Cyber Security Specialist - أخصائي أمن سيبراني

University of Khorfakkan; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the United Arab Emirates is looking for a cybersecurity professional to monitor threats and implement controls. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and 2-3 years of experience in cybersecurity. Key responsibilities include incident investigation, vulnerability scanning, and supporting secure software development. Candidates should be proficient with tools like Wireshark and Burp Suite. Join a dynamic team committed to protecting digital assets.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of hands-on cybersecurity experience.
• Strong knowledge of encryption and web vulnerabilities.
• Strong programming background for secure coding.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and respond to cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and alerts.
• Implement and maintain cybersecurity controls, firewalls, and endpoint protection.
• Conduct security audits, risk assessments, and compliance checks.

Skills

Network security

Threat monitoring and response

Penetration testing

Vulnerability scanning

Incident investigation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Wireshark

Burp Suite

Metasploit

Nessus

Job description

United Arab Emirates

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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, and web vulnerabilities.
• Proficiency with tools such as Wireshark, Burp Suite, Metasploit, and 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