Security Engineer

EPAM is looking for a talented Security Engineer to join our team in Abu Dhabi. You will work on a dynamic fintech project that is transforming digital financial services across the region.

In this role, you will be responsible for designing, building, testing and implementing security systems within our organization’s IT network. You will apply a deep understanding of complex IT systems, security standards, trends and regulations to protect critical fintech solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your expertise in security engineering while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure resilience in digital financial services.

If you are passionate about cybersecurity, motivated to safeguard fintech platforms and eager to grow your expertise in a high-impact environment, then this opportunity is for you.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement security architectures and solutions for complex IT projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and risk management strategies
• Conduct threat modeling, risk assessments and security audits. Recommend and coordinate the implementation of technical controls to enforce defined security policies
• Stay updated on the latest security systems, standards and authentication protocols as well as best practice security products
• Work closely with IT network and software development teams to design and integrate robust security measures
• Develop and implement incident response protocols and procedures to handle security breaches efficiently and minimize impact

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information security or a related field
• Proven experience in security architecture design and implementation
• Industry experience in financial services or fintech security preferred
• Strong knowledge of application security, security protocols and security standards
• Proficiency with security monitoring and analysis tools, network security solutions, cloud security platforms and identity and access management systems
• Hands-on experience with threat modeling, risk assessment, security controls implementation and incident response
• Practical knowledge of cloud security architecture across major providers (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
• Experience with zero-trust architecture implementation and DevSecOps practices
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as ISO 27001, NESA, CSA STAR, SOC1/SOC2 and PCI DSS
• Strong communication, problem-solving and collaboration skills

Nice to have

• Certifications such as CISSP, cloud security certifications (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) or other security-related credentials
• Familiarity with financial compliance frameworks such as PCI DSS and SOX
• Interest in advancing security automation and modern security engineering practices

We offer

• End of service gratuity
• Private healthcare and life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness program
• Annual air travel tickets for expatriates
• Regular performance feedback and salary reviews
• Global travel medical and accident insurance
• Referral bonuses
• Learning and development opportunities including in-house training and coaching, professional certifications, over 22,000 courses on LinkedIn Learning Solutions and much more
• • All benefits and perks are subject to certain eligibility requirements