UAE National - Security Specialist

The Security Specialist supports day‑to‑day operations of the Information Security team, focusing on managing service tickets, assisting in identity and access management activities, and supporting incident handling and risk management tasks. This role offers an excellent opportunity to build a strong foundation in information security, gain hands‑on experience across multiple areas, and contribute to strengthening the organization’s overall security posture.

• Monitor and manage security‑related tickets and requests in the queue, ensuring timely resolution and proper documentation.
• Escalate complex issues to senior team members when needed.
• Support in preparing basic reports and summaries on recurring issues or trends.
• Assist in improving standard operating procedures for common requests.
• Process user access requests and assist in access reviews under supervision.
• Help maintain user accounts, groups, and permissions in line with company policies.
• Support ongoing initiatives to strengthen identity and access controls.
• Provide first‑level support for security alerts or incidents by following defined playbooks.
• Coordinate with other teams (e.g. SOC, IT support) for issue resolution.
• Maintain logs and records for audit and tracking purposes.
• Assist in gathering data for audits, assessments, and risk reviews.
• Support in updating security documentation, checklists, and registers.
• Help with awareness or process improvement activities as assigned.

Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities. Good communication skills and a collaborative mindset. Attention to detail and ability to follow defined processes. Ability to work under supervision and elevate issues when necessary.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Basic understanding of information security principles and best practices.
• Certifications such as CompTIA Security+ or ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) are a plus.
• Familiarity with common IT or security tools is an advantage.