Senior Cyber Security Consultant

Intertec Softwares; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology firm in Dubai is seeking a Sr Security Consultant to monitor and respond to security incidents using SIEM tools. Responsibilities include conducting health checks on firewalls and security systems, ensuring compliance with standards like ISO 27001, and managing endpoint protection. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in network security technologies and hands-on knowledge of various security tools. This role is crucial for maintaining a secure IT environment and supporting compliance efforts.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of network security technologies required.
• Experience with SIEM tools like Splunk and QRadar is essential.
• Knowledge of endpoint protection platforms such as CrowdStrike and Microsoft Defender needed.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze security incidents using SIEM.
• Conduct daily health checks on firewalls and security appliances.
• Coordinate and support vulnerability assessments.

Skills

Network security technologies

Firewalls: Palo Alto, Fortigate, Cisco ASA/FTD

VPN technologies and Network Access Control (NAC)

SIEM tools for monitoring

Incident response and escalation handling

Endpoint security management

Identity and Access Management (IAM)

Privileged Access Management (PAM)

Vulnerability management: Nessus, Qualys

Compliance with ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR

Web proxies: Forcepoint, Zscaler

Tools

CrowdStrike

Microsoft Defender

SentinelOne

SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar)

Job description

The Sr Security Consultant is responsible for monitoring, analyzing and responding to security incidents using SIEM and other security tools. They play a critical role in maintaining endpoint and network security, managing access controls, supporting vulnerability and patch management, and ensuring compliance with ISO 27001 and other standards. The role includes regular system hardening, firmware updates, configuration backups, and documentation. The engineer also assists with audit readiness, contributes to threat hunting, and collaborates with internal teams to maintain a secure IT environment.

Key Responsibilities

Perform triage and investigation of security events andescalate to infosec lead when needed.

Conduct daily health checks on firewalls, endpoints, security appliances and SIEM systems.

Support and manage endpoint protection platforms, email security and web filtering systems.

Participate in threat hunting activities and analyse suspicious activities or anomalies.

Coordinate and support vulnerability assessments and ensure timely patch compliance.

Maintain system hardening, secure configurations and adhere to CIS benchmark standards.

Ensure security controls and processes align with ISO 27001, NIST and other relevant frameworks.

Assist in preparing and participating in internal and external ISO audits.

Prepare and maintain accurate and up‑to‑date security process and documentation, audit logs, SOPs and reports.

Perform regular configuration backups and firmware updates for security infrastructure.

Administer and maintain IAM, MFA and PAM systems to ensure secure access controls.

Collaborate with infrastructure and application teams to support secure system operations.

Respond to audit findings, implement remediation steps and ensure closure of compliance gaps.

Contribute to security awareness by documenting incidents, lessons learned and procedures.

Participate in 24/7 on‑call rotation or scheduled maintenance windows when required.

Required Skills and Experience

• Strong understanding of network security technologies
• Firewalls: Palo Alto, Fortigate, Cisco ASA/FTD
• VPN technologies and Network Access Control (NAC)
• Hands‑on experience with security operations
• SIEM tools for monitoring, log analysis and threat detection
• Incident response and escalation handling
• WAF: F5 ASM, Baracuda
• Endpoint security management: CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender, SentinelOne
• Identity and Access Management (IAM): MultiFactor Authentication (MFA)
• Privileged Access Management (PAM): CyberArk
• Vulnerability management: Nessus, Qualys
• Patch management processes
• Familiarity with ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR and other security compliance standards
• Experience with email security gateways: Proofpoint, Mimecast
• Web proxies: Forcepoint, Zscaler
• Security hardening and secure configuration practices: CIS benchmarks, system hardening techniques
• Proficiency in security monitoring and analysis tools: SIEM platforms (e.g. Splunk, QRadar)
• SOAR platforms (optional but beneficial)
• Compliance and security governance: familiarity with ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR standards
• Involvement in ISO audits, audit readiness and compliance documentation

Technical Skills / Competencies

Mandatory

Experience working with enterprise firewalls such as Palo Alto, Fortigate, Cisco ASA/FTD.

Strong hands‑on knowledge of SIEM tools (e.g. Splunk, QRadar) for log monitoring and threat detection.

Exposure to endpoint protection platforms such as CrowdStrike, SentinelOne and Microsoft Defender.

Hands‑on experience with VPN, NAC and network security policies.

Hands‑on experience with WAF, F5 ASM and Barracuda.

Working knowledge of Vulnerability Management tools like Nessus or Qualys.

Proficiency in managing Identity and Access Management (IAM) including MFA and Privileged Access Management (PAM) CyberArk.

Practical experience with ISO 27001 audits, security documentation and compliance reporting.

Skills in security hardening and application of CIS benchmarks.

Ability to perform firmware upgrades, backup configuration and system maintenance.

Understanding of email security gateways (e.g. Proofpoint, Mimecast) and web proxy solutions (e.g. Forcepoint, Zscaler).

Optional

• Cloud security experience (Azure, AWS or GCP):
• PAM Delinea
• Antivirus Symantec
• Cloud firewall configurations
• IAM policies for cloud resources
• Monitoring and logging in cloud environments
• Basic scripting and automation for SIEM/SOAR workflows
• Experience in hybrid or multicloud security implementations

Hardware devices:

• HP Aruba Switches
• HP Aruba Wireless
• HP Aruba ClearPass
• Cisco routers

Soft Skills

Mandatory

Strong analytical and problem‑solving ability.

Excellent written and verbal communication.

Clear and accurate documentation skills.

Team player with ability to work across departments.

High attention to detail and proactive security mindset.

Required Experience

Senior IC