Cybersecurity & Risk Assurance Associate

7X; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

7X in Dubai is seeking an Information Security Associate to support the implementation, monitoring, and enhancement of information security practices across the organization. The successful candidate will assist in maintaining security standards, managing security operations, conducting risk assessments, supporting incident response activities, and promoting information security awareness.

The role involves security operations, risk assessments, incident response support, and promoting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or equivalent.
• 0–3 years of experience in information security or cybersecurity.
• Knowledge of information security frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, or PCI-DSS.
• Understanding of network security, risk assessment, vulnerability management, and incident response.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and maintenance of information security frameworks and controls.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with ISO 27001, NIST, and PCI-DSS.
• Participate in security assessments and audits of systems, applications, and infrastructure.
• Review security requirements for new technologies, applications, and projects.
• Assist in monitoring security events and incidents.
• Support Security Operations Center (SOC) activities and reporting.
• Contribute to vulnerability assessments and remediation activities.
• Help implement security controls to protect sensitive information.
• Conduct information security risk assessments.
• Assist in identifying security vulnerabilities and recommending mitigation measures.
• Support third-party security assessments and vendor reviews.
• Participate in incident response investigations and reporting.
• Assist with root cause analysis and corrective action plans.
• Support digital forensics activities and evidence preservation when required.
• Promote security best practices across the organization.

Skills

Information security

Risk assessment

Vulnerability management

Incident response

Security operations

SOC familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

7X in Dubai is seeking an Information Security Associate to support the implementation, monitoring, and enhancement of information security practices across the organization. The successful candidate will assist in maintaining security standards, managing security operations, conducting risk assessments, supporting incident response activities, and promoting information security awareness.

The role involves security operations, risk assessments, incident response support, and promoting