Lead Security Consultant

Al Reem Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable security consulting firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Lead Security Consultant to provide technical leadership in VAPT services. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of cybersecurity experience, mentorship abilities, and relevant certifications. You will lead engagements, validate findings, and ensure adherence to industry standards while mentoring your team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in cybersecurity with a focus on VAPT.
• Certifications such as OSCP, CREST CRT, or CRTO are mandatory.
• Strong understanding of industry-standard methodologies and frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all aspects of VAPT engagements.
• Define and enforce industry-standard methodologies and frameworks.
• Validate findings and provide technical guidance on remediation strategies.
• Act as the escalation point for technical challenges during assessments.
• Mentor and guide team members to ensure high-quality delivery.

Skills

Technical leadership

Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT)

Mentorship

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science or related fields

Tools

OWASP

NIST

Job description

Overview

Lead Security Consultant

Location: Abu Dhabi

Employment Type: FullTime

The Lead Security Consultant will provide technical leadership define methodologies and oversee the of VAPT services. This role involves validating findings mentoring the team and ensuring adherence to industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all aspects of VAPT engagements.
• Define and enforce industrystandard methodologies and frameworks.
• Validate findings and provide technical guidance on remediation strategies.
• Act as the escalation point for technical challenges during assessments.
• Mentor and guide team members to ensure highquality delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity Computer Science or related fields.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in cybersecurity with a focus on VAPT.
• Certifications such as OSCP CREST CRT or CRTO are mandatory.
• Strong understanding of OWASP NIST and other relevant security frameworks.
• Excellent problemsolving and analytical skills.