RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and Implement Security Policies:
- Create implement and maintain security policies protocols and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards (e.g. GDPR HIPAA ISO 27001).
Risk Assessment and Management:
- Conduct regular security risk assessments and audits.
- Identify vulnerabilities and threats and develop strategies to mitigate them.
Incident Response:
- Lead the response to security incidents including investigation and resolution.
- Develop and maintain an incident response plan.
Security Infrastructure Management:
- Oversee the design and implementation of security systems (e.g. firewalls IDS/IPS antivirus software).
- Ensure the security of networks servers and applications.
Team Leadership:
- Manage and mentor a team of security professionals.
- Provide training and guidance to staff on security best practices.
Monitoring and Reporting:
- Monitor security systems and networks for unusual activity.
- Prepare and present regular reports on security status and incidents to senior management.
Collaboration and Communication:
- Work with other departments to ensure security measures are understood and implemented.
- Liaise with external security agencies and vendors.
Budget Management:
- Manage the security budget ensuring costeffective use of resources.
- Evaluate and recommend security investments.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or a related field.
- Masters degree or relevant certifications (e.g. CISSP CISM CEH) preferred.
Experience:
- 10 years of experience in cyber security or a related field.
- Proven experience in managing security teams and projects.
Skills:
- Strong understanding of security protocols cryptography authentication and authorization.
- Proficiency with security tools and technologies (e.g. SIEM firewalls antivirus IDS/IPS).
- Excellent problemsolving and analytical skills.
- Strong communication and leadership abilities.
Knowledge:
- Indepth knowledge of current cyber threats and trends.
- Familiarity with compliance and regulatory requirements.
- Understanding of IT infrastructure and operations.
Personal Attributes:
- High level of integrity and ethical conduct.
- Ability to handle highpressure situations and make sound decisions.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with cloud security (e.g. AWS Azure Google Cloud).
- Knowledge of programming and scripting languages (e.g. Python PowerShell).
- Multilingual skills particularly Arabic for roles requiring interaction with Arabicspeaking stakeholders.
Vertical:
Technology
Remote Work :
No