Cybersecurity Analyst / Engineer

Role Description This is a part-time, hybrid Cybersecurity Analyst / Engineer role based in Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates, with some flexibility for work from home. The role involves monitoring and securing production, office, and cloud environments that support digital content creation and distribution. The Cybersecurity Analyst / Engineer will review security alerts, investigate potential incidents, and support incident response activities to help protect critical systems, networks, and data. Day-to-day responsibilities include assessing application and network vulnerabilities, performing malware analysis on suspicious files or links, and maintaining security controls and documentation. The role also includes collaborating with technical and production teams to implement secure practices, support compliance with internal policies, and provide guidance on emerging threats relevant to media and content platforms.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong foundational skills in Cybersecurity and Analytical Skills, including threat identification, risk assessment, and data-driven problem solving.
• Candidates should possess hands-on Network Security skills, such as configuring and monitoring firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, VPNs, and secure network architectures.
• Candidates should possess Application Security skills, including secure coding awareness, vulnerability assessment of web and mobile applications, and remediation best practices.
• Candidates should possess Malware Analysis skills, including the ability to analyze suspicious files, URLs, and behaviors, and contribute to incident containment and response.
• Relevant additional qualifications include experience with SIEM tools, endpoint protection platforms, and cloud security (e.g., AWS, Azure, or similar).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to explain technical issues to non-technical stakeholders are important.
• A degree or recognized certification in information security, computer science, or a related field (e.g., CISSP, CEH, Security+, or equivalent) is beneficial.
• Experience working in media, entertainment, or digital content environments, and familiarity with data privacy and regional regulatory considerations, is a plus.