47 Cybersecurity Specialists jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 02/15/2025

Therole of the Cybersecurity Operations Specialist is essential for maintainingand improving the organization's security posture through the oversight ofdaily security operations, incident response, and the management of diversesecurity technologies. The primary focus is on ensuring the security,resilience, and compliance of both technological and operational facets.Additionally, the role involves managing daily administrative tasks to optimizecybersecurity capabilities, developing and implementing cybersecurityoperations framework, and ensuring swift and effective responses to securityincidents.

JOBSPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

ZscalerZIA (Internet Access) Management: Administer and optimize Zscaler ZIA (Internet Access) tosecure internet traffic and enforce security policies. Configure ZIA policiesto control access to web applications and prevent malicious activities.

ZscalerZPA (Private Access) Management: Manage and optimize Zscaler ZPA to secure remote accessand zero-trust connectivity. Configure ZPA policies to ensure secure access tointernal applications and resources.

ZscalerZDX (Digital Experience) Management: Oversee and enhance Zscaler ZDX tomonitor and optimize user experience and application performance. Utilize ZDXinsights to improve application delivery and security posture.

DeceptionPlatform Management: Deploy and manage deception technologies to detect and deceive attackers withinthe network. Configure and maintain deception assets to lure and identifymalicious actors.

SecurityTool Management: Manage and optimize other security tools and technologies used for securitymonitoring and incident response (e.g., SIEM, EDR, threat intelligenceplatforms, vulnerability Management, DMARC). Configure and fine-tune securitytools to improve detection accuracy and reduce false positives.

IncidentAnalysis and Response: Perform or support in-depth analysis and investigation of security breachesusing SIEM tools, threat intelligence, and other cybersecurity technologies.Coordinate response activities for cybersecurity incidents, including documentation,reporting, and communication with relevant stakeholders.

KEYRESULT AREAS

· ZscalerInternet Access (ZIA), Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) and Zscaler DigitalExperience (ZDX) management

· SecurityOperations Management

· Minimumof 8 years of experience in security operation management

· Deepunderstanding of network security, remote access security, platform, endpoint, cloud,and mobile security, as well as malware protection.

· Energyand utility sector preferred

Job-relatedcompetencies and proficiency levels:

Behavioural

· Organizationalexcellence (level 3) - Skilled

· Encouragecontinuous learning (level 3) - Skilled

· Buildeffective relationships (level 3) - Skilled

· Communicatewith impact (level 3) - Skilled

· Adopta strategic mindset (level 3) – Skilled

Technical

· SecurityIncident response and mitigation (level 3) - Skilled

· Securitytools operations (Level3) - Skilled

About GWC Networks:

GWC Networks is a specialist NMS, Observability & Cybersecurity Systems Integrator with a strong presence in UAE and INDIA. We deliver cutting-edge solutions that protect businesses from network outages and cyber threats. Partnering with industry-leading vendors like SolarWinds, ManageEngine, Group-IB, KnowBe4, Beyond Trust etc., we help organizations maintain secure and resilient IT environments.

Role Overview:

As our Cybersecurity Sales Specialist, you’ll drive growth by identifying opportunities, building client relationships, and closing deals. You’ll work closely with technical teams to craft custom solutions and engage with C-level stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

Business Development: Identify and qualify new business opportunities via networking, cold outreach, and industry events.

Client Engagement: Identify and engage potential clients, including CISOs, CTOs, and IT Managers, to understand their needs and propose tailored solutions in areas such as Network Security, Cybersecurity, Network Monitoring & Observability, Application Performance Monitoring and Governance, Risk & Compliance.

Solution Selling: Understand client requirements and architect tailored cybersecurity solutions. Collaborate with partners and internal teams to craft proposals and RFP responses.

Pipeline & Forecasting: Manage opportunities in CRM; deliver accurate forecasts and performance reports.

Market Analysis: Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitor activities to identify new business opportunities.

Collaboration: Work closely with technical and marketing teams to develop effective sales strategies and promotional materials.

Experience: 2–5 years in B2B sales - cybersecurity or IT services.

Fresh graduates with internship or campus project experience can apply.

Education: Bachelor’s in Business, IT, Computer Science, or similar; relevant cybersecurity certifications are a plus.

Preferred Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Proven ability to understand and convey complex technical information.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package based on experience and skillset.
• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge cloud security projects.
• Exposure to global clients and enterprise environments.
• Collaborative and growth-driven work culture.

Note: This role is only open to candidates currently based in Dubai.

About the Job

Job Title: Cybersecurity Project Coordinator

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

Job Type: Full-time

Position Summary: The Cybersecurity Project Coordinator will play a critical role in managing and supporting cybersecurity projects, working closely with internal stakeholders, technical teams, and external vendors. This role ensures that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and in compliance with security and regulatory standards.

• Coordinate and track progress of cybersecurity initiatives and projects
• Work with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to define project scope, goals, and deliverables
• Prepare and maintain detailed project documentation, schedules, and reports
• Assist in risk assessments and mitigation planning
• Monitor project budgets, timelines, and resource allocation
• Ensure project compliance with cybersecurity standards, policies, and best practices
• Facilitate regular project meetings and provide updates to senior management
• Support audits, incident response coordination, and post-project evaluations

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in project coordination, ideally in cybersecurity or IT
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles, frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001), and risk management
• Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills
• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, Asana)
• PMP, CAPM, or other relevant certifications (preferred but not required)

Job Location: Dubai (Onsite)

Job Type: Contract

Job Duration: 1 Year (extendable)

The Cybersecurity Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and successful delivery of cybersecurity projects across enterprise infrastructure, cloud environments, security platforms, applications, and compliance programs. This role ensures that all cybersecurity initiatives align with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and risk management strategies while effectively coordinating across internal teams, vendors, and business stakeholders.

The role manages projects related to security platform engineering, vulnerability management (VPAT), application security, DevSecOps, compliance initiatives, security automation, and enterprise-wide security enhancements. The Cybersecurity Project Manager ensures projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet defined security requirements.

As a key contributor to the Security Program and Platforms function, the role works closely with Platform Engineering, Security Testing, IT Infrastructure, Cloud, DevOps, and Business Units to align security projects with operational and strategic objectives.

• Manage the demand intake process for cybersecurity initiatives, working with business units, IT teams, and security leadership to assess security needs.
• Maintain a structured demand management framework, prioritizing security initiatives based on business impact, risk severity, compliance requirements, and available resources.
• Create and manage a security project demand pipeline, ensuring new security initiatives are assessed, scoped, and resourced appropriately.
• Provide visibility into upcoming projects, backlogs, and resource constraints through structured reporting.
• Oversee resource allocation across multiple security projects, ensuring optimal use of team members.
• Manage security team timesheets, workload distribution, and tracking of billable/non-billable efforts

• Manage end-to-end delivery of cybersecurity projects, from initiation to completion, ensuring they meet security, compliance, and business objectives.
• Plan, initiate, and oversee the execution of security projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and security requirements.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, defining scope, milestones, resource requirements, and budgets.
• Act as the primary liaison between security teams, business stakeholders, and vendors for security project execution.
• Ensure the timely execution of security projects across different teams.
• Monitor project progress, track deliverables, and mitigate risks to ensure successful project completion.
• Ensure all security projects align with MAF PMO standards.
• Provide regular project status updates and risk reports to senior leadership.

• Ensure all cybersecurity projects adhere to compliance and governance frameworks, minimizing security risks to the enterprise.
• Track project alignment with risk management frameworks, security policies, and enterprise security strategy.
• Work with Risk and Compliance teams to ensure security projects meet audit and regulatory requirements.
• Establish KPIs, reporting metrics, and dashboards to measure project success, risk reduction, and compliance adherence.

• Ensuring all cybersecurity projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• All security projects align with compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Seamless integration of security controls into enterprise IT, cloud, and business processes.
• High visibility and reporting accuracy of security project status, risks, and milestones.
• Successful vendor and stakeholder collaboration ensuring optimal security tool implementation

• Expertise in cybersecurity program and project management in enterprise environments.
• Strong knowledge of security frameworks, standards, and risk management methodologies (ISO 27001, NIST, PCI DSS).
• Experience managing security projects across different security domains.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of security platforms and tools (e.g. SIEM, IAM, CASB, WAF, DLP, EDR, and cloud security solutions).
• Strong understanding of IT service management (ITSM), Agile, ITIL, and PMP methodologies.
• Experience working with cybersecurity compliance, governance, and regulatory frameworks.

• Project management expertise in cybersecurity program delivery.
• Excellent stakeholder and vendor management skills.
• Experience managing cybersecurity budgets, contracts, and SLAs.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities in security risk assessment.
• Ability to coordinate between multiple security teams and business units.
• Proficiency in security project tracking tools (ServiceNow, Microsoft Project).
• Excellent written, verbal communication, and executive presentation skills.

• 7+ years of experience in cybersecurity project management.
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Project Management certification (PMP, Prince2, Agile).
• A bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering or technology-related field, or equivalent

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM).
• Agile or ITIL certification.
• Cloud security certifications (AWS/Azure Security).

Overview

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 09/08/2025

The cybersecurity Senior Analyst is responsible for managing and operating key cybersecurity monitoring systems and tools within the OT environment. He will be involved in the daily operation of the SOAR and SIEM solutions, including the development of playbooks, creating correlation rules, managing vulnerability scanning, and conducting threat intelligence analysis.

Additionally, the role includes leading incident response efforts, generating reports, and providing key performance indicators (KPIs) to the head of cybersecurity department.

• SOAR management: Manage, operate and optimize the Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) platform to streamline incident response workflows and develop and maintain automated playbooks to streamline incident response processes. Ensure efficient threat mitigation and continuously refine and optimize SOAR workflows to improve response times and accuracy.
• SIEM solution management: Oversee the operation and maintenance of the Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) system, ensuring its effective use for monitoring and threat detection. Develop and implement parsing and correlation rules to ensure accurate event data analysis and timely detection of potential threats.
• Vulnerability Management: Conduct regular vulnerability scans using appropriate tools to identify potential security gaps in the OT infrastructure. Manage the entire vulnerability lifecycle, from detection through remediation by working closely with OT teams to address any vulnerabilities in a timely manner.
• OT cybersecurity Incident Response: develop and maintain incident response playbooks that define processes for responding to various types of cybersecurity incidents within the OT environment. Coordinate incident response efforts and perform root cause analysis and recommend enhancements.
• Reporting and KPI Measurement: Generate detailed security reports that provide insights into the OT cybersecurity posture, incidents, and overall security health. Track KPIs related to cybersecurity operations, such as incident response time, vulnerability resolution rate, and overall system security.

• SOAR management (FortiSOAR)
• Vulnerability scanning (Nessus Professional, Wazuh, DesktopCentral) management
• Security incident management

• Minimum experience level: Minimum of 8 years of experience in Data security Management
• Diverse/multi-cultural business industry (obtained from medium to large organisation)
• Multi-national company
• Energy and utility sector preferred

• Behavioural
• Organisational excellence (level 3) - Skilled
• Encourage continuous learning (level 3) - Skilled
• Build effective relationships (level 3) - Skilled
• Communicate with impact (level 3) - Skilled
• Adopt a strategic mindset (level 3) - Skilled
• Technical
• Vulnerability Management (level 3) - Skilled

Abhu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 04/22/2025

The Data Security Specialist is responsible for implementing and maintaining data security measures to protect sensitive information and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. This role involves assessing data security risks, developing policies and procedures, implementing data security controls, and providing guidance on best practices for data protection. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of data security principles, technologies, and regulatory frameworks, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to mitigate security threats and safeguard data assets.

1. Data Security Policies and Compliance: Develop and implement data security policies, procedures, and standards that align with organizational goals and regulatory requirements. Ensure compliance with data protection regulations and stay updated on the latest trends and technologies in data security.
2. Data Inventory: Collaborate with business units to identify sensitive data types, including PII, intellectual property, and confidential data. Develop and maintain a data inventory and establish data flows to track sensitive data, facilitating the creation of data protection policies.
3. Data Loss Prevention: Deploy and manage DLP solutions to prevent unauthorized data exfiltration, leakage, or loss. Configure DLP policies to monitor and control data movement across endpoints, networks, and cloud environments.
4. Data Classification Solution: Develop and maintain data classification policies and guidelines to categorize data based on sensitivity and criticality. Implement data classification tools to facilitate labeling data according to predefined criteria.
5. Digital Rights Management (DRM): Implement and configure DRM solutions to protect digital assets and intellectual property from unauthorized access or distribution. Develop DRM policies and procedures to define rules for accessing, sharing, and managing digital content.
6. Secure Data Transfer: Define requirements for restrictions on sensitive data transfer and create DLP policies to enforce these requirements.
7. Encryption and Data Protection Measures: Manage encryption technologies to secure data transmission, storage, and disposal. Advocate for robust data protection measures, including regular backups and restoration testing.
8. Security Assessments and Audits: Conduct regular data security assessments to identify vulnerabilities. Recommend and implement mitigation strategies.
9. Incident Response and Management: Monitor for data breaches and coordinate with cybersecurity teams to investigate and resolve incidents. Oversee secure disposal of data assets.
10. Collaboration and Integration: Work with IT and other departments to embed data security measures into business processes and technology development, including secure coding practices.
11. Training and Awareness: Lead training programs on data security best practices to increase organizational awareness.

1. Contribute to departmental strategy, policies, and procedures aligned with client needs.
2. Manage activities of direct reports to ensure efficiency.
3. Assist in budget preparation and risk management.
4. Implement continuous improvement initiatives based on international best practices.
5. Ensure timely and accurate reporting.

• Protection of organizational data from unauthorized access or loss.
• Compliance with data protection laws.
• Enhanced employee awareness of data security practices.

Internal: Accounting, Procurement, Treasury, Operations Technology, Internal Audit, and other departments.

External: Vendors and service providers.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, IT, or related field. A Master’s degree is desirable.

Certifications: At least one cybersecurity certification such as CDPSE, CISA, CISSP, or CISM. Additional certifications in information assurance or data privacy are a plus.

Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in data security or related fields, with expertise in data protection strategies, laws (GDPR, CCPA), cloud security, NIST, and ISO27001 frameworks. Experience in multinational companies and in the energy/utilities sector is preferred.

Our client is a leading Cybersecurity/IT company based in Riyadh, and known for its innovative approach and significant market presence. It offers a professional environment focused on delivering cutting-edge Cybersecurity solutions such as EDR, XDR, MDR, NDR, SIEM, SOAR, NGFW (Next-Generation Firewall), NGAV (Next-Generation Antivirus).

• Developing and implementing product strategies aligned with business objectives and client/market demands
• Overseeing the entire product lifecycle for AI-driven Cybersecurity solutions
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including engineering, marketing, and sales, to ensure seamless product development and delivery
• Analysing market trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement
• Defining product pricing strategies to achieve profitability and market competitiveness
• Monitoring products' performance and customer feedback to drive continuous improvement
• Preparing and presenting product updates and strategy reports to senior management
• Ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations throughout the product development process
• Growing and developing the Product team

• A degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related fields of study
• 10+ years of experience in Product Management within large, renowned Cybersecurity/IT vendors
• Strong knowledge of AI-driven Cybersecurity tools and solutions such as EDR, XDR, MDR, NDR, SIEM, SOAR, NGFW (Next-Generation Firewall), NGAV (Next-Generation Antivirus)
• Deep understanding of AI developments in Cybersecurity/IT solutions
• Proven expertise in developing and executing product strategies
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret client needs and market data effectively
• Experience in collaborating with diverse teams and managing multiple stakeholders
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills
• An understanding of the Riyadh market and its unique dynamics

Talan is a global consulting group specializing in innovation and transformation through technology. For over 20 years, we have partnered with companies and public organizations to drive meaningful change.

We are purpose-driven, working across diverse sectors to tackle social and environmental challenges, simplify and improve market operations, leverage digital transformation, and ensure that data is managed responsibly and ethically.

Our expertise spans consultancy and outsourcing services, including programme management, market design, and governance. We also offer award-winning capabilities in cyber security, data privacy, and digital transformation.

We are currently seeking a Cybersecurity Expert to join our team.

The Cybersecurity Expert will ensure that all systems and data within the Smart Metering Programme meet the highest standards of information security and regulatory compliance. The role involves defining cybersecurity requirements, assessing risks, and overseeing secure system integration across Meters, communications services, HES, MDMS, IT, and field components. It requires expertise in critical infrastructure protection, vulnerability management, and incident response within complex, multi-vendor environments.

• Define and maintain the cybersecurity framework for the programme.
• Conduct security risk assessments and vulnerability analyses.
• Oversee implementation of security controls across all system components.
• Coordinate penetration testing, incident response, and audits.
• Ensure compliance with UAE and international cybersecurity standards.
• Work closely with IT, Integration, and Testing teams to embed secure‑by‑design principles.

• 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity, ideally within utilities, energy, or critical infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of AMI security, encryption, and network protection.
• Experience with ISO 27001, NIST, and UAE cybersecurity frameworks.
• Certified in CISSP, CISM, or equivalent.
• Excellent communication and risk management skills in complex delivery environments.