Senior Cyber Security Engineer

BAE Systems Strategic Aerospace Services WLL; Qatar; On-site; QAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace services company in Qatar is seeking a Senior Cyber Security Engineer to safeguard infrastructure and data against threats. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in security architecture, incident response, and compliance with standards like ISO 27001. Key responsibilities include developing security architectures, threat management, and incident response. This full-time position offers a pivotal role in enhancing security defenses and mentoring team members.

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience in cyber security with emphasis on architecture and incident response.
• Hands-on experience with security tools.
• Proficiency in scripting or programming (e.g. Python, PowerShell, Bash).

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain security architectures.
• Conduct threat modeling and risk assessments.
• Lead the response to security incidents.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Optimize security tools for effectiveness.

Skills

Cyber security principles

Security frameworks (NIST, CIS, OWASP)

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security or related field

Tools

SIEMs

Firewalls

EDR solutions

Vulnerability management systems

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Cyber Security Engineer to join our team. This role is critical in safeguarding our organizations infrastructure applications and data against potential threats. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cyber security principles a proven ability to design and implement advanced security solutions and the expertise to lead security initiatives in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

Security Architecture and Design

• Develop implement and maintain security architectures for applications networks and cloud environments.
• Collaborate with IT and development teams to integrate security best practices into system designs.

Threat Management

• Conduct threat modeling and risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities.
• Develop and implement mitigation strategies for identified risks.
• Monitor emerging threats and ensure proactive defenses are in place.

Incident Response

• Lead the response to security incidents including root cause analysis containment eradication and recovery.
• Develop and maintain incident response plans and playbooks.

Compliance and Governance

• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements (e.g. ISO 27001 GDPR NIST PCIDSS).
• Develop and enforce security policies procedures and guidelines.

Security Tool Management

• Implement and manage security technologies such as firewalls SIEMs EDR solutions and DLP systems.
• Optimize and tune security tools to improve effectiveness and efficiency.

Training and Mentorship

• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and team members.
• Conduct security awareness training for employees across the organization.

Collaboration and Communication

• Act as a liaison between security IT and business teams to align security initiatives with organizational goals.
• Communicate complex security concepts to nontechnical stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science Cyber Security or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 7 years of experience in cyber security with a focus on architecture engineering or incident response.
• Expertise in security frameworks and standards (e.g. NIST CIS OWASP).
• Handson experience with security tools (e.g. SIEMs firewalls EDR solutions and vulnerability management systems).
• Proficiency in scripting or programming (e.g. Python PowerShell Bash).
• Indepth knowledge of network protocols cloud security (AWS Azure GCP) and endpoint protection.

Preferred

• Relevant certifications such as CISSP CISM CEH or GIAC.
• Experience with hybrid cloud environments and containerized architectures (e.g. Kubernetes Docker).
• Strong understanding of identity and access management (IAM) principles and tools.

Key Competencies

• Analytical and problemsolving skills with a detailoriented approach.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead crossfunctional teams.
• Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with the latest security trends.

Employment Type : Full Time

Vacancy : 1