Cyber Security Lead Engineer

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.

Requirements

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)