Information Security Specialist

Role Summary & Duties and Responsibilities:

A specialized controller role, an information security specialist is responsible for assessing, evaluating and reporting on the security and effectiveness of IT systems and related controls in support of organizational information / data security, IT systems and their components. The reviews conducted is often reported to top management with recommendations for changes or improvements.

• Review and interpret information security policies and controls.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to establish an effective information security review program.
• Develop and implement review plans that are aligned to the organizational objectives and security requirements.
• Develop and deploy policy testing on IS systems.
• Advise other senior management on cybersecurity programs, policies, processes, systems, and elements.
• Schedule and conduct IS reviews.
• Analyse and report results and provide recommendations to the system owner(s).
• Conduct and promote the information security awareness program.
• Support in the creation and implementation or management of security solutions.

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Experience & Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelors in cybersecurity or IT related fields (Computer engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Technology Management, Digital Security or equivalent)
• Certifications: Certification in Information Security Management, Security+, or any other related certificates is a plus.
• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years in Information Security with preference in systems analytics.
• Other Relevant Qualifications:
• Master’s degree is a plus
• Good knowledge of main security solutions & technologies (e.g. firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPN, content security, etc.)

Skills:

• Exposure to Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) and Service Level Agreements (SLA's).
• Ability to think strategically and the foresight to be proactive when events allow.
• Effective communication and report writing skills.
• Excellent organizational, planning and assessment skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Good leadership and persuasiveness capabilities.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Internet, and email.
• Proficiency in Arabic and English (oral and written).

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