Vulnerability Assessment Analyst (UAEN)

Emaratech; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Emaratech in Dubai seeks a Vulnerability Assessment Analyst to identify and mitigate security weaknesses across information systems and networks. You will perform scans, analyse findings, and report risk levels to stakeholders.

You will collaborate with IT teams to implement remediation, stay current with threat intelligence, and help strengthen the organization’s security posture through proactive assessment and defense.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security or related fields.
• Experience with vulnerability assessments and security testing is preferred.
• Ability to analyse scan results and identify exploitable vulnerabilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular and ad-hoc vulnerability scans across systems and networks.
• Analyse scan results to classify findings and produce risk-based prioritization.
• Work with IT teams to plan remediation and verify closure of vulnerabilities.
• Stay updated on security trends and new tools in vulnerability management.

Skills

Vulnerability assessment

Threat analysis

Reporting and dashboards

Remediation coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Security

Job description

Role Overview

A Vulnerability Assessment (VA) Analyst is responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating vulnerabilities within an organization’s information systems and networks. This involves using a combination of tools and methodologies to scan, test, and analyse systems for potential vulnerabilities that could be exploited by cyber attackers. The goal is to enhance the security posture of the organization by proactively identifying security weaknesses and recommending appropriate remediation measures.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct Vulnerability Assessments:

• Perform regular and ad-hoc vulnerability scans across various systems and networks
• Utilize automated tools and manual testing techniques to identify security vulnerabilities

Analysis and Reporting

• Analyse vulnerability scan results to distinguish between false positives, exploitable vulnerabilities, and non-critical issues.
• Prepare detailed reports and dashboards that highlight the findings, including risk ratings and potential impacts.

Remediation and Mitigation

• Work closely with IT teams to recommend mitigation and remediation strategies for identified vulnerabilities.
• Follow up on remediation efforts to ensure vulnerabilities are properly addressed

Security Research

• Stay updated with the latest security trends, vulnerabilities, and threat intelligence.
• Research new tools, techniques, and best practices in vulnerability assessment and management.

Academic, Vocational Qualification

• Bachelor degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Security or related fields