Information Security Officer – Oman

Talentarabia; Oman; On-site; OMR 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Talentarabia is seeking an Information Security Officer for the government sector in Oman. The role requires a bachelor's degree in Information Security or Cybersecurity, with proven experience in cybersecurity, incident management, and vulnerability analysis.

Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, VLAN, VPN, firewalls, and experience with Windows and Linux are essential. The ideal candidate will have good English communication skills and must be an Omani national.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Cybersecurity, or equivalent.
• Experience in cybersecurity and information security.
• Experience in incident management and vulnerability analysis.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, VLAN, VPN, and firewall fundamentals.
• Knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Understanding of malware, phishing, and social engineering threats.
• Familiarity with vulnerability analysis tools.
• Good English communication skills.
• Omani nationality is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Support information security and cybersecurity activities.
• Handle information security incidents and related management activities.
• Perform vulnerability analysis using relevant tools.
• Understand and address security threats such as malware, phishing, and social engineering.
• Apply knowledge of network security fundamentals, including TCP/IP, VLAN, VPN, and firewalls.
• Work with Windows and Linux operating systems.

Skills

Information Security

Cybersecurity

Incident management

Vulnerability analysis

Network fundamentals

Windows

Linux

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Security

Tools

Vulnerability analysis tools

Job description

Location: Oman
Sector: Government
Nationality: Omani Nationals Only
Job Category: Information Technology (IT) & Software

Job Overview

An opportunity is available for qualified Omani candidates to work as an Information Security Officer within the government sector in Oman.

The ideal candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Cybersecurity, or an equivalent discipline, along with relevant experience in cybersecurity, information security, incident management, and vulnerability analysis.

Candidates should have a sound understanding of network fundamentals, operating systems, common cybersecurity threats, and vulnerability assessment tools.

Key Responsibilities

• Support information security and cybersecurity activities.
• Handle information security incidents and related management activities.
• Perform vulnerability analysis using relevant tools.
• Understand and address security threats such as malware, phishing, and social engineering.
• Apply knowledge of network security fundamentals, including TCP/IP, VLAN, VPN, and firewalls.
• Work with Windows and Linux operating systems.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Cybersecurity, or equivalent.
• Experience in cybersecurity and information security.
• Experience in incident management and vulnerability analysis.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, VLAN, VPN, and firewall fundamentals.
• Knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Understanding of malware, phishing, and social engineering threats.
• Familiarity with vulnerability analysis tools.
• Good English communication skills.
• Omani nationality is mandatory.

Preferred Certifications:

• CISSP
• CISM
• CEH
• CompTIA Security+
• Equivalent certifications

Mandatory Physical Requirements:

• Height: 166 cm or above.
• BMI: Below 26.

Salary, Benefits & Career Growth

Salary and employment benefits have not been specified. This government-sector opportunity offers candidates the chance to apply their cybersecurity and information security expertise in a professional environment.