Senior Cybersecurity Analyst

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Please note this role is based in the Middle East-Qatar, relocation sponsorship and expatriate benefits apply.

To proactively safeguard the organization’s digital infrastructure and sensitive data by analyzing threats, implementing advanced security protocols, leading incident response efforts, and guiding strategic improvements in cybersecurity architecture and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and respond to complex cybersecurity incidents across the enterprise.

• Lead vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and security audits.

• Design and implement threat detection, prevention, and mitigation strategies.

• Provide subject-matter expertise during risk assessments and compliance evaluations.

• Drive security architecture improvements aligned with international frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, SABSA).

• Maintain and optimize SIEM, IDS/IPS, endpoint detection tools, and threat intelligence platforms.

• Collaborate with IT, legal, and compliance teams to ensure cybersecurity best practices.

• Mentor junior security analysts and support security training initiatives.

• Stay updated on evolving cyber threats and emerging technologies.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field (Master’s preferred).

• 5–8 years of experience in cybersecurity roles, preferably in a senior or lead capacity.

• Strong knowledge of threat landscapes, malware analysis, ethical hacking, and cloud security.

Preferred Certifications (any of the following): Offensive Security:

• OSCP / OSCE / OSEP

• CREST CRT or CRTP

• eCPPT or eCPTX

Architecture & Risk:

• SABSA Foundation/Advanced

• TOGAF

• CISSP-ISSAP

Cybersecurity & Operations:

• CISSP, CISM, CRISC (ISACA / ISC2)

• CompTIA Security+, PenTest+, CySA+

• GIAC Certifications (e.g., GCIH, GSEC, GCIA, GICSP)

Industrial & Governance:

• ISA/IEC 62443

• ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer / Lead Auditor

• SCADA/ICS Security Certifications

Key Skills:

• Threat hunting and incident response

• SIEM and endpoint protection (e.g., Splunk, SentinelOne, CrowdStrike)

• Network and system hardening

• Penetration testing and vulnerability scanning

• Cloud security (Azure, AWS, or GCP)

• Risk management and compliance frameworks (ISO, NIST, COBIT)

• Strong scripting skills (Python, Bash, PowerShell)

• Security awareness training and documentation

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Results-driven cybersecurity expert with a proactive mindset.

• Demonstrated experience defending against sophisticated cyber threats.

• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

• Strong leadership qualities and ability to mentor junior staff.