Group Specialist - Network Security

DP World; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Dubai is seeking an experienced IT Security professional to manage network security solutions and respond to security incidents. The ideal candidate will possess 8-10 years of IT experience, with at least 5 years in Network Security, and have hands-on experience with CheckPoint and Fortinet Solutions. Strong analytical skills, along with industry-recognized certifications such as CCSA or Azure Administrator, are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in IT with at least 5 years in Network Security.
• Hands-on experience with CheckPoint and Fortinet Solutions is a must.
• Industry-recognized certifications such as CCSA or Azure Administrator.

Responsibilities

• Administer network security solutions including firewalls and monitoring.
• Respond to IT security incidents and perform forensics.
• Conduct risk assessment for existing firewall rules.

Skills

Network Security

Firewall Management

Risk Assessment

Incident Response

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science

Tools

CheckPoint

Fortinet Solutions

O365 Security

Azure Security

Job description

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Administer, troubleshoot and manage network security solutions implemented in Shared Security Hubs, including next-generation firewalls, web application firewalls, security incident monitoring, etc.
• Provide prompt assistance to the BUs for any new requirements or network support concerns.
• Fine tune and implement configuration changes to security controls as per requirement.
• Carry out infrastructure related vulnerability assessments of IT systems to identifying potential vulnerabilities, make recommendations to control identified risks and work with those individuals to ensure they are implemented.
• Respond rapidly and effectively to IT security incidents, managing them as per DPW incident management life cycle, including performing forensics for evidence gathering and preservation.
• Periodically conduct risk assessment for existing firewall rules and for new change request submitted by the business.
• Maintain and monitor site-to-site connectivity established with global DP World sites.
• Work closely with internal teams (Network, Windows, Linux, BU IT) to continuously improve security posture in DP World group.
• Stay up to date on information technology trends and security standards and recommend best practices applicable to DP World group.
• Act as an ambassador for DP World at all times when working; promoting and demonstrating positive behaviours in harmony with DP World’s Principles, values and culture; ensuring the highest level of safety is applied in all activities; understanding and following DP World’s Code of Conduct and Ethics policies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Knowledge and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
• Should have 8-10 years of experience in IT field with at least 5 years’ experience in Network Security, Managing Security Solutions.
• Hands‑on experience with CheckPoint, Fortinet Solutions, Check Point Multi-Domain and Azure Security is a must.
• Hands‑on experience on data leakage prevention solution, O365 Security, next generation firewall, web application firewall & OT/IoT security.
• Good understanding of cloud security (Azure, AWS etc.) is desirable.
• Ability to adapt in a complex environment, challenges, with the will and drive to learn new things on its own.
• Industry recognised professional certifications such as CCSA (Check Point Certified Security Administrator), CCSE (Check Point Certified Security Expert), Azure Fundamentals, Azure Administrator, etc.
• Exposure in creating technical documentation for security tools and procedures.
• Good understanding in E‑commerce, logistics, supply chain & port operations applications will be an added advantage.
• Experience in working with Multinational Companies (MNC) is preferable.

Soft Skills

• Excellent analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Program and Project management skills.
• Time management skills.
• Team player and conflict management skills.
• Ability to adapt in a complex environment, loves challenges, with the will and drive to learn new things on his/her own.
• Cultural awareness.

Technical Skills

• Deep technical knowledge in IT technologies, operating systems, networking etc. and global business experience.
• Detailed technical knowledge of security vulnerabilities and remediation.
• Solid understanding of OWASP Top 10 vulnerability assessment and mitigation.