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Senior Engineer - Security

Katim Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Posted: 25 Mar 2025

Financial

  • Estimate: $70k - $100k*
  • Zero income tax location

Accessibility

  • Office Only
  • Apply from abroad
  • No Relocation Support
  • Visa Provided

Requirements

  • Experience: Senior
  • English: Professional

Position

About the Job:
KATIM is a leader in developing innovative secure communication products and solutions for governments and businesses. As part of the Space & Cyber Technologies cluster at EDGE, one of the world’s leading advanced technology groups, KATIM delivers trust in a world where cyber risks are a constant threat. We fulfill the growing demand for advanced cyber capabilities by delivering robust, secure, end-to-end solutions centered on four core business units: Networks, Ultra Secure Mobile Devices, Applications, and Satellite Communications.

As a Senior Security Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding KATIM's infrastructure and products. This position requires the design, implementation, and management of sophisticated security measures to defend against evolving threats. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of security principles and standards, hands-on expertise with security technologies, and the ability to lead projects and deliver results within deadlines. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to ensure that security is seamlessly integrated into every aspect of our technological framework.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement robust security architectures for KATIM’s systems and applications, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
  • Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for security architectures and solutions.
  • Oversee and contribute to the configuration and operation of a suite of security tools and technologies, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, WAF, and email security.
  • Ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability of on-premise and cloud environments.
  • Establish new network security standards, including policies and security review processes.
  • Collaborate with development and infrastructure teams to integrate security best practices into system designs.
  • Review and audit security implementations to ensure compliance and effectiveness.
  • Communicate security risks and updates to management and relevant stakeholders.
  • Conduct security training and awareness programs for employees.
  • Stay informed about the latest security trends, technologies, and threat intelligence.

Education and Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
  • 8-10 years of experience in developing, operating, and maintaining security technologies.
  • Strong understanding of web and mobile application security.
  • Experience with threat modeling techniques and familiarity with ISO, NIST, and CIS best practices.
  • Knowledge of cloud security, container security, and API security.

Key Skills:

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, OSCP, or CEH are a plus.
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About Katim

KATIM is a leader in the development of innovative secure communication products and solutions for governments and businesses. As part of the Electronic Warfare & Cyber Technologies cluster at EDGE, one of the world’s leading advanced technology groups, KATIM delivers trust in a world where cyber risks are a constant threat, and fulfils the increasing demand for advanced cyber capabilities by delivering robust, secure, end-to-end solutions centered on four core business units: Networks, Ultra Secure Mobile Devices, Applications, and Satellite Communications. KATIM empowers organisations worldwide with the confidence that their mission-critical information and communications are private and secure at all times. Based in Abu Dhabi, KATIM accelerates digital advancement, nurtures next-generation talent, and curates advanced innovations to solve the most difficult digital challenges for its customers.