Information Security Officer for UAE Job

VAM Systems is a Business Consulting, IT Solutions and Services company.

VAM Systems is currently looking for Information Security Officer for our UAE operations with the following terms and conditions:

Educational Qualification:

?? B.Sc. in a technology discipline (Computer Science, Information Management, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity) or comparable work experience; Security certifications such as CompTIA Security +, CISSP, CISA, CCNA or equivalent or working towards certification is preferred
Years of experience:
?? Minimum 2 years? experience working directly in an Information Security or Information Technology department with experience performing security system operations, monitoring, risk management, and incident response.
Skills:
?? Fluent in English (Arabic is preferred).
?? Strong interpersonal, communication (verbal and written).
?? Passion towards learning and working on new technologies and solutions to support Security Operations.
?? Hands-on experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining secure networks, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and other security tools.
?? Familiarity with Windows OS and network, server, applications and database vulnerabilities
?? Familiarity with programming and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript, Bash)
?? Working knowledge of the following frameworks and regulations: ISO 27001/2, SANS Top 20 Critical Security Controls, ISF Standard of Good Practice.
?? Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
?? Ability to work independently with little direction and/or supervision.
?? Ability to prioritize and multitask and a work approach that supports flexibility and adaptability is paramount.
?? Ability to communicate security risks to non-technical business stakeholders.
?? Strong project management skills and the ability to function in multiple roles based on project demands.
?? Demonstrated strategic thinking of multidiscipline, high-performance work teams/groups.
?? Must have a clear understanding of the challenges of information security.
?? Strong process orientation with significant attention to details and ability to resolve conflicts and complex issues.
?? Problem solving abilities including self-confidence to ensure issues are escalated appropriately.
Responsibilities :
?? Support to implement an organization-wide information security program and for maintaining ongoing activities to preserve the availability, integrity and confidentiality of information resources in compliance with applicable security policies and standards.
?? Manage network security solutions like FortiGate firewall, NAC and DLP solutions as part of security operations.
?? Monitor security systems like Email Security and Web Security solutions in IT Infrastructure to ensure information confidentiality, integrity and availability at all times and pro-actively identify and resolve potential security breaches.
?? Work with Application development team to ensure secure design, development and deployment of applications
?? Support the team to drive automated incident response and threat mitigation processes.
?? Ensure all users have the requisite clearances, authorization, need-to-know, and are aware of their security responsibilities before granting access to the IS and educate cleared personnel regarding their security responsibilities, ensuring compliance with the security Policies.
?? Implement IT security policies and procedures, including those for end users, efficiently and effectively to ensure compliance with industry-standard best practices.
?? Stay abreast of new threats, vulnerabilities and security-focused technologies and incorporate such into Information Security Program and systems; ensuring the overall security, integrity and availability of systems and data.
?? Assist in preparing audit plans and conduct regular security audits in order to enforce security policies, determine any future needs and improvements and develop innovative solutions for information security.
?? Maintain periodic security awareness campaigns to all employees and conduct phishing simulations and associated targeted trainings
?? Conduct yearly access reviews for critical systems for business users, privilege users and generic accounts to support joiners, movers and leavers process.
?? Assist with IS assessments to ensure systems and applications are complying with policies, applicable regulatory and legal requirements, and leading industry practices.
?? Maintain ISO 27001 and ISO 20000 standards implementation and compliance to support for internal and external audits

Joining time frame: (15 - 30 days) Terms and conditions

The selected candidates shall join VAM Systems - UAE and shall be deputed to one of the Organizations in UAE.

Should you be interested in this opportunity, please send your latest resume in MS Word format at the earliest at talent.acquisitionvamsystems.com