Group Specialist - Network Security

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

• Administer, troubleshoot and manage network security solutions implemented in Shared Security Hubs, including next‑generation firewalls, web application firewalls, security incident monitoring, etc.
• Provide prompt assistance to the BUs for any new requirements or network support concerns.
• Fine‑tune and implement configuration changes to security controls as required.
• Carry out infrastructure‑related vulnerability assessments of IT systems, identify potential vulnerabilities, recommend controls to mitigate risks and work with stakeholders to implement those controls.
• Respond rapidly and effectively to IT security incidents, managing them as per DPW incident management life cycle, including performing forensics for evidence gathering and preservation.
• Periodically conduct risk assessments for existing firewall rules and for new change requests submitted by the business.
• Maintain and monitor site‑to‑site connectivity established with global DP World sites.
• Work closely with internal teams (Network, Windows, Linux, BU IT) to continuously improve security posture in the DP World group.
• Stay up to date on information technology trends and security standards and recommend best practices applicable to DP World.
• Act as an ambassador for DP World at all times when working; promoting and demonstrating positive behaviours in harmony with DP World’s principles, values and culture; ensuring the highest level of safety is applied in all activities; understanding and following DP World’s Code of Conduct and Ethics policies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
• 8–10 years of experience in the IT field with at least 5 years in Network Security and managing security solutions.
• Hands‑on experience with CheckPoint, Fortinet Solutions, Check Point Multi‑Domain and Azure Security.
• Hands‑on experience with data leakage prevention, O365 Security, next‑generation firewall, web application firewall and OT/IoT security.
• Good understanding of cloud security (Azure, AWS, etc.) is desirable.
• Ability to adapt in a complex environment and drive self‑learning.
• Industry‑recognized certifications such as CCSA, CCSE, Azure Fundamentals, Azure Administrator, etc.
• Exposure in creating technical documentation for security tools and procedures.
• Understanding of e‑commerce, logistics, supply chain and port operations applications is an added advantage.
• Experience working with multinational companies (MNC) is preferable.

• Excellent analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Program and project management skills.
• Time management skills.
• Team player and conflict management skills.
• Ability to adapt in a complex environment and love challenges.
• Cultural awareness.

• Deep technical knowledge of IT technologies, operating systems, networking, etc., and global business experience.
• Detailed technical knowledge of security vulnerabilities and remediation.
• Solid understanding of OWASP Top 10 vulnerability assessment and mitigation.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Other, Information Technology, and Management

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