Security Systems Engineer

VaporVM; Dubai; On-site; AED 176,000 - 255,000; Full time

Job summary

VaporVM is seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Engineer to manage, operate, and maintain enterprise cybersecurity systems, protecting IT infrastructure, networks, and data against threats.

The role requires a minimum of 5 years’ hands-on experience with PAM, IAM, firewalls/NGFW, SIEM, and IDS/IPS, plus relevant certifications. Saudi nationals only; Bachelor's degree in a related field is required. Work location is Saudi Arabia and on-site operations are expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years hands-on experience managing and operating cybersecurity systems.
• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CompTIA Security+, CEH are preferred.
• Experience with PAM, Firewalls/NGFW, SIEM, IDS/IPS, and IAM solutions.

Responsibilities

• Manage, operate, and maintain cybersecurity solutions (PAM, IAM, NGFW, SIEM, IDS/IPS).
• Monitor security systems, analyze alerts, and investigate incidents.
• Identify vulnerabilities, assess risk, and implement mitigations.
• Configure, administer, and optimize security tools for enterprise protection.
• Support incident response and threat detection activities.
• Enforce access control, privileged account security, and identity management procedures.
• Maintain security configurations and compliance with policies.
• Collaborate with IT and security teams to strengthen overall security posture.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/IT/CS

Tools

PAM

Firewalls/NGFW

SIEM

IDS/IPS

IAM

Job description

Location: Saudi Arabia

Nationality: Saudi Nationals Only

Experience: Minimum 5 Years

Qualification: Bachelor s Degree

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Engineer to manage, operate, and maintain enterprise cybersecurity systems, ensuring the protection of IT infrastructure, networks, systems, and sensitive data against security threats and vulnerabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage, operate, and maintain cybersecurity solutions, including Privileged Access Management (PAM), Identity and Access Management (IAM), firewalls/Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW), Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), and Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS).
• Monitor security systems, analyze alerts, and investigate potential security incidents.
• Identify security vulnerabilities, assess risks, and implement appropriate mitigation measures.
• Configure, administer, and optimize security tools to ensure effective protection of enterprise infrastructure.
• Support incident response, threat detection, and security event investigations.
• Enforce access control policies, privileged account security, and identity management procedures.
• Maintain security configurations, operational documentation, and compliance with organizational security policies.
• Collaborate with IT and security teams to strengthen the organization s overall security posture.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Saudi nationals only.
• Bachelor s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience managing and operating cybersecurity systems.
• Practical experience with PAM, Firewalls/NGFW, SIEM, IDS/IPS, and IAM solutions.
• Relevant professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CompTIA Security+, CEH, and/or vendor-specific cybersecurity certifications.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, security monitoring, access management, and threat mitigation.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and respond effectively to security incidents.