Cyber Security Specialist - أخصائي أمن سيبراني

University of Khorfakkan; Khor Fakkan; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Khor Fakkan is seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist to monitor and respond to threats while ensuring strong defenses against vulnerabilities. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Computer Science and 2–3 years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity. Responsibilities include conducting audits and implementing controls. Certifications like CEH or Security+ are preferred. This position offers a full-time role in a rapidly evolving field.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of hands‑on cybersecurity experience.
• Strong knowledge of network security and encryption.
• Strong programming background for secure coding.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and respond to cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities.
• Implement and maintain cybersecurity controls and firewalls.
• Conduct security audits and risk assessments.

Skills

Network security

Encryption

Web vulnerabilities

Secure coding

Incident investigation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

Wireshark

Burp Suite

Metasploit

Nessus

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and respond to cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and alerts.
• Perform penetration testing, vulnerability scanning, and incident investigation.
• Implement and maintain cybersecurity controls, firewalls, and endpoint protection.
• Conduct security audits, risk assessments, and compliance checks.
• Support secure software development and code review practices.
• Create reports, guidelines, and security best practices for staff training.

Required Skills And Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science.
• 2–3 years of hands‑on cybersecurity experience.
• Strong knowledge of network security, encryption, web vulnerabilities.
• Proficiency with tools such as Wireshark, Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nessus.
• Strong programming background for secure coding.

Preferred Skills

• Certifications such as CEH, Security+, CySA+, or OSCP.
• Experience securing cloud, IoT, or embedded systems.
• Understanding of DevSecOps workflows.

Experience Required

2–3 years

Qualification

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Employment Type

Full-time