Applab Qatar
Information Security Specialist
Applab QatarQatar1 day ago
Full-timeInformation Technology

📍 Location: Doha, Qatar


We are looking for a qualified and experienced Information Security Specialist to join our IT Department. The ideal candidate will be fluent in both Arabic and English (written and spoken) and possess strong technical and analytical skills to ensure the security, integrity, and compliance of our organization’s information systems.


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Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or Cybersecurity (or an equivalent field).

• Required certifications: CompTIA Security+ or CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker).

• Preferred certifications: CISSP or CISM.

• Minimum 5 years of practical experience in information security or cybersecurity.

• Proven hands-on experience in managing firewalls, IDS/IPS, EDR, DLP, and SIEM systems.

• Excellent command of Arabic and English (speaking and writing).


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Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain information security policies, standards, and procedures.

• Manage and monitor security systems including firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection (EDR), and DLP.

• Conduct security monitoring, incident detection, and response analysis using SIEM tools.

• Identify, assess, and remediate vulnerabilities and security threats.

• Manage and monitor user access controls and protect privileged accounts.

• Prepare monthly cybersecurity reports and KPI dashboards for management review.

• Participate in business continuity (BCP) and disaster recovery (DR) planning and testing.

• Conduct security awareness and training sessions for employees on best cybersecurity practices.

• Collaborate with IT and management teams to ensure compliance with internal and external security standards.


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Preferred Skills:

• In-depth understanding of network and endpoint security technologies.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Ability to respond quickly to security incidents and provide effective mitigation.

• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and data protection standards.

  • • Excellent teamwork and communication skills in both Arabic and English.

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