MENA Alliances is a woman-owned business dedicated to connecting global companies with highly-skilled, vetted talent from the MENA (the Middle East and North Africa) region. We source top-notch candidates for you by tapping into our rich network of the MENA region’s best tech pros. Our vetted professionals are experienced and ready to go, and training is rarely required. Ex: Software engineers, programmers, designers, translators, and more at the click of a button. Spending your childhood and youth in a refugee camp and conflict zone could lead you to believe that there is no opportunity available to you in the world. No opportunity means no hope. We wanted to change that for ambitious, talented people who have the skills but are under-employed. Scale your business by building remote teams from MENA’s ambitious top professionals. MENA Alliances Mission: Our mission is to help women and young professionals in the MENA region access the self-determination that comes with in-demand skills and career opportunities. Everyone deserves to reach their full potential, find their passion, and achieve success - no matter where in the world they live. We believe in a world where location is no longer a barrier for diligent, talented people to reach for the success they envision for their future. Our clients range from large enterprises with mega data projects to startups wanting to hire experienced developers. Our core services include: Qualified Professionals On-Demand Translation & Localization Data Labelling & Annotation Our Impact on Numbers: More than 700 jobs offered have been implemented by more than 700 professionals (primarily women and youth). More than 3000 youth and graduates have been trained on skills and tools that enable them to work online and compete in the global market. Her company has reached Global markets such as the US, UK, Swaziland, Germany, Netherlands, and the Gulf region.

Job description

This is a remote position.

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented, analytical, and highly motivated Cybersecurity Specialist to join our IT security team. In this role, you will be responsible for protecting our organization's digital infrastructure and sensitive information from internal and external threats. You will work closely with IT, development, compliance, and risk management teams to ensure the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of our systems and data.

Duties

Monitor networks and systems for security breaches, incidents, and vulnerabilities.
Implement and maintain firewalls, encryption, and other security measures.
Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
Respond to and investigate security incidents, providing detailed reports and mitigation strategies.
Maintain and update security policies, protocols, and procedures in compliance with industry standards.
Provide training and guidance to employees on cybersecurity awareness and best practices.
Collaborate with third-party vendors and consultants on security audits and assessments.
Ensure systems and software are updated with the latest security patches and fixes.
Assist in disaster recovery planning and business continuity efforts.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
Proven experience in a cybersecurity role or related IT security field.
Strong knowledge of security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001) and regulatory compliance (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
Proficiency in security tools such as SIEMs, firewalls, IDS/IPS, antivirus, and endpoint protection platforms.
Hands-on experience with scripting or programming languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash) is a plus.
Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CEH, CompTIA Security+, or CISM preferred.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.