Operational Engineer L2 - Network Security

Emirates Airlines - Other locations; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airline company in Dubai is seeking an Operational Engineer L2 - Network Security to enhance its Cybersecurity team. This role involves monitoring cybersecurity incidents, guiding Level 1 engineers, and ensuring compliance with security protocols. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and have at least 3 years of IT experience, along with necessary certifications. An attractive tax-free salary and numerous travel benefits are included in the offer.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Travel benefits

Discounts on flights and hotel stays

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Information Technology required.
• GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) or equivalent certification mandatory.
• Ability to analyze security alerts and differentiate false positives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee Cybersecurity analysis, activities, and investigations.
• Guide Level 1 engineers in troubleshooting.
• Monitor external threat data sources.
• Create playbooks and update knowledge repository.

Skills

Threat Detection and Response

Infrastructure Protection

Advanced firewall configurations

Excellent communication skills

Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)

Education

Degree or Honours (12+3 or equivalent)

Tools

Palo Alto Networks

Fortinet

Cisco ASA

SIEM systems

EDR platforms

Job description

Job Purpose

At Emirates we believe in connecting the world to and through our global hub in Dubai and in constantly innovating to ensure our customers Fly Better.

Join our CyberSecurity team where we ensure a world class CyberSecurity organisation based on the key principles of People Process and Technology underpinned with executive endorsement of a multiyear strategy to continuously improve and develop. The team protects our digital assets by monitoring for threats, responding to incidents, managing vulnerabilities and ensuring compliance with security policies and regulations.

The Operational Engineer L2 - Network Security will lead and oversee Cybersecurity analysis, activities, monitoring and investigations within a shift. Handle advanced incidents and service requests. Guide Level 1 engineers and provide expertise in complex troubleshooting scenarios. Coordinate with escalation engineers on the investigation and resolution of critical cybersecurity incidents. Ensure accurate triage, timely escalation and resolution within SLAs. The role is on‑site and based on shift rotation within a 24x7 operation.

Responsibilities

• Address escalated incidents and service requests.
• Guide Level 1 engineers in troubleshooting.
• Ensure timely resolution and fulfillment of escalated issues.
• Maintain clear documentation of complex incidents.
• Monitor external threat data sources to maintain the currency of cyber network defense threat conditions and determine which security issues may have an impact on the enterprise.
• Perform a detailed analysis of cyber threat adversaries and recommend preventative countermeasures.
• Assess and identify Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) activities.
• Maintain and support shift log for effective shift handover.
• Monitor and review triage activities performed by the L1 analysts and ensure accurate closure.
• Assist in creating playbooks and updating the knowledge base repository.

Qualifications

To be considered for this role you must meet the below requirements:

• Degree or Honours (12+3 or equivalent) and 3+ years of experience in Information Technology.

Knowledge / Skills

• Information Technology experience in a cross‑functional and interdisciplinary team. GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) or equivalent certification is mandatory.
• Threat Detection and Response (CSOC): Able to analyse security alerts and differentiate false positives. Advanced proficiency in administration and configuration of SIEM, EDR and other security platforms.
• Infrastructure Protection: Proficiency in advanced firewall configurations and intrusion detection systems. Identity: Understanding of advanced IAM configurations and role‑based access controls.
• Advanced understanding of enterprise IT Cybersecurity operational environment. Understanding of the latest security principles, techniques and protocols.
• Knowledge of database and operating system security. Knowledge of web servers, operating systems and network protocols.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Clear thinking and ability to deal with escalations effectively.
• Configuring and administering firewalls such as Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet and Cisco ASA to regulate and monitor incoming and outgoing network traffic and ensure network security policies are followed.
• Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS): Capacity to implement and oversee IPS procedures to identify and avert network security risks. Network traffic must be configured, watched over and analysed for potential risks.
• Virtual Private Networks (VPNs): Expertise in establishing and managing VPNs using encryption and authentication techniques to safely link remote users or offices to the network. Configuring and managing proxy servers.
• Expertise in establishing and adjusting forward proxy servers with a thorough awareness of the different parameters, guidelines and regulations that are involved.

Salary & Benefits

Join us in Dubai and enjoy an attractive tax‑free salary and travel benefits exclusive to our industry, including discounts on flights and hotel stays around the world. Find out what it’s like to live and work in our fast‑paced, cosmopolitan home city in the Dubai Lifestyle section of our website www.emirates.com/careers.