Cyber Security Engineer

Position Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Cybersecurity Engineer to design, implement, and maintain robust security solutions to protect our organization's information systems, networks, and data. The ideal candidate will have expertise in identifying vulnerabilities, mitigating risks, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

Security Infrastructure Design & Implementation:

• Design, implement, and manage security tools, technologies, and frameworks (e.g., firewalls, SIEM, IDS/IPS, SOAR, PAM).

• Develop and maintain secure architecture for on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.

• Coordinate with Managed SOC team as the focal point for requirements and requests.

Threat Detection & Response:

• Monitor networks and systems for suspicious activity and respond to security incidents promptly.

• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective measures to prevent recurrence.

• Manage Threat Management solutions such as XDR, EDR, NDR (e.g., TrendMicro Vision One).

Vulnerability Management:

• Perform regular vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and patch management.

• Collaborate with IT and DevOps teams to remediate identified vulnerabilities.

• Manage VMS/WAS solutions like Tenable or Qualys.

Policy & Compliance:

• Develop and enforce cybersecurity policies, procedures, and best practices.

• Ensure compliance with regulations and standards such as ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA, or NIST.

• Coordinate annually with the Medical Affairs department regarding ISO27001 certificate renewal and compliance.

Security Awareness:

• Provide training and guidance to employees on security policies and practices.

• Promote a culture of cybersecurity awareness across the organization.

Research & Development:

• Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies.

• Recommend and implement new security tools and strategies.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Create detailed documentation of security systems, incident reports, and risk assessments.

• Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders and leadership.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Experience:

• Proven experience in a cybersecurity or related role, preferably in a similar industry.

• Hands-on experience with security tools and technologies (e.g., SIEM, firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint security).

Certifications (Preferred):

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

• CompTIA Security+

• GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC) or similar certifications

Technical Skills:

• Strong understanding of networking protocols, operating systems, and cloud environments (Azure, AWS, Oracle Cloud).

• Expertise in cryptographic protocols, identity management, and access control mechanisms.

• Knowledge of scripting and automation (Python, Bash, PowerShell).

Soft Skills:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.

• Excellent communication skills for collaboration and reporting.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment.

Location: Qatar