Senior Information Security Consultant

Dautom; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed client is seeking a Senior Information Security Consultant to join their team. In this pivotal role, you will monitor and manage various IT security tools, conduct vulnerability assessments, and ensure compliance with industry standards. You will engage in proactive threat hunting and oversee the implementation of new security solutions. This position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative environment. If you are passionate about information security and eager to make a significant impact, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus structure

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

Opportunities for professional development and growth

Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options

Employee recognition programs

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of IT security experience required.
• Industry certification is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Monitor IT & Information security tools to ensure security is maintained.
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and compliance audits.

Skills

Root Cause Analysis

Remediation

Information Security

Project Management

Testing

Maintenance Management

Tools

SIEM

Cyber defence system

DLP

Proxy

Email Gateway

Application Control

Advanced threat protection tools

Antivirus systems

Job description

In this role, you will have the opportunity to work closely with one of our esteemed clients known for its commitment to quality and innovation. They have chosen Dautom as their trusted partner for their upcoming projects.

Job Title: Senior Information Security Consultant

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Monitoring various IT & Information security tools such as SIEM, Cyber defence system, DLP, Proxy, Email Gateway, Application Control, Advanced threat protection tools, Antivirus systems, etc to ensure that Information security is not compromised.
2. Monitor, prioritize and direct responses to enterprise-wide IT & Information security activities from the 24x7x365 Security Operations Center. Conduct triage (level 3) on information security incidents, including root cause analysis, and coordinate with custodians for remediation.
3. Conduct regular vulnerability assessments on Applications, Systems & Network of the organization and categorize, prioritize, and remediate vulnerabilities without any negative impact on the systems.
4. Conduct Compliance Audits & Security assessments on Applications, Systems, and Network to determine compliance as per CIS Benchmarks and standards requirements.
5. Engage in threat hunting activities to ensure the Information systems across the organization are safe & secure and proactively roll out controls (including IOCs).
6. Conduct sandbox testing and forensics on affected/infected systems and collect evidence to identify the root causes of infections.
7. Project management and implementation/rollout of new IT security/IS solutions. Management and maintenance of IS/IT Security tools and solutions.
8. Conduct periodic security assessments such as but not limited to pentesting, configuration reviews, and produce reports.
9. Act as a liaison for internal and external audits.
10. Ideal candidate should have at least 4-5 years of IT security experience and will report to the Manager - Information Security. Industry certification is an advantage.

Benefits and Perks:

• Competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options.
• Employee recognition programs and a collaborative team environment.

Required Skills:

• Root Cause Analysis
• Remediation
• Information Security
• Project Management
• Testing
• Maintenance Management