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Expert Engineer/Enterprise Security Architecture

Etisalat Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Posted: 06 May 2025

Financial

  • Estimate: $80k - $112k*
  • Zero income tax location

Accessibility

  • Office Only
  • Visa Provided

Requirements

  • Experience: Senior
  • English: Professional

Position

The Expert Engineer/Enterprise Security Architecture is responsible for recommending, planning, designing, and implementing necessary security controls to safeguard Etisalat’s infrastructure services. This role involves thorough review of design documentation adhering to Etisalat’s security practices and guidelines, covering services such as 5G, 4G, 3G, MPLS, Internet, Cloud, NFVi, SDN, Data Centers, IoT, and IPTV.

Key responsibilities include conducting quarterly risk assessments of the services mentioned above in accordance with Etisalat’s Risk Management approach, engaging with multiple stakeholders, and providing professional guidance to subordinates.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop a comprehensive understanding of security architecture and design best practices.
  • Conduct risk assessments for services, identifying threats, vulnerabilities, and their impacts.
  • Undertake risk management methodologies and implement remediation plans for identified issues.
  • Have a strong grasp of virtualization technologies and their security requirements.
  • Possess in-depth technical knowledge of core telecom infrastructure networks.
  • Develop policies, standards, and guidelines for telecom and IT services.
  • Create security guidelines for services such as Mobile, IoT, and Cloud.
  • Manage security vendors from selection to operations.
  • Liaise with vendors and suppliers during the purchase cycle to ensure alignment with financial and technical requirements.
  • Maintain good documentation and presentation skills.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.
  • Strong knowledge of telecommunications and IT standards (e.g., ITU, ETSI, ISO, SIA).
  • Familiarity with security products and emerging technologies.
  • Information security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CEH, GRC, etc. are preferred.

At e&, diversity is a cornerstone of our commitment to creating an inclusive environment. We encourage all applicants to apply regardless of gender, background, age, or abilities. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the selection process, please reach out via email.

Location: Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates
Work Conditions: On-site, Full-time

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About Etisalat

For more than four decades, we have connected people and now we’ve evolved to become the digital telco of the future. Our mission is to grow, transform, and excel as the region’s technology leader while enhancing digital customer experience and operation agility. e& UAE offers digital experiences that cater to your new lifestyle and demands beyond just telecom and are not limited to gaming, health, and insurance. We will continue to be your trusted partner and advisor, enabling connectivity and everything beyond, accelerating the digital world, and pioneering future-forward spaces like private networks, autonomous vehicles, and AI. Together, we embark on this new era of e& UAE and step into a new world of possibilities. We are etisalat and so much more.