Cybersecurity Incident Handling Specialist

CyberGate Defense L.L.C; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm is seeking a Cybersecurity Incident Handling Specialist in Abu Dhabi. In this senior role, you will lead incident responses and provide strategic advisory to multiple stakeholders. Candidates should possess strong analytical and incident-solving skills with proven experience in cybersecurity incidents. This is an opportunity to work on high-impact projects and be a key expert in the team.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of security operations and threat intelligence.
• Proven experience in cybersecurity incident handling or response.
• Ability to act as a strategic advisor and handle complex security challenges.

Responsibilities

• Lead all response and coordination efforts for cybersecurity incidents.
• Provide hands-on support in investigating and resolving security events.
• Advise on cybersecurity best practices and risk mitigation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Incident resolution

Threat intelligence

Stakeholder coordination

Job description

Hiring : Cybersecurity Incident Handling Specialist

Overview

As an embedded expert from CyberGate, you will be the main point of contact for cybersecurity incidents, leading and coordinating response activities from detection to closure. This is a senior-level, hands-on role that requires strong analytical skills and the ability to provide strategic input. We are not looking for a Tier 1 or Tier 2 SOC analyst; we need a professional who can act decisively and independently in a high-stakes environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Incident Response: Act as the primary point of contact for cybersecurity incidents, leading all response and coordination efforts.
• Hands-on Investigation: Provide hands-on support in triaging, investigating, and resolving complex security events.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Work with internal departments and external partners to ensure timely and effective incident management.
• Post-Incident Analysis: Contribute to post-incident reviews, root cause analyses, and recommend long-term security improvements.
• Threat Intelligence: Monitor and track evolving threats, vulnerabilities, and risks to proactively advise the organization.
• Strategic Advisory: Advise IT and business units on cybersecurity best practices, risk mitigation, and secure configurations.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the SOC to ensure alignment and prevent duplication of efforts.

Requirements

• Solid understanding of security operations, threat intelligence, and the attack lifecycle.
• Strong analytical, investigation, and incident-solving skills.
• Proven experience in a similar cybersecurity incident handling or response role.
• The ability to act as a strategic advisor and handle complex security challenges independently.

Why Join Us?

Be the go-to expert in a critical role with high visibility.

Work on a high-impact project with a leading organization.

Join a team that values proactive security and decisive action.

If you are a seasoned cybersecurity professional ready to take on this challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply.