Cyber Security Lead Engineer at Arpu Telecommunication Services

Cairo, Cairo, Egypt -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Security Architecture, Threat Management, Cloud Security, GRC, SIEM, EDR, WAF, Vulnerability Scanning, Incident Response, Policy Enforcement, Risk Assessment, Security Awareness, Network Security, Access Control, Threat Hunting

Industry

Telecommunications

Description

Objective: (summary about the position) Seeking a highly experienced Security Lead Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of cybersecurity measures across our hybrid environment. This role requires overseeing infrastructure, application, and cloud security; managing threat detection and response systems; guiding the security posture of internally developed software; and ensuring regulatory compliance through GRC frameworks. The ideal candidate brings technical depth, leadership capabilities, and a proactive mindset to protect our digital assets and business operations. Responsibilities: 1. Security Architecture & Strategy Design, integrate, and maintain end-to-end security architecture for on-premises and cloud environments. Ensure secure network topology including segmentation, access control, and VPN tunnels. Lead development and enforcement of security policies, procedures, and best practices. Work closely with developers and IT architects to embed security into application and infrastructure design. 2. SOC, SIEM, and Threat Management Oversee the operation and tuning of Security Operations Center (SOC) including SIEM platforms. Manage endpoint protection through EDR and threat-hunting solutions. Manage and enhance email security systems to protect against phishing, malware, and spam, ensuring compliance with organizational security policies. Lead incident response efforts and develop threat prevention strategies. 3. Application and Cloud Security Supervise vulnerability scanning and penetration testing for internally developed applications. Lead WAF deployment and optimization to protect business-critical web applications. Implement security best practices and policy enforcement across multi-cloud environments 4. Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Drive cybersecurity-related compliance programs (e.g., SOC 2 Type 2, ISO 27001). Lead cross-functional GRC initiatives and support internal/external audits. Manage security risk assessments and recommend mitigation strategies. 5. Documentation & Collaboration Maintain detailed documentation for security controls, policies, systems, and incidents. Plan and conduct quarterly security awareness sessions to educate staff on emerging cyber threats, security best practices, and the organization's security policies. Work collaboratively with software engineers, network teams, DevOps, and business units. Min requirements: 1. Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, Information Security or a related field. 2. Experience: · 7 years in cybersecurity and information security roles. · 5+ years of hands-on experience in security architecture and threat management. 3. Qualifications necessary for the vacancy. · Proven expertise in: o Security architecture for hybrid cloud/on-prem setups. o Firewalls, WAF, EDR, SIEM, UTM, IPS, Proxy, and DDoS mitigation. o Network security protocols, subnetting, VPNs, and access control models. 4. Set of skills necessary for the vacancy. · Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills: o Ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues efficiently. o Skilled in designing and implementing scalable and secure IT solutions. · Organizational Skills: o Strong ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively. o Commitment to meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality standards. · Communication and Teamwork: o Excellent written and verbal communication skills. o Ability to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders. 5. Certifications (Desirable): · CISSP, CISM, CEH, OSCP, CCSP · Cloud security certifications (e.g., AWS Security Specialty, Microsoft SC-100/SC-200) · IT governance certifications (e.g., ISO 27001 LA, CISA)

Responsibilities

This role involves leading the design and implementation of cybersecurity measures across hybrid environments, overseeing infrastructure, application, and cloud security, and managing threat detection systems. Key duties include developing security architecture, overseeing SOC/SIEM operations, supervising application security testing, and driving GRC compliance programs.