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IT Cybersecurity Administrator

Posted on Apr 09, 2022
Location: Kuwait City, Kuwait
Industry: Education / Training / Teaching
Job Type: Full Time/Permanent
Education: Masters
Experience: 5 Years
Salary: 1000 - 2000 Kuwait Dinar (Monthly)

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The IT Security Administrator’s role is to ensure the secure operation of on-premise and hosted computer systems, servers, and network connections. This includes checking server and firewall logs, scrutinizing network traffic, establishing and updating virus scans, and troubleshooting. The incumbent will also analyze and resolve security breaches and vulnerability issues in a timely and accurate fashion, and conduct user activity audits where required, work with cloud vendors and evaluate their security practices.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop, implement, maintain, and oversee enforcement of policies, procedures, and associated plans for system security administration and user system access based on industry-standard best practices
Design and implement disaster recovery plan for operating systems, databases, networks, servers, and software applications
Design and implement incident response plans based on filed office laws and regulations
Design, implement, and monitor data protection policies and procedures
Assess need for any security reconfigurations and execute them if required
Keep current with emerging security alerts and issues
Conduct research on emerging products, services, protocols, and standards in support of security enhancement and development efforts
Interact and negotiate with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to obtain protection services and products
Recommend, schedule, and perform security improvements, upgrades, a purchases
Deploy, manage, and maintain all security systems and their corresponding or associated software, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, cryptography systems, and anti-virus software
Administer and maintain end user accounts, permissions, and access rights
Manage connection security for local area networks, Company website, Company intranet, and e-mail communications
Manage and ensure the security of databases and data transferred both internally and externally
Design, perform, a oversee penetration testing of all systems to identify system vulnerabilities
Design, implement, and report on security system and end user activity audits
Monitor server logs, firewall logs, intrusion detection logs, and network traffic for unusual or suspicious activity. Interpret activity and make recommendations for resolution
Recommend, schedule (where appropriate), and apply fixes, security patches, disaster recovery procedures, and any other measures required in the event of a security breach
Evaluate new security software a technologies
Provide on-call security support to end-users


Candidate Requirements

Required

College diploma or university degree in the field of computer science a 5 years equivalent work experience
One or more of the following certifications:
GIAC Security Essentials Certification
GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender
ISACA Certified Information Security Manager
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer: Security
(ISC)2 SCCP
(ISC)2 CISSP
(ISC)2 ISSAP
Broad hands-on knowledge of firewalls, intrusion detection systems, anti-virus software, data encryption, and other industry-standard techniques and practices
In-depth technical knowledge of network, PC, and Microsoft and Linux operating systems
Working technical knowledge of current systems software, protocols, and standards
Strong knowledge of T and network administrati
Hands-on experience with devices such as hubs, switches, and routers
Knowledge of applicable practices and laws relating to data privacy and protection
Knowledge of law enforcement practices and procedures in the US and the MENA region
Intuition and keen instincts to preempt attacks
High level of analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to conduct research into security issues and products as required
Strong interpersonal and oral communication skills
Highly self-motivated and directed
Strong organizational skills
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
Able to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment


Skills Required

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