Cybersecurity Engineer: Cloud & Network Defense Expert

NAFFCO; Dubai; On-site; AED 112,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

NAFFCO, a Dubai-based leader in fire and safety solutions, is seeking an IT Cybersecurity Engineer to design, implement and operate security controls protecting IT infrastructure, systems, applications and data. The role demands hands-on experience with cybersecurity technologies and a solid grasp of enterprise security operations.

The ideal candidate will monitor threats, conduct vulnerability assessments and coordinate incident response across cloud and on-premises environments, including AWS,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• Strong understanding of SOC processes.
• Strong understanding of network security principles and architectures.
• Strong understanding of OS security and hardening (Windows & Linux).
• Strong understanding of IAM.
• Strong understanding of encryption and secure communication protocols.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and maintain security controls across networks, systems, applications and cloud platforms.
• Monitor, analyze and respond to security alerts, incidents and vulnerabilities.
• Deploy and manage endpoint security solutions including EDR/XDR, DLP and patch management.
• Configure and manage network security, WAF and email security solutions.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and VAPT; coordinate remediation with IT/infrastructure teams.
• Support SIEM operations including log analysis, alert triage and incident investigation.
• Ensure secure configuration of operating systems through OS hardening and best practices.
• Support IAM authentication mechanisms, encryption and key management practices.
• Assist with cloud security implementation and monitoring across AWS, Azure and/or GCP environments.
• Participate in incident response, root-cause analysis, forensic investigations and post-incident reviews.
• Maintain cybersecurity documentation, policies, procedures and compliance evidence.
• Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities and cybersecurity trends.

Skills

SOC processes

Network security

OS security and hardening

IAM

Encryption protocols

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/related field

Tools

EDR/XDR

DLP

Patch management

WAF

Email security gateways

SIEM platforms

Vulnerability scanning/VAPT tools

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Job description

NAFFCO, a Dubai-based leader in fire and safety solutions, is seeking an IT Cybersecurity Engineer to design, implement and operate security controls protecting IT infrastructure, systems, applications and data. The role demands hands-on experience with cybersecurity technologies and a solid grasp of enterprise security operations.

The ideal candidate will monitor threats, conduct vulnerability assessments and coordinate incident response across cloud and on-premises environments, including AWS,