InfoSec Specialist: ICT Security & Incident Response

American University of Sharjah; Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution is seeking an Information Security Specialist to safeguard its ICT infrastructure. The role involves supporting security incident response, implementing access controls, and conducting audits. Candidates should possess a relevant bachelor's degree and have at least six years of experience in Information Security. Certifications such as CISM or CISSP are preferred. This position offers an annual contract with renewal options. Join a collaborative environment focused on security excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in an Information Security role within the last 12 years.
• Knowledge of the ITIL framework focused on security administration.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and emotional intelligence.

Responsibilities

• Support the Information Security Manager and team with daily tasks.
• Conduct system and process audits methodically.
• Create comprehensive reports on security violations.

Skills

Information Security

Incident response

Risk assessment

Project management

Cybersecurity trends

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Systems Security

Tools

ITIL certification

CISM

CISSP

Job description

A prestigious educational institution is seeking an Information Security Specialist to safeguard its ICT infrastructure. The role involves supporting security incident response, implementing access controls, and conducting audits. Candidates should possess a relevant bachelor's degree and have at least six years of experience in Information Security. Certifications such as CISM or CISSP are preferred. This position offers an annual contract with renewal options. Join a collaborative environment focused on security excellence.