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Cybersecurity Specialist

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Department: AI and Technology

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Dubai, UAE



Cybersecurity Specialist


- location_onOn-site - schedulePosted 21 days ago

About the Role

The Cybersecurity Specialist is responsible for safeguarding enterprise systems, applications, and cloud environments through proactive security assessments, monitoring, and governance. This role involves conducting penetration tests, managing vulnerabilities, investigating security incidents, and implementing robust security controls across infrastructure, networks, and identities. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise in cybersecurity, hands-on experience with SIEM platforms, and a strong understanding of cloud and enterprise security frameworks. The position requires collaboration with cross-functional IT teams to enhance the organization's overall security posture and ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards and best practices.
Key Responsibilities
  • check_circle Conduct penetration testing and security assessments of web applications, APIs, networks, servers, Active Directory environments, and enterprise systems.
Qualifications
  • check_circle Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
  • check_circle Hands-on experience in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and technical security control implementation.
  • check_circle Proficiency with tools such as Burp Suite, Nmap, Metasploit, and SIEM platforms like Wazuh, Microsoft Sentinel, or Splunk.
  • check_circle Strong understanding of web application, API, network, operating system, and enterprise security principles.
  • check_circle Experience with Microsoft Azure and/or AWS cloud security, including identity, network, and workload protection.
  • check_circle Knowledge of Windows, Linux, TCP/IP, authentication, and enterprise infrastructure.
  • check_circle Good understanding of cybersecurity governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks.
  • check_circle Expertise in Microsoft Active Directory and identity security concepts including Kerberos, NTLM, LDAP, and privileged access management.
  • check_circle Preferred certifications: OSCP, OSWE, OSEP, or Hack The Box certifications such as CPTS, CWES, CBBH, CDSA, CWEE, CAPE, COAE.
  • check_circle Additional certifications in cloud security, Microsoft security, incident response, or penetration testing are advantageous.
  • check_circle Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to convey technical risks to diverse audiences.
  • check_circle High professional ethics, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
About HBMSU




Established in 2002, Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU) is a pioneer of online and blended learning in the Middle East. Our mission is to lead the digital transformation of higher education by providing flexible, high quality academic programs that empower the next generation of innovators. We value excellence, lifelong learning, and a learner centric approach. Headquartered in Dubai, we are a global community dedicated to reshaping the future of education through technology and smart solutions.


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