seeking to recruit anInformation Security Engineerspecializing inNetwork Detection and Response (NDR)andMobile Device Management (MDM) technologies.

Information Security Engineer ExtraHop & Ivanti
Based in Abu Dhabi UAE

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Deploy configure and maintainNDR solutions particularlyExtraHop to detect investigate and respond to security threats and anomalies across the organizations network and endpoints.
  
• Create syntaxes to detect indicators of compromise (IOCs) and malicious behavior from emerging threats. Write and execute queries in NDR systems to search for desired events.
  
• Develop and enforce security policies within NDR systems to strengthen endpoint and network security.
  
• Actively monitor and respond to security incidents conduct proactivethreat hunting and investigate anomalies to identify and neutralize potential security threats.
  
• Integrate NDR systems with other security tools SIEM platforms and threat intelligence sources in collaboration with crossfunctional teams.
  
• Provide training and raise security awareness regardingExtraHopsolutions and best practices among internal teams.
  
• Maintain thorough documentation of configurations policies and procedures related toExtraHop implementations generating detailed reports for compliance and management.
  

• A degree in Information Security Computer Science or a related field.
  
• 5 years of experiencedeploying and managingNDR solutions specificallyExtraHop and managingMDM solutionslikeIvantiorMobileiron.
  
• 5 years of experience in implementation of NDR solutions via ExtraHop and MDM solutions via Ivanti /MobileIron platform is a must.
  
• Indepth knowledge of security policies incident response and threat detection techniques.
  
• Strong problemsolving and analytical skills with experience in threat detection risk management and troubleshooting.
  
• Experience with otherSIEM security products(e.g. Splunk ArcSight Nitro or LogRhythm) andinfrastructure componentssuch as firewalls IDS/IPS and DLP systems.
  
• Excellent project management skills to oversee NDR implementations and integration projects.
  
• Effective communication skills and a passion for technology and cybersecurity.
  

• Join a growing company in the Middle East region.
  
• Competitive remuneration package.
  
• Work with highprofile clients in the UAE.
  

Please apply with an updated resume if you are interested in this opportunity. All applications will be treated as strictly confidential.

Comaea Consulting

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 12/20/2024

The SOC Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring the organization's cybersecurity posture is robust and resilient. The position is responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security events and incidents, maintaining security tools and technologies, and supporting continuous improvements to SOC operations.

1. Own and operate most important security solutions designed to protect the company from cyber threats and attacks.
2. Lead in deploying new solutions and technologies to improve the security posture of the company.
3. Continuous fine-tuning of our security solutions to reduce the occurrence of false positive and false negative alerts.
4. Act as L3 escalation point in analyzing and responding to security incidents from various security technologies and platforms.
5. Perform platform health checks to ensure that our security solutions are operating effectively and efficiently.
6. Drive continuous improvement to reduce threat dwell time in our environment through automation, process simplification, among others.
7. Work closely with the Penetration Test Team, Cyber Hunt Team, Threat Intel, and other internal organizations to achieve the shared vision of improving the company’s cyber security posture.
8. Use tools to respond to incidents, and actively improve the cyber security posture of the company.
9. Develop the technical skills of the junior SOC analysts in the team to empower them to be more effective and efficient in their roles.

Education and Certifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
2. Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CEH, CISSP, or GIAC are highly preferred.

4 years of experience in SOC operations, cybersecurity, or a related field.

1. Hands-on experience with SIEM tools, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and other security technologies.
2. Proven track record in incident detection, analysis, and response.

1. Strong understanding of networking protocols and concepts (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS,
2. Full knowledge of the following tools:
1. NAC Solutions.
2. SIEM Solutions.
3. EDR Solutions.
4. NDR Solutions.
5. IAM (Identity and Access Management).
6. PAM (Privileged Access Management).
7. Familiarity with forensic tools and methodologies.

1. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
2. Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
3. Ability to work effectively in high-pressure situations.
4. Team-oriented mindset with a proactive approach to learning and collaboration.

1. Mean time to detect (MTTD) and respond (MTTR) to incidents.
2. Uptime and performance of SOC tools and technologies.
3. Accuracy and completeness of incident documentation.
4. Contribution to process improvement and automation.

1. On-call availability for critical incidents.
2. On-Site work model based on organizational policies.

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 12/20/2024

The SOC Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring the organization's cybersecurity posture is robust and resilient. The position is responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security events and incidents, maintaining security tools and technologies, and supporting continuous improvements to SOC operations.

1. Own and operate most important security solutions designed to protect the company from cyber threats and attacks.
2. Lead in deploying new solutions and technologies to improve the security posture of the company.
3. Continuous fine-tuning of our security solutions to reduce the occurrence of false positive and false negative alerts.
4. Act as L3 escalation point in analyzing and responding to security incidents from various security technologies and platforms.
5. Perform platform health checks to ensure that our security solutions are operating effectively and efficiently.
6. Drive continuous improvement to reduce threat dwell time in our environment through automation, process simplification, among others.
7. Work closely with the Penetration Test Team, Cyber Hunt Team, Threat Intel, and other internal organizations to achieve the shared vision of improving the company's cyber security posture.
8. Use tools to respond to incidents, and actively improve the cyber security posture of the company.
9. Develop the technical skills of the junior SOC analysts in the team to empower them to be more effective and efficient in their roles.

Education and Certifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
2. Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CEH, CISSP, or GIAC are highly preferred.

4 years of experience in SOC operations, cybersecurity, or a related field.

1. Hands-on experience with SIEM tools, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and other security technologies.
2. Proven track record in incident detection, analysis, and response.

1. Strong understanding of networking protocols and concepts (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP).
2. Full knowledge of the following tools:
1. NAC Solutions.
2. SIEM Solutions.
3. EDR Solutions.
4. NDR Solutions.
5. IAM (Identity and Access Management).
6. PAM (Privileged Access Management).
7. Familiarity with forensic tools and methodologies.

1. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
2. Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
3. Ability to work effectively in high-pressure situations.
4. Team-oriented mindset with a proactive approach to learning and collaboration.

1. Mean time to detect (MTTD) and respond (MTTR) to incidents.
2. Uptime and performance of SOC tools and technologies.
3. Accuracy and completeness of incident documentation.
4. Contribution to process improvement and automation.

1. On-call availability for critical incidents.
2. On-Site work model based on organizational policies.

Job Title: SOC Engineer

Department: Cybersecurity Section

The SOC Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring the organization's cybersecurity posture is robust and resilient. The position is responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security events and incidents, maintaining security tools and technologies, and supporting continuous improvements to SOC operations.

• Own and operate the most important security solutions designed to protect the company from cyber threats and attacks.
• Lead in deploying new solutions and technologies to improve the security posture of the company.
• Continuously fine-tune security solutions to reduce false positives and negatives.
• Act as L3 escalation point in analyzing and responding to security incidents from various security technologies and platforms.
• Perform platform health checks to ensure effective and efficient operation of security solutions.
• Drive continuous improvements to reduce threat dwell time through automation and process simplification.
• Collaborate with Penetration Testing, Cyber Hunt, Threat Intelligence, and other internal teams to enhance cybersecurity posture.
• Use tools to respond to incidents and actively improve the company's cybersecurity defenses.
• Develop the technical skills of junior SOC analysts to empower their effectiveness.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related fields. Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CEH, CISSP, or GIAC are highly preferred.

At least 4 years in SOC operations, cybersecurity, or related fields. Hands-on experience with SIEM tools, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and other security technologies. Proven incident detection, analysis, and response skills.

Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP). Proficiency with NAC, SIEM, EDR, NDR solutions, IAM, PAM, and user behavior analysis. Familiarity with forensic tools and methodologies.

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Strong communication abilities. Ability to work under pressure. Team-oriented with proactive learning and collaboration mindset.

• Mean time to detect (MTTD) and respond (MTTR) to incidents.
• Uptime and performance of SOC tools and technologies.
• Accuracy and completeness of incident documentation.
• Contribution to process improvement and automation.

• On-call availability for critical incidents.
• On-site work based on organizational policies.

BlackStone eIT is on the lookout for a skilled and proactive Security Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this critical role, you will safeguard the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of our information systems. You will be responsible for designing and implementing robust security measures to protect against cyber threats.

Your role will involve conducting risk assessments, analyzing vulnerabilities, and developing strategies to mitigate potential security risks. You will play a key part in ensuring compliance with security standards and regulations while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance our security posture.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement security policies, protocols, and procedures
• Perform regular security assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities
• Monitor network systems for security breaches and respond to incidents
• Work with IT teams to integrate security requirements into the systems development lifecycle
• Provide recommendations for security improvements and risk mitigation
• Stay updated on the latest security trends, threats, and technology solutions
• Conduct security awareness training for employees
• Participate in incident response planning and execution
• Document all security incidents and actions taken
  
  

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field
• At least 3 years of experience in a security engineering position or similar role
• In-depth knowledge of security protocols, tools, and technologies
• Experience with vulnerability management and security monitoring systems
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks like GDPR, HIPAA, or PCI DSS
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or similar are advantageous
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks effectively
• Willingness to adapt and learn new security technologies
  
  

• Paid Time Off
• Performance Bonus
• Training & Development

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Information Technology
• Industries IT Services and IT Consulting

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We are seeking a highly skilled Security Engineer with extensive experience in deploying and migrating Microsoft Defender solutions, including Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE), Microsoft Defender for Cloud (MDC), and Microsoft Defender for Identity (MDI). The successful candidate will lead the deployment and migration efforts, ensuring robust security postures and seamless transitions for our clients. This role involves working closely with clients to understand their security needs and providing ongoing support and optimization.

• Plan, design, and implement Microsoft Defender solutions (MDE, MDC, and MDI) for clients.
• Manage the end-to-end migration process from existing security solutions to Microsoft Defender suite.
• Ensure seamless integration and minimal disruption during the migration process.
• Integrate MDE, MDC, and MDI with existing client infrastructure and other security tools.
• Customize and configure each Defender solution to meet specific client security policies and requirements.
• Optimize security features and settings to enhance threat detection and response capabilities.
• Provide expert-level support during and after the migration phase.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to MDE, MDC, and MDI deployments.
• Liaise with Microsoft support and other vendors as necessary to resolve complex issues.

Any Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Cybersecurity, or equivalent experience.

5+ years of experience as a Security Engineer.

Proficiency in MDI, MDC, MDE.

Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Role Description: The Security Engineer will be responsible for implementing and managing security controls to protect the organization's data and systems. This role will involve configuring and maintaining security devices, conducting vulnerability assessments, and responding to security incidents.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Configure and manage security devices (firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, etc.).
2. Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
3. Respond to security incidents and perform forensic investigations.
4. Implement security policies and procedures.
5. Monitor security logs and alerts.
6. Configure cloud security tools.

Experience: Minimum 10 years of experience in security engineering.

Netsentries FZCO is seeking a Security Engineer with expertise in CI/CD Security (DevSecOps). This role is integral in ensuring the security and integrity of our CI/CD Platform, particularly focusing on DevSecOps and Kubernetes security. A significant aspect of the role involves conducting security assessments, recommending designs and enhancements, troubleshooting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct security assessments and audits within CI/CD pipelines. Familiarity with tools such as Jenkins, ArgoCD and GitHub Actions
• Review and enhance security measures for Kubernetes and container deployments.
• Implement and review security practices in cloud-native environments, knowledge about service mesh architectures, API gateways and the CNCF landscape into DevOps processes.
• Oversee security aspects of orchestration platforms like OpenShift.
• Collaborate with various development teams to bring continuous improvement in DevSecOps processes and tools.
• Develop and maintain security documentation and guidelines for CI/CD pipeline tools and processes.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Certified DevSecOps Professional (CDP)) are a plus.
• Work Closely with engineering teams to ensure security while architecting and building new systems.

Qualifications:

• Strong background in CI/CD and container technologies.
• Proven experience in securing Kubernetes and containerized environments.
• Proficiency in at least one scripting language: Python, Bash, NodeJS
• Familiarity with OpenShift, ArgoCD, GitHub Actions, Istio, and DevSecOps methodologies.
• In-depth knowledge of containers, Kubernetes, docker, API Gateway, Jenkins
• Ability to design and implement robust security protocols and measures.
• Understanding of network segmentation, Network Policies, Egress policies etc.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Soft skills:

• Ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders and manage their expectations from a security perspective.
• Holistic thinking; must balance security and functionality using practical demonstrable examples. Must also contribute to and implement "good architecture principles" to lower technical debt.
• Assertive personality; should be able to hold her/his own in a project board or work group setting.
• Superlative written and verbal communication skills; should be able to explain technical observations in an easy-to-understand manner.
• Can work independently and self-motivated.

Preferred Certifications:

• Certified DevSecOps Professional (CDP)
• Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS)
• Any other equivalent certification for DevSecOps

Help AG is looking for a dynamic and innovative Security Engineer with hands-on experience in administering and maintaining Fortinet and Infoblox solutions. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing firewall, authentication, PAM, and DDI infrastructure across both IT and OT environments, ensuring robust and secure network operations.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Fortinet firewalls, FortiManager, and FortiAnalyzer for IT and OT networks.
• Administer and maintain IP address management and DNS/DHCP services using Infoblox DDI.
• Implement and manage AAA solutions with a preference for FortiAuthenticator.
• Deploy and support privileged access management using FortiPAM.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network and security issues and incidents.
• Work on LLD, HLD, and project documents.
• Maintain continuous communication with the customer on tickets, health checks, projects, and other technical work.
• Work as a resident engineer at the customer site based on business requirements.
• Use tools (ticket system, time tracking) properly and document tickets accurately.
• Follow up on escalations to meet SLA requirements.
• Prioritize customer satisfaction, professionalism, accuracy, and high-quality work.
• Keep the ticket system up to date to meet SLA requirements.
• Interact and communicate with vendor support organizations and engineers.
• This position may require travel to multiple locations for installing Fortinet solutions.

Qualifications and Skills

• More than 5 years of experience with Fortinet Technologies.
• Experience in enterprise environments handling support and projects.
• Bachelor's degree in information security, IT, or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in Fortinet products: FortiAnalyzer, FortiADC, FortiAuthenticator, FortiPAM.
• Strong knowledge of network protocols, routing, switching, and load balancing.
• Experience with Infoblox DDI and knowledge of PKI and CLM platforms, preferably DigiCert ONE.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Security certifications (e.g., Infoblox, Fortinet NSE 4/5/6, CCNP) are a plus.
• Understanding of security concepts and technologies.
• Extensive TCP/IP networking experience.
• Flexible work approach and goal-oriented mindset.
• Excellent communication and training skills.
• Customer-focused and friendly attitude.
• Ability to understand complex business processes.

Benefits

• Health insurance with a leading global provider.
• Career growth through challenging projects.
• Employee engagement and wellness activities.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Annual flight tickets.
• Inclusive and diverse work environment.
• Flexible/hybrid working environment.
• Open-door policy.

About Us

Help AG is the cybersecurity arm of e& (formerly Etisalat Digital), providing strategic consultancy and tailored security solutions across the Middle East. Established in 2004, it was acquired by e& in 2020, strengthening its regional presence. Help AG remains vendor-agnostic and trusted as a leading IT security advisor, offering top technology solutions and expert services to enhance cybersecurity defenses.