Associate Security Analyst (UAE National)

Global Software Solutions Group

Dubai, UAE

Fulltime

Mid-Senior

1 months ago

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We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic Emirati national to join our Security Operations Centre (SOC) team as a Security Analyst.
If you have a strong knowledge and interest in network security, this position might be the right one for you.
The Associate Security Analyst will be responsible for monitoring multiple security technologies and events using the Security Information Event Management (SIEM) tool in order to detect and identify IT security related incidents.
This role requires:
2 - 3 years of experience in information security, in areas such as security operations, intrusion detection, incident analysis, incident handling, log analysis, or firewall administration
2 - 3 years of experience in one of the following: Network operations or engineering or system administration on Unix, Linux, Windows
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Responsibilities

Follow detailed operational process and procedures to appropriately analyse, escalate, and assist in remediation of critical information security incidents
Correlate and analyse events using the Splunk/Log Rhythm/Qradar SIEM tool to detect IT security incidents
Conduct analysis of log files, including forensic analysis of system resource access
Review customer reports to ensure quality and accuracy
Monitor multiple security technologies, such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, Firewalls, Switches, VPNs, and other security threat data sources
Respond to inbound requests via phone and other electronic means for technical assistance with managed services
Respond in a timely manner (within documented SLA) to support, threat, and other cases
Document actions in cases to effectively communicate information internally and to customers
Resolve problems independently and understand escalation procedure
Maintain a high degree of awareness of the current threat landscape
Participate in knowledge sharing with other analysts and writing technical articles for Internal Knowledge Bases
Perform other essential duties as assigned
Able to work in rotating shifts within a 24/7 operating environment

Qualifications & Skills

Emirati candidates with family book will be preferred for this role.
A Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related degree
An active interest in internet security, incident detection, network and systems security
A sound knowledge of IT security best practices, common attack types and detection/prevention methods
Demonstrable experience of analysing and interpreting system, security, and application logs
Knowledge of the type of events that both Firewalls, IDS/IPS, and other security related devices produce
Experience in using SIEM tools such as Splunk, Log Rhythm, Qradar, Alien Vault, NitroSecurity, etc
TCP/IP knowledge, networking, and security product experience
Knowledge of Cyber Kill Chain and MITRE ATT&CK frameworks
Possible attack activities, such as scans, man in the middle, sniffing, DoS, DDoS, etc. and possible abnormal activities, such as worms, Trojans, viruses, etc
CCNA, CISSP, GCA, GCIA, GCIH, CEH certification would be preferable
Outstanding organizational skills
Exclusive focus and vast experience in IT
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
A motivated, self-managed, individual who can demonstrate above average analytical skills and work professionally with peers and customers even under pressure
Very good communication skills
Strong written and verbal skills
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate well with others
Ability to speak and write in English & Arabic is mandatory

Benefits

Health insurance with one of the leading global providers for medical insurance
Career progression and growth through challenging projects and work
Employee engagement and wellness campaigns activities throughout the year
Excellent learning and development opportunities
Inclusive and diverse working environment
Flexible/Hybrid working environment
Open door policy

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