Information Technology Security Specialist

About The Role

It Security Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• Act as custodian of IT security policies and ensure their implementation and periodic review
• Support IT security governance and liaise with IS Manager and internal auditors
• Ensure compliance with security standards, regulations, and audit requirements
• Manage and monitor security tools and infrastructure across cloud and on-prem environments
• Monitor logs, perform audits, and ensure secure backup and access controls
• Detect, investigate, and respond to security incidents and suspicious activities
• Monitor networks for intrusions using tools such as IDS/IPS, SIEM, firewalls, and related CND solutions
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and security testing of systems and applications
• Configure, maintain, and optimize security solutions (firewalls, antivirus, anti-spam, IDS/IPS, VPN, etc.)
• Ensure secure network configurations and adherence to change management processes
• Collaborate with vendors, conduct PoCs, and report findings to management
• Prepare technical incident reports and support disaster recovery and business continuity planning
• Continuously assess emerging threats and recommend mitigation actions

Technical Skills & Experience

• Strong knowledge of IDS/IPS, SIEM, and Computer Network Defense tools
• Hands-on experience with tools such as Wireshark, Nessus, Kali Linux, Burp Suite, and Nmap
• Experience in SOC/CIRT/CERT/CSIRC environments or IT audit functions
• Knowledge of security frameworks: ISO 27001, NIST 800, COBIT
• Experience with Microsoft security stack (Defender for Endpoint, Azure Sentinel, Microsoft 365 Security, Defender for Cloud)
• Experience with Azure Key Vault, HSM, BYOK encryption
• Strong Windows OS administration and hardening skills
• Experience with firewalls, WAF, VPNs, antivirus, and network security controls
• Exposure to Cisco FTD, Palo Alto, Barracuda firewalls, and NAC solutions
• Experience in SIEM management, intrusion analysis, and malware/virus outbreak handling

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, IT, or related field
• Certifications preferred: CISSP, CISM, CEH
• Vendor certifications (Cisco, Palo Alto, F5, Barracuda) are an advantage