Senior Offensive and Defensive Engineer (Cybersecurity)

Leapstrides Consulting; Dubai; On-site; AED 293,000 - 368,000; Full time

Job summary

A global cybersecurity firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Security Engineer. This role requires 5+ years of Red Team operation experience and mastery in technical domains like cloud penetration. Ideal candidates will possess strong problem-solving skills and proficiency in programming languages such as Golang and Python. Fluency in Chinese is mandatory, and the position offers competitive compensation with relocation support.

Benefits

Visa and relocation support

Competitive compensation

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Red Team operation experience.
• Mastery in at least two technical domains: cloud penetration, internal domain, or mobile security.
• Fluency in Chinese is required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with global security leaders.
• Influence how critical systems are protected.
• Participate in selection process interviews.

Skills

Red Team operation experience

Mastery in cloud penetration or code auditing

Hands-on expertise in offensive strategies

Proficiency in Golang, Python, Shell, or Java

Strong problem-solving ability

Job description

Overview

You’re not just a security engineer — you’re a strategist and operator.

Here’s what sets you apart

Responsibilities

• 5+ years of Red Team operation experience
• Mastery in at least two technical domains: cloud penetration, internal domain, code auditing, mobile / OT security, or bypass techniques
• Hands-on expertise in web offensive / defensive strategies, asset collection, and exploitation
• Proven track record in covert ops with strong anti-tracing capabilities
• Proficiency in Golang, Python, Shell, and / or Java
• Strong problem-solving ability, team collaboration, and communication skills

Why This Role?

Work in one of the world’s most dynamic cybersecurity environments

Based in Abu Dhabi, visa and relocation support provided

• Collaborate with senior global security leaders and influence how critical systems are protected
• Competitive compensation and the opportunity to push the limits of your craft daily

Selection Process

• First interview with the Overseas Chief Security Officer & Head of Security Laboratory
• Final interview with the CEO

Who Can Apply

This role is open exclusively to Chinese nationals.

Fluency in Chinese language is required.

Your Next Steps

If you’re a cybersecurity professional who thrives at the intersection of offense and defense, and meets the requirements detailed above, we want to hear from you.

Apply now by filling out the form, and let’s start the conversation.

5+ years of Red Team operation experience with mastery in at least two technical domains.

Proven track record in covert ops with strong anti-tracing capabilities.