The company is looking for an experienced Cloud Security Engineer who will work closely with governance, operations, and the company teams. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining security controls across multi-cloud and hybrid environments, with a strong focus on Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365.
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Responsibilities:
- Architect and implement secure cloud solutions for Azure, AWS, and Microsoft 365 environments.
- Define and enforce identity and access management (IAM) policies, conditional access, and Zero Trust security models.
- Manage and optimize SIEM/SOAR platforms such as Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, or ArcSight.
- Develop and maintain use cases, detection rules, dashboards, and automation playbooks in Sentinel.
- Investigate and respond to security incidents, collaborating with SOC and IR teams.
- Administer Microsoft Defender ATP, Intune, Azure Security Center, and Azure Information Protection.
- Monitor cloud environments for threats, vulnerabilities, and misconfigurations.
- Deploy and maintain endpoint detection, firewalls, proxies, and DLP solutions across hybrid environments.
- Conduct cloud risk assessments, security audits, and compliance reviews against frameworks like NIST, CIS Benchmarks, and MITRE ATT&CK.
- Provide recommendations and remediation steps to improve the organization’s cloud security posture.
- Collaborate with IT, SOC, DevOps, and compliance teams to ensure secure deployment pipelines and governance alignment.
- Stay updated on evolving cloud security threats, attack techniques, and emerging technologies.
- Prepare detailed technical documentation, reports, and SOPs.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related field.
- 7+ years of hands-on experience in Cloud Security Engineering.
- Proven expertise in Microsoft Azure Security and Microsoft 365 Security.
- Exposure to AWS Security; familiarity with GCP security tools is an advantage.
- Strong experience with Microsoft Sentinel and KQL queries.
- Expertise in Microsoft Defender suite and Azure infrastructure security.
- Proficient in Entra ID, IAM, and Conditional Access.
- Familiarity with major compliance frameworks: ISO 27001, NIST CSF, GDPR.
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Strong client-facing communication and technical documentation abilities.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure in dynamic environments.
Preferred Certifications:
- Microsoft AZ-500 – Azure Security Engineer
- Microsoft SC-200 – Security Operations Analyst
- CISSP, CISM, CEH, or GIAC (preferred)
Benefits:
- Health insurance with a leading global provider.
- Career progression and growth through challenging projects.
- Employee engagement and wellness campaigns.
- Excellent learning and development opportunities.
- Annual flight tickets to home country.
- Inclusive and diverse working environment.
Location: Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates (On-site)
Work Conditions:
- Full-time
- Flexible/Hybrid working environment
- Open door policy
About Us:
The company is the cybersecurity arm of e& enterprise (formerly Etisalat Digital) and provides strategic consultancy and tailored information security solutions to enterprise businesses across the Middle East. Established in 2004 and acquired by e& in 2020, the company has established itself as a trusted IT security advisor in the region, focusing on delivering unmatched value to customers through the strength of their cyber defenses.
