Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

Anotech; Abu Dhabi Emirate; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer, where you will lead client engagements and provide global cybersecurity expertise. This role involves designing and implementing cybersecurity architectures for IT and OT systems, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with regulations. With over 15 years of experience required, you'll play a crucial role in enhancing security measures across various sectors, particularly in Aviation and Transportation. If you are passionate about cybersecurity and looking to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in Cybersecurity, with 7 years in architecture design.
• Expertise in risk assessment and compliance with international standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead cybersecurity design and integration projects for clients.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.

Skills

Cybersecurity expertise

Risk management

Penetration testing

Vulnerability assessment

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Relevant Vendor Certifications (CISSP, CISM)

Master's Degree in Cybersecurity

Tools

Firewall solutions

SIEM

Endpoint Protection

VPN

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Anotech Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates

Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

Lead client engagements and provide global technical cybersecurity expertise. Lead and deliver Cybersecurity Design and Integration projects and support consulting services (architectures review, compliance / gap assessment, risk management, vulnerability assessment, penetration testing) to clients with IT and OT environments.

• Provide cybersecurity technical expertise and produce cybersecurity deliverables.
• Identify and address client needs by building solid relationships, developing awareness of cyber services, communicating with the client in an organized and knowledgeable manner, delivering clear requests for information, demonstrating flexibility in prioritizing and completing tasks, and communicating potential conflicts to a supervisor.
• Design and develop cybersecurity architectures for IT / OT systems and networks.
• Develop system / subsystem security designs, system and network architecture designs, security management, backup and recovery, and patch management plans.
• Implement, build, and integrate cybersecurity solutions (Anti-Malware, log management, identity management, VPN, application whitelist, backup, patch management, etc.).
• Lead and contribute to the execution of Acceptance Testing (FAT / SAT) and produce testing reports.
• Support and contribute to cybersecurity vulnerability assessment and penetration testing for IT / OT systems.
• Use, develop, and adapt risk assessment methodologies and tools for both IT / OT systems.
• Perform and support cybersecurity risk assessment activities and compliance with applicable regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
• Derive cybersecurity requirements and recommendations for action according to regulatory requirements.
• Conduct cybersecurity awareness and training for the cybersecurity components part of the security design and prepare training materials.
• Support project manager in regular progress review meetings, reporting project progress to company management and the customer.
• Ensure project execution within the timeline and quality as per the project plan.
• Identify and escalate project risks and opportunities to the project manager.

Work Experience :

• More than 15 years’ experience in Cyber and Information Security field.
• 7 years’ experience in Design & Build of Cybersecurity architectures and solutions (Firewalls, IDS, Endpoint Protection, Application Whitelist, SIEM, Remote Access, Patch Management, VPN, etc.).
• 5 years’ experience in Cybersecurity consulting and services (frameworks development, audit, compliance / gap assessment, risk assessment / treatment, vulnerability assessment / penetration testing).
• 3 years’ experience in OT environments, preferably Aviation and Transportation.
• Solid knowledge of both international and regional standards and frameworks (e.g., NESA, ISR, ISA / IEC 62443, ISO27, and NIST).
• Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office : Project, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written) and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications and Certifications :

Required :

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or Data Science.
• Relevant Accreditations Vendor certifications such as (Cisco, Fortinet, Palo Alto, Red Hat, Microsoft, etc.) and other internationally recognized certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GIAC, IEC62443, CEH, etc.

Preferred :

• Master’s Degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Cybersecurity, or Data Science.
• Previous experience in Engineering / Consulting / Professional services in Aviation and / or Transportation sectors.
• Knowledge of Arabic is a plus.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Contract

Job Function

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