Endpoint Security Engineer

Info Resume Edge; Dubai; On-site; AED 220,000 - 331,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in cybersecurity is seeking an Endpoint Security Engineer to design and maintain endpoint protection technologies. The role involves securing devices against cyber threats, ensuring compliance with security policies, and collaborating with IT teams. Ideal candidates will have a degree in a related field and 3-5 years of experience in endpoint security.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in endpoint security or cybersecurity roles.
• Strong hands-on experience with endpoint security tools.
• Knowledge of operating systems like Windows, macOS, and Linux.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, and manage endpoint security tools.
• Monitor and respond to endpoint security alerts and incidents.
• Investigate security breaches and conduct root cause analysis.

Skills

Endpoint security tools

Networking principles

Scripting skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology

Tools

CrowdStrike

SentinelOne

Microsoft Defender

Symantec

Tanium

Intune

JAMF

SCCM

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Endpoint Security Engineer to design, implement, and maintain endpoint protection technologies across our enterprise. You will be responsible for securing laptops, desktops, mobile devices, and servers against cyber threats while ensuring compliance with security policies and industry regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Deploy, configure, and manage endpoint security tools (e.g., antivirus, EDR, DLP, HIDS).
2. Monitor and respond to endpoint security alerts and incidents.
3. Develop and enforce endpoint hardening standards and baseline configurations.
4. Collaborate with IT and Security teams to support vulnerability management and patching efforts.
5. Investigate security breaches and conduct root cause analysis.
6. Evaluate and recommend new endpoint security tools and technologies.
7. Create and maintain technical documentation, runbooks, and standard operating procedures.
8. Perform regular audits of endpoint security posture and compliance.
9. Ensure endpoint protection aligns with security policies, regulatory frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, HIPAA), and data privacy laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).

Qualifications:

Required:

1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field.
2. 3-5 years of experience in endpoint security, systems administration, or cybersecurity roles.
3. Strong hands-on experience with one or more endpoint security tools (e.g., CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Microsoft Defender, Symantec, Tanium).
4. Knowledge of operating systems (Windows, macOS, Linux) and endpoint management platforms (e.g., Intune, JAMF, SCCM).
5. Familiarity with EDR, antivirus, encryption, DLP, vulnerability management, and SIEM integration.
6. Strong understanding of networking and cybersecurity principles.
7. Scripting skills (e.g., PowerShell, Python, Bash) for automation and analysis.

Preferred:

1. Industry certifications such as CEH, GSEC, CompTIA Security+, CySA+, or similar.
2. Experience with Zero Trust security models and endpoint detection response strategies.
3. Knowledge of cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and securing remote endpoints.

Soft Skills:

1. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
2. Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
3. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
4. Detail-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement.