Information Security Engineer

Sundus Recruitment and Outsourcing Services, Abu Dhabi; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Information Security Engineer to enhance its security posture. This role involves assisting in incident response, security monitoring, and maintaining various security tools. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, alongside 1-3 years of experience in information security. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact the organization's security framework and help safeguard critical information assets. If you are passionate about cybersecurity and eager to grow in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years in an information security role or related IT position.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or Information Security.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing incident response activities and coordinating with the MDR provider.
• Monitor security alerts and logs to identify potential threats.

Skills

Incident Response

Security Monitoring

Vulnerability Management

Documentation

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Certifications (CompTIA Security+, CEH)

Tools

SIEM

EDR

NAC Systems

Job description

JPC - 4750 - Information Security Engineer

Job Location: Abu Dhabi

Position Type: Contractual

Qualification: Bachelors Degree

Total Experience: 1-3 years

Language Proficiency: English

Job Responsibilities

• This role involves assisting the InfoSec Lead in managing incident response activities, coordinating with our Managed Detection and Response (MDR) provider, and maintaining various security tools and processes.
• Organizational Relationships
• Reporting Relationships: InfoSec Engineer to InfoSec Lead
• Direct Reports: 1
• Internal Communication: Service Desk, NOC / Infrastructure / Infosec Team
• External Communication: Technology vendors (TIER III support)

Key Accountabilities

• Incident Response Support: Assist in the detection, analysis, and response to security incidents, including coordinating with the MDR provider and internal stakeholders.
• Security Monitoring: Monitor security alerts and logs from SIEM, EDR, and other security tools to identify potential threats.
• Vulnerability Management: Support vulnerability assessments and track remediation efforts in collaboration with IT teams.
• Security Tool Maintenance: Help maintain and configure security tools such as EDR, SIEM, and NAC systems.
• Documentation: Maintain up-to-date documentation for security processes, incident reports, and system configurations.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1–3 years in an information security role or related IT position.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security, or a related field.
• Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CEH, or equivalent are preferred.
• Familiarity with security tools (SIEM, EDR, NAC), understanding of network protocols, and basic scripting knowledge.
• Good understanding of cloud and on-prem infrastructure from a security perspective.
• Familiarity with ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and security audit processes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities.