Specialist Security Platform Emirati Talent

AL TARIQ; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

EDGE's Advanced Concepts division seeks a cybersecurity engineer to design, deploy, and maintain critical security platforms in a high-security environment. You will install and tune SIEM/EDR/DLP/IAM/IDS‑IPS, ensure reliable log ingestion, and support incident investigations across on-prem and secured networks.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to onboard log sources, enforce security configurations per NIST standards, and contribute to audit readiness and policy compliance while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field.
• 4–6 years of experience in cybersecurity engineering or platform administration.
• Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms such as Splunk or QRadar.
• Experience with endpoint security tools such as EDR/XDR.
• Experience in log management and system integration.
• Experience in classified or high-security environments is preferred.
• Understanding of NIST and cybersecurity frameworks.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity platforms and technologies (SIEM, EDR, DLP, IDS/IPS, IAM).
• Knowledge of log management, data ingestion, and correlation techniques.
• Knowledge of system and network security principles and practices.
• Knowledge of infrastructure integration and cybersecurity architecture concepts.
• Knowledge of incident response processes and security monitoring workflows.
• Knowledge of security configuration standards and hardening practices.
• Relevant certifications such as Security+, CySA+, or SIEM vendor certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, maintain, and upgrade cybersecurity platforms.
• Integrate SIEM, EDR, DLP, IAM, and IDS/IPS solutions.
• Manage log collection, normalization, and SIEM ingestion.
• Tune and optimize detection rules and platform performance.
• Troubleshoot platform, integration, and log flow issues.
• Manage patching, configurations, and system hardening.
• Ensure availability, performance, and reliability of all security platforms.
• Maintain CMDB, documentation, and standard configurations.
• Maintain secure configurations aligned with NIST SP 800-53 and 800-171.
• Ensure compliance with internal security policies and standards.
• Support Cybersecurity Analyst in log visibility and detection improvements.
• Coordinate with systems and network teams.
• Onboard new log sources and security tools into the platform.
• Provide logs and technical data to support incident investigations.
• Support platform upgrades, patching, and lifecycle activities.
• Provide documentation and evidence for audit and compliance.
• Perform other responsibilities and additional duties as assigned in a timely manner.

Skills

SIEM

EDR/XDR

DLP

IAM

IDS/IPS

Log management

NIST frameworks

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

Splunk

QRadar

Job description

Job Description:

External Job Description

ADVANCED CONCEPTS is an entity within EDGE dedicated to the design and deployment of advanced, innovative technologies. ADVANCED CONCEPTS is fast‑tracking the development of high‑technology autonomous systems, including three Medium Endurance, High Altitude, fixed‑wing unmanned aerial systems, a family of precision loitering munitions, a cost‑effective family of cruise missiles, and a range of guided artillery munitions.

Core Accountabilities

• Install, configure, maintain, and upgrade cybersecurity platforms
• Integrate SIEM, EDR, DLP, IAM, and IDS/IPS solutions
• Manage log collection, normalization, and SIEM ingestion
• Tune and optimize detection rules and platform performance
• Troubleshoot platform, integration, and log flow issues
• Manage patching, configurations, and system hardening
• Ensure availability, performance, and reliability of all security platforms
• Maintain CMDB, documentation, and standard configurations
• Maintain secure configurations aligned with NIST SP 800-53 and NIST SP 800-171
• Ensure compliance with internal security policies and standards
• Support Cybersecurity Analyst in log visibility and detection improvements
• Coordinate with systems and network teams
• Onboard new log sources and security tools into the platform
• Provide logs and technical data to support incident investigations
• Support platform upgrades, patching, and lifecycle activities
• Provide documentation and evidence for audit and compliance
• Perform other responsibilities and additional duties as assigned in a timely manner.

Qualification / Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
• 4–6 years of experience in cybersecurity engineering or platform administration
• Hands‑on experience with SIEM platforms such as Splunk or QRadar
• Experience with endpoint security tools such as EDR/XDR
• Experience in log management and system integration
• Experience in classified or high‑security environments is preferred
• Understanding of NIST and cybersecurity frameworks
• Knowledge of cybersecurity platforms and technologies (SIEM, EDR, DLP, IDS/IPS, IAM)
• Knowledge of log management, data ingestion, and correlation techniques
• Knowledge of system and network security principles and practices
• Knowledge of infrastructure integration and cybersecurity architecture concepts
• Knowledge of incident response processes and security monitoring workflows
• Knowledge of security configuration standards and hardening practices
• Relevant certifications such as Security+, CySA+, or SIEM vendor certifications are preferred

Requirements