Cyber Security Engineer

Project Duration:- 6 Months Contract

Salary:- up to 27,000 QAR

Working Days:- 5

Working Hours:- 8

Industry Experience:- Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Chemical Mandatory

Experience:- 10 + Years

Education:- B.E or B.Tech

Locally available candidates in Qatar with freelance visa

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Network Security:

• Design and implement security measures for networks to prevent unauthorized access, attacks, or other threats (e.g., firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection systems).
• Monitor network traffic for unusual or suspicious activity.

1. System Security:

• Configure and maintain operating system security settings and applications to prevent security breaches.
• Ensure that systems are updated with the latest security patches and updates.

1. Vulnerability Management:

• Regularly conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify weaknesses in systems and networks.
• Work with teams to prioritize, remediate, and report on discovered vulnerabilities.

1. Incident Response:

• Respond to and manage security breaches or incidents, performing root cause analysis and applying lessons learned to prevent recurrence.
• Develop and maintain incident response plans, coordinating with stakeholders to minimize the impact of security breaches.

1. Security Tools and Technology Management:

• Implement and manage security tools such as SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) systems, encryption tools, and antivirus software.
• Ensure that security systems are integrated with organizational systems and that they function efficiently.

1. Compliance and Risk Management:

• Ensure the organization complies with relevant regulatory frameworks (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS).
• Conduct risk assessments and help develop strategies to mitigate security risks.

1. Security Policy and Documentation:

• Develop, maintain, and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures across the organization.
• Ensure that security documentation is up to date and accurate for auditing and reporting purposes.

1. Security Awareness and Training:

• Conduct training for employees to raise awareness about security best practices, phishing attacks, and other social engineering tactics.
• Promote security-conscious behavior throughout the organization.

1. Cloud Security:

• If the organization uses cloud services, ensure the security of cloud-based infrastructure, platforms, and applications.
• Implement cloud-specific security measures such as encryption, access control, and multi-factor authentication (MFA).

1. Data Security:

• Implement encryption and other measures to protect sensitive data both at rest and in transit.
• Monitor and enforce data access controls to ensure only authorized users can access confidential information.