CYBERSECURITY OPERATIONS SPECIALIST

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Posted on 02/15/2025

Therole of the Cybersecurity Operations Specialist is essential for maintainingand improving the organization's security posture through the oversight ofdaily security operations, incident response, and the management of diversesecurity technologies. The primary focus is on ensuring the security,resilience, and compliance of both technological and operational facets.Additionally, the role involves managing daily administrative tasks to optimizecybersecurity capabilities, developing and implementing cybersecurityoperations framework, and ensuring swift and effective responses to securityincidents.

JOBSPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

ZscalerZIA (Internet Access) Management: Administer and optimize Zscaler ZIA (Internet Access) tosecure internet traffic and enforce security policies. Configure ZIA policiesto control access to web applications and prevent malicious activities.

ZscalerZPA (Private Access) Management: Manage and optimize Zscaler ZPA to secure remote accessand zero-trust connectivity. Configure ZPA policies to ensure secure access tointernal applications and resources.

ZscalerZDX (Digital Experience) Management: Oversee and enhance Zscaler ZDX tomonitor and optimize user experience and application performance. Utilize ZDXinsights to improve application delivery and security posture.

DeceptionPlatform Management: Deploy and manage deception technologies to detect and deceive attackers withinthe network. Configure and maintain deception assets to lure and identifymalicious actors.

SecurityTool Management: Manage and optimize other security tools and technologies used for securitymonitoring and incident response (e.g., SIEM, EDR, threat intelligenceplatforms, vulnerability Management, DMARC). Configure and fine-tune securitytools to improve detection accuracy and reduce false positives.

IncidentAnalysis and Response: Perform or support in-depth analysis and investigation of security breachesusing SIEM tools, threat intelligence, and other cybersecurity technologies.Coordinate response activities for cybersecurity incidents, including documentation,reporting, and communication with relevant stakeholders.

KEYRESULT AREAS

ZscalerInternet Access (ZIA), Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) and Zscaler DigitalExperience (ZDX) management

SecurityOperations Management

Minimumof 8 years of experience in security operation management

Deepunderstanding of network security, remote access security, platform, endpoint, cloud,and mobile security, as well as malware protection.

Energyand utility sector preferred

Job-relatedcompetencies and proficiency levels:

Behavioural

Organizationalexcellence (level 3) - Skilled

Encouragecontinuous learning (level 3) - Skilled

Buildeffective relationships (level 3) - Skilled

Communicatewith impact (level 3) - Skilled

Adopta strategic mindset (level 3) - Skilled

Technical

SecurityIncident response and mitigation (level 3) - Skilled

Securitytools operations (Level3) - Skilled