Cybersecurity Engineer - Associate (UAE National)

Cybersecurity Engineer - Associate (UAE National)Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 03/29/2026Plays a critical role in strengthening the organization’s cybersecurity resilience.Focuses on identifying, exploiting, and mitigating vulnerabilities across internal and external systems.Conduct Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT) engagements.Simulate real-world cyberattacks to evaluate security posture.Assess the security of networks, applications, and infrastructure.Work closely with cross-functional teams to translate technical findings into actionable improvements.Contribute to the development of security standards, methodologies, and best practices.Help evolve and strengthen proactive defense strategiesDevelop in-house Red Team security tools (e.g., automated agents, scripts, and supporting utilities).Maintain, improve, and continuously enhance existing Red Team tooling and solutions.RequirementsMust have:Education: Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field — or equivalent practical experienceExperience: Proven background in penetration testing, red team operations, or ethical hackingStrong understanding of network protocols, operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS), and common attack vectorsHands-on experience with VAPT tools such as Burp Suite, Nmap, Metasploit, and similar frameworksSolid analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detailExcellent written and verbal communication abilities, including experience in creating clear, actionable technical reports and presentationsPreferred to have:Professional certifications such as OSCP, CEH, GPEN, or equivalent credentialsExperience in developing or maintaining security guidelines, methodologies, or operational frameworksFamiliarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and cloud security principlesScripting and automation proficiency (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell)Experience in social engineering assessments or physical security testingWorking knowledge of threat intelligence and industry security frameworks (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK)#J-18808-Ljbffr