Cloud Security Engineer

Sanipex Group offers to our customers a unique lifestyle proposition throughout the Middle East, Europe, Asia and Africa. Our reputation has been built over 30 years through our Retail, Trade, Project and Digital channels by offering a one-stop-shop for architects, interior designers, developers, retailers and private clients alike.

We are a dynamic, creative team of people who are passionate about our customers and products. Our team enjoy and participate in comprehensive training programs to develop new skills and capabilities. You too can thrive in a positive, fun, and driven culture and take your career to new heights. We employ over 40 nationalities and committed to inclusion and diversity.

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Cloud Security Engineer with deep expertise in infrastructure security and a strong background in designing and implementing comprehensive security solutions in the cloud. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in network security, firewall management, and ensuring compliance with enterprise security standards. You will play a key role in protecting our cloud environment, including cloud and on-premises infrastructure from threats and vulnerabilities.

Responsibilities

The position will involve the following areas of responsibility:

• Design, implement, and manage robust security controls and practices within Azure environments, ensuring the protection of cloud infrastructure and services.
• Configure and maintain Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW) and virtual firewalls in Azure, ensuring effective network segmentation and traffic filtering.
• Implement and manage Web Application Firewalls (WAF) to protect against DDoS and web application vulnerabilities.
• Monitor, assess, and optimize network security policies and configurations, including virtual network security groups, Azure Firewall, and other network security tools.
• Manage SSL security certificates to ensure secure communication across cloud-based services and applications.
• Implement endpoint security solutions to protect cloud workloads, virtual machines, and other endpoints from malware, ransomware, and other threats.
• Oversee the security and compliance of Office 365 environments, ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct security assessments and vulnerability scans to identify and mitigate risks in cloud infrastructure and applications.
• Collaborate with network, software and website teams to design and enforce security best practices across all cloud-based systems and services.
• Monitor security events and incidents, responding to and investigating potential threats, and ensuring timely resolution.
• Stay current with the latest security threats, trends, and technologies, and recommend improvements to existing security architectures and practices.

About You

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in cloud security, with a focus on Microsoft Azure & ECommerce.
• Proven experience with Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW), virtual firewalls, and Web Application Firewalls (WAF) in cloud environments.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Defender for Office 365, Defender for Endpoint, Microsoft Intune, Purview, DLP, and Cloud Security.
• Experience with Office 365 Security and Compliance, Governance, Encryption, Information and Identity Protection.
• Excellent English written and verbal communications skills.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule.
• Valid Driving License & transportation.
• The suitable candidate should have professional background as Security Engineer and have following certifications and experience with security frameworks and compliances:
• CISSP
• CISO
• CIGE
• Frameworks & Compliance for ISO 27000 series, NIST Cybersecurity, GDPR

What we can offer

You will turn your career aspirations into reality. We will help shape your career journey through enriching experiences, learning, and development opportunities. Our Group offers diverse career paths for those who are passionate, innovative, and collaborative - every day.

We recognise the value that you bring, and we strive to provide a competitive salary and benefits package.

We Welcome Everyone to Apply

It takes diversity of thought, culture, background, abilities, and perspectives to truly enthuse and excite our customers. We welcome all applicants to apply and be part of our exciting future.

We would like to thank you in advance for your application. Due to the influx of applications, we don't always get the opportunity to speak to our candidates. Consequently, if you haven't been contacted over the next two weeks then you can assume you have not been successful on this occasion.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates