IT Security Specialist

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

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm in Sharjah is seeking a professional to develop and enforce cybersecurity policies, monitor systems for threats, and ensure compliance with data privacy laws. Candidates should have experience in risk assessments and staff training in security best practices. This role is critical in safeguarding organizational data and ensuring optimal security infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Experience in developing and enforcing cybersecurity policies and protocols.
• Knowledge of GDPR, HIPAA, and other data privacy regulations.
• Ability to monitor systems for security threats.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enforce cybersecurity policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Monitor systems, servers, and networks for security threats.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and security audits.

Skills

Cybersecurity policy development

Data privacy compliance

Incident response

Risk assessment

Staff training

Job description

Security Strategy & Policy Development

• Develop and enforce cybersecurity policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Create plans to safeguard and recover data in case of breaches or loss.
• Ensure compliance with data privacy laws and regulatory frameworks (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).

Threat Monitoring & Incident Response

• Monitor systems, servers, and networks for security threats and anomalies.
• Respond to data breaches, malware attacks, and other security incidents.
• Conduct forensic analysis and maintain incident response plans.

Vulnerability Management

• Conduct regular risk assessments, penetration testing, and security audits.
• Identify and remediate system vulnerabilities using appropriate tools.

Infrastructure Protection

• Manage firewalls, intrusion detection systems, antivirus software, and endpoint protection.
• Maintain and update security infrastructure to ensure optimal performance.

Employee Awareness & Training

• Train staff on security best practices, including phishing awareness and password hygiene.
• Simulate data loss scenarios to evaluate recovery plans and readiness.

Compliance & Reporting

Collaboration & Development

Continuous Improvement