IT Security Specialist

Altron; Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A cybersecurity firm in Sharjah is looking for a security professional to conduct advanced penetration testing and security assessments. You will collaborate with the incident response team and develop strategies to mitigate security incidents. The ideal candidate will have skills in identifying vulnerabilities and providing remediation recommendations while promoting security awareness within the organization. This role is crucial for enhancing the overall security posture of the firm.

Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced penetration testing to identify and exploit vulnerabilities.
• Perform security assessments to evaluate existing security controls.
• Identify and recommend remediation strategies for discovered vulnerabilities.
• Stay up to date with the latest security trends and techniques.
• Collaborate with the incident response team to respond to incidents.
• Contribute to the development of security awareness training.

Job description

• Conduct advanced penetration testing to identify and exploit vulnerabilities in systems, networks, and applications. Perform security assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of existing security controls. Assess the security of web applications, APIs, and other online platforms through penetration testing methodologies. Identify and recommend remediation strategies for discovered vulnerabilities.

• Leverage Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) skills to enhance the overall security posture.

• Stay up to date with the latest security trends, vulnerabilities, and exploitation techniques.

• Collaborate with the incident response team to investigate and respond to security incidents.

• Develop and implement strategies to mitigate and prevent security incidents.

• Conduct regular security audits and risk assessments to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities. Provide recommendations for improving security controls and measures.

• Contribute to the development and delivery of security awareness training for employees. Promote a culture of security awareness and compliance.