Cyber Security Analyst | Nair Systems | Qatar

Tech Junction Ltd; Doha; On-site; QAR 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Nair Systems in Doha, Qatar seeks a Cyber Security Analyst for onsite security operations in premier banking environments. You will monitor SIEM telemetry, manage endpoint protection, and perform rapid incident triage and investigations, using platforms like Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, QRadar, and ArcSight.

Responsibilities include log correlation, incident containment, and collaboration with IT, risk, and compliance teams to meet strict financial security standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline.
• 3+ years of progressive professional experience in cybersecurity operations, SIEM administration, or endpoint security.
• Strong hands‑on experience with enterprise SIEM platforms (Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, QRadar, ArcSight).
• Proficiency with endpoint security solutions (Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, CrowdStrike, SentinelOne).
• Experience in security monitoring, incident investigation, log correlation, and threat detection.
• Experience in banking/financial services or highly regulated enterprise domains.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, incident management, and cross‑functional communication skills.
• Locally available candidate status with legal work eligibility in Qatar.

Responsibilities

• Monitor enterprise SIEM platforms for anomalous security events.
• Deploy, configure, and manage endpoint security solutions such as Defender for Endpoint, CrowdStrike, and SentinelOne.
• Conduct log analysis, event correlation, and initial threat triage across banking networks.
• Lead rapid incident investigation, root-cause analysis, and containment workflows.
• Ensure adherence to financial regulatory standards and data privacy policies.
• Collaborate with IT operations, risk management, and compliance teams.
• Maintain incident logs, threat telemetry reports, and security documentation.
• Participate in vulnerability assessments and threat intelligence integration.

Skills

SIEM administration

Endpoint security

Log analysis

Incident triage/response

Banking/regulatory domain experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Cybersecurity/IT

Tools

Microsoft Sentinel

Splunk

QRadar

ArcSight

Microsoft Defender for Endpoint

CrowdStrike

SentinelOne

Job description

Position Summary

Driving robust cybersecurity monitoring, incident response, and threat detection across premier financial and banking environments, Nair Systems is actively seeking an accomplished Cyber Security Analyst for an exciting onsite engagement in Qatar. In this vital security operations role, you will monitor security events, analyze SIEM telemetry, protect enterprise endpoints, and safeguard critical banking infrastructure. Bringing specialized expertise in enterprise SIEM platforms and endpoint security solutions, you will empower financial institutions to maintain uncompromised threat visibility and rigorous compliance standards. This prestigious career opportunity offers competitive remuneration, high technical visibility, and exceptional professional growth within a leading technology consulting enterprise in Doha.

Detailed Job Description

As a Cyber Security Analyst supporting Nair Systems in Qatar, you will take full operational, tactical, and technical ownership of security event monitoring, log correlation, incident triage, and endpoint threat mitigation within high-security banking environments. Your day-to-day responsibilities include configuring and monitoring SIEM platforms such as Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, QRadar, or ArcSight, deploying and managing endpoint protection tools including Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, CrowdStrike, and SentinelOne, and executing rapid incident investigation. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional IT operations, banking compliance squads, and incident response teams while adhering to strict financial security protocols. Furthermore, you will manage application requirements by submitting your updated CV via direct email to Nishanthini Suda at [e-mail].

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor enterprise SIEM platforms including Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, QRadar, and ArcSight for anomalous security events.
• Deploy, configure, and manage advanced endpoint security solutions such as Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, CrowdStrike, and SentinelOne.
• Conduct rigorous log analysis, event correlation, and initial threat triage across multi-layered banking network architectures.
• Execute rapid incident investigation, root-cause analysis, and containment workflows for security breaches and alerts.
• Ensure strict adherence to financial regulatory standards, banking security frameworks, and data privacy policies.
• Collaborate seamlessly with cross-functional IT infrastructure, risk management, and compliance audit squads.
• Maintain comprehensive incident logs, threat telemetry reports, and operational security documentation.
• Participate in regular vulnerability assessments, security posture reviews, and threat intelligence integration.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 3+ years of progressive professional experience in cybersecurity operations, SIEM administration, or endpoint security.
• Strong, demonstrable hands‑on professional expertise with enterprise SIEM platforms (Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, QRadar, ArcSight).
• Comprehensive working knowledge and practical proficiency in endpoint security solutions (Microsoft Defender, CrowdStrike, SentinelOne).
• Deep practical experience in security monitoring, incident investigation, log correlation, and threat detection.
• Solid practical experience operating within banking, financial services, or highly regulated enterprise domains.
• Exceptional analytical, troubleshooting, incident management, and cross‑functional communication capabilities.
• Mandatory locally available candidate status with legal work eligibility in Qatar.

Nice‑to‑Have Skills

• Professional security certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), GCIH, or CISSP.
• Prior professional working experience in top‑tier banking institutions, financial technology firms, or managed security service providers.
• Hands‑on familiarity with security orchestration, automation, and response (SOAR) platforms and cloud security monitoring.
• Experience utilizing Python or PowerShell for automating security log analysis and incident response scripts.
• Exposure to agile IT service management frameworks and enterprise ticketing platforms (ServiceNow, Jira).

Compensation and Contract Details

• Salary/Rate: Market Competitive / Enterprise Banking Security Package
• Contract Duration: Permanent / Full-Time Engagement (Qatar)
• Notice Period: Immediate to 30 Days Preferred
• Deadline: Open until filled (Urgent Qatar Banking Security Opening)