Cyber Security Specialist

About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Cyber Security Specialist to join our team in Dubai. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing cybersecurity controls aligned with ISO 27001 and NIST frameworks, protecting our network and cloud environments, and responding to security incidents to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our information assets.

Responsibilities:
Develop, implement, and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures in alignment with ISO 27001 and NIST frameworks
Conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration tests, and risk analyses across on-premises and cloud environments
Manage and tune security infrastructure including firewalls, IDS/IPS, and vulnerability management tools
Monitor, analyze, and respond to security events using Splunk and QRadar
Lead incident response efforts, including identification, containment, eradication, and recovery
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to remediate security findings and harden systems
Configure and maintain security controls in AWS and Azure cloud environments
Prepare and present security reports, metrics, and compliance documentation to stakeholders

Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field
5-8 years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity roles
Proven expertise with ISO 27001 implementation and audit processes
Strong knowledge of NIST Cybersecurity Framework
Experience in network security architecture and administration
Hands-on experience with penetration testing and vulnerability assessment tools
Proficiency in incident response methodologies and playbook development
Experience managing firewalls, IDS/IPS, and vulnerability management platforms
Practical experience with SIEM tools, specifically Splunk and QRadar
Demonstrated ability to secure AWS and Azure environments
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:
Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or CRISC
Experience with cloud security posture management (CSPM) tools
Familiarity with additional compliance standards such as GDPR or PCI DSS
Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and container security
Experience working in the Middle East or UAE regulatory environment
Arabic language proficiency