Cyber Security Associate

ADIB - Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank in the UAE is seeking a Cyber Security Associate for recent graduates. This entry-level position offers the opportunity to work across various functions including Cyber Defense and Risk Management, while participating in critical projects and assessments. Ideal candidates have a background in IT or Cyber Security and are ready to tackle emerging threats and work collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Recent Graduates from a reputable university in a related field.
• Basic knowledge of Cyber Security domains.
• Good understanding of Information Security principles.

Responsibilities

• Support teams in data security assessments.
• Create reports and recommendations based on findings.
• Monitor and report on new and emerging threats.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Education

Degree in Computer Science

Degree in Cyber Security

Degree in IT

Job description

Role: Cyber Security Associate (UAE Nationals - Recent Graduates Only)

Location: Abu Dhabi

Role Purpose:

• The Cyber Security Associate is an entry Job and can perform a variety of positions across GISD including Cyber Defense Center, Cyber Operations, Governance Risk and Compliance, Resilience, PMO, Privacy Operations and Engineering Functions.
• The Cyber Security Associate will be participating and leading projects delivery in a cross functional manner inside or outside GISD.

Key accountabilities of the role:

• Support ADIB teams in data security assessments.
• Work on a wide variety of tasks including research and internal process, engineering, and operations.
• Create reports and recommendations based on trainee findings, including the security issues uncovered and level of risk.
• Plan and create penetration methods, scripts, and tests.
• Present security findings, risk and conclusions to management and other relevant parties
• Understand how the flaws/Risks that is identified could affect a business, or business function, if they’re not fixed.
• Monitor and report on new and emerging threats to security in the Technology arena.
• Participate and assist in GISD projects and communication to stakeholders outside GISD.
• Complete assigned training on time and with the acceptable success rate.

Specialist skills / technical knowledge required for this role:

• Recent Graduates from a Reputable University in Computer Science, Cyber Security, IT or related education.
• Quick learner and adaptable
• Work in a highly motivated work environment
• Basic knowledge of Cyber Security domains
• Basic knowledge of Risk frameworks
• Good communication, interpersonal, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility, persistence, and willingness to work on a variety of activities/ tasks.
• Good understanding of trends and developments in the areas of Information Security and Risk Management.
• Basic knowledge of Information Security principles and practices.