Emerging Tech Security Engineer (Cybersecurity)

Arab Solutions; Doha; On-site; QAR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Doha is seeking an Emerging Tech Security Engineer to spearhead security initiatives across AI, ML, blockchain, and IoT technologies. This role focuses on ensuring secure design and operation of innovative solutions, in line with cybersecurity standards. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in cybersecurity and experience with emerging technologies, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to enhance security measures.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity with exposure to AI, ML, blockchain, or IoT.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or relevant emerging tech certs are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct security assessments of emerging technologies.
• Develop and implement security frameworks for AI/ML, blockchain, and IoT.
• Collaborate with IT and DevOps to embed security early in development.

Skills

AI/ML

IoT

Risk Assessment Methodologies

Vulnerability Management

Cybersecurity Frameworks

Cryptographic Principles

Secure Communication Protocols

Security

Blockchain

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cybersecurity

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Security Tools for Orchestration

Automation Tools

Vulnerability Management Tools

Job description

We are looking for a forward-thinking Emerging Tech Security Engineer to lead security initiatives across next-generation technologies such as AI/ML, blockchain, and IoT. This role is vital in ensuring secure design, deployment, and operation of innovative solutions, aligned with global and national cybersecurity standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct security assessments of emerging technologies in accordance with recognized cybersecurity frameworks and risk mitigation best practices.
• Develop and implement security frameworks tailored to AI/ML, blockchain, and IoT ecosystems, with a focus on automation, orchestration, and compliance.
• Collaborate closely with IT, DevOps, and product teams to embed security early in the development lifecycle, emphasizing secure coding, encryption, and communication protocols.
• Monitor emerging threats and vulnerabilities affecting new technologies, and provide strategic recommendations to enhance security posture.
• Engage with the cybersecurity community, including vendors and research groups, to gain insight into evolving attack vectors and countermeasures.
• Evaluate and test third-party technologies, tools, and systems for potential vulnerabilities, especially within blockchain networks and IoT infrastructures.
  
  

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with direct exposure to AI, ML, blockchain, or IoT environments.
• Strong understanding of cryptographic principles, secure communication protocols, and risk assessment methodologies.
• Experience with cybersecurity frameworks and standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, or similar.
• Familiarity with security tools used for orchestration, automation, and vulnerability management.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or relevant emerging tech certs (e.g., Certified IoT Security Practitioner) are a plus.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and collaboration skills.
  
  

Skills: ai/ml,iot,risk assessment methodologies,vulnerability management,cybersecurity frameworks,cybersecurity,cryptographic principles,secure communication protocols,security,blockchain