Security Analyst (m/f/d)
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About the Role
Halian is seeking a Security Analyst for a 6-month extendable contract based in Sharjah. The role focuses on ensuring ISO 27001 compliance, performing risk assessments, managing security technologies, and coordinating audits.
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Responsibilities
- Ensure continuous compliance with ISO 27001 standards through regular monitoring and maintenance
- Perform risk assessments and gap analyses to identify weaknesses in security governance frameworks
- Develop, update, and review information security policies, standards, procedures, and guidelines
- Manage and enhance deployed security technologies by refining configurations and developing use cases
- Establish and maintain robust data governance and data security frameworks
- Design and deliver security awareness and training programs across the organization
- Coordinate internal and external audit activities, including evidence gathering and tracking remediation
- Serve as a key liaison between security, IT, business units, and auditors
- Maintain comprehensive documentation repositories including policies, procedures, and risk assessments
- Manage the information security risk register, ensuring risks are accurately recorded and monitored
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISA, and/or CEH
- Strong technical understanding of networking concepts and infrastructure
- Practical experience in cloud security and data governance (e.g., Microsoft Azure)
- Solid knowledge of network, system, and software security principles
- Familiarity with ISO 27001 and NIST frameworks
- Experience with penetration testing and vulnerability management
- Knowledge of security technologies such as antivirus, firewalls, and IDS/IPS
- Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills
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Job Overview
- 6 month extendable contract
- Sharjah Office based
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure continuous compliance with ISO 27001 standards through regular monitoring and maintenance
- Perform risk assessments and gap analyses to identify weaknesses in security governance frameworks
- Develop, update, and review information security policies, standards, procedures, and guidelines in alignment with business goals and regulatory requirements
- Manage and enhance deployed security technologies by refining configurations, developing use cases, and adapting to evolving threat landscapes
- Establish and maintain robust data governance and data security frameworks
- Design and deliver security awareness and training programs across the organization
- Coordinate internal and external audit activities, including evidence gathering, conducting walkthroughs, and tracking remediation actions
- Serve as a key liaison between security, IT, business units, and auditors to ensure alignment on security and compliance expectations
- Maintain comprehensive documentation repositories, including policies, procedures, risk assessments, and audit records
- Manage the information security risk register, ensuring risks are accurately recorded, assessed, prioritized, and monitored
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISA, and/or CEH are required
- Strong technical understanding of networking concepts and infrastructure
- Practical experience in cloud security and data governance (e.g., Microsoft Azure)
- Solid knowledge of network, system, and software security principles
- Familiarity with ISO 27001 and NIST frameworks, including implementation practices
- Experience with penetration testing and vulnerability management
- Knowledge of security technologies such as antivirus, firewalls, and IDS/IPS
- Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills
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