IT Security Specialist – Information Security

4 weeks ago

Al Farwānīyah, Al Farwaniyah, Kuwait KDD Full time
IT Security Specialist – Information Security

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IT Security Specialist – Information Security

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Job Duties Include But Are Not Limited To

We are currently seeking a mid-level, knowledgeable IT Security Specialist to join our IT team.

The candidate will be responsible for implementing and maintaining cybersecurity measures to protect our company's networks, systems, and data from potential threats.

  • Identify and fix vulnerabilities within existing security systems.
  • Develop organization-wide security measures.
  • Document known security breaches and vulnerabilities.
  • Maintain security policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks and industry standards.
  • Monitor and analyze security events and incidents to identify and respond to potential threats promptly.
  • Perform penetration tests to assess potential security problems.
  • Stay up to date with the latest threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies to mitigate emerging risks.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security measures into the development of new systems and applications.
  • Scan and discover network and system vulnerabilities using various tools, and perform penetration testing when required.
  • Maintain documentation and reports related to cybersecurity incidents, actions taken, and compliance requirements.
  • Perform configuration reviews for security systems like firewalls and Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR).
  • Establish relationships with external cybersecurity partners, vendors, and service providers.
  • Plan incident response activities, including investigating security breaches and recommending corrective actions.
  • Participate in the change management process.

Required Qualification
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
  • Experience: 3 to 4 years of experience in an IT security role.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with team members and stakeholders at all levels.
  • Analytical Skills: Strong analytical, troubleshooting, performance tuning, and debugging skills.
  • Time Management: Effective time management and organizational skills to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Strategic Thinking: Ability to align solution deliverables with the organization's goals.

Required Professional Skills
  • Network Security: Understanding of network architecture, including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems.
  • Operating System Administration: Proficiency in securing Windows, Linux, and macOS.
  • Penetration Testing: Experience in identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities to improve security measures.
  • Programming Languages: Familiarity with Python, C++, Java, and scripting languages like PowerShell.
  • Encryption Techniques: Knowledge of implementing and managing encryption for data protection.
  • Software Configuration: Proficiency in configuring and managing security software (anti-virus, anti-malware).
  • Cyber Operations: Knowledge of cyber operations and strategies to defend against threats.
Seniority level
  • Seniority levelMid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Employment typeFull-time
Job function
  • Job functionInformation Technology
  • IndustriesDairy Product Manufacturing

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