Specialist IT Security

Etisalat Afghanistan is 100% owned subsidiary of Etisalat UAE. Etisalat is one of the largest telecommunications companies in the world and the leading operator in the Middle East and Africa, headquartered in the UAE.
Etisalat Afghanistan is committed to developing the Afghan national work force as an organizational priority. It’s an equal opportunities employer and will ensure development of Afghan nationals by capacity building and using training facilities.

• Monitor and analyze network traffic, system activities, and security events to detect potential intrusions, attacks, or vulnerabilities.
• Respond to, investigate, and remediate security incidents, ensuring timely resolution and proper escalation where required.
• Perform regular risk assessments, vulnerability assessments, and security audits to identify and mitigate potential risks.
• Conduct penetration testing and security validation exercises to proactively identify weaknesses in systems, applications, and network infrastructure.
• Prepare detailed incident reports, root cause analyses, and recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Manage, maintain, and troubleshoot security infrastructure, including firewalls, VPN (SSL/IPsec), encryption systems, DMZ environments, and endpoint protection solutions.
• Monitor endpoints using EDR and NDR solutions to detect, analyze, and respond to advanced threats.
• Utilize SIEM & SOAR platforms for log monitoring, correlation, and threat detection.
• Monitor and secure Active Directory and identity systems using relevant security tools.
• Administer and support security solutions such as NAC, PAM, and IAM, including daily operations and troubleshooting.
• Integrate network devices and servers (Linux/Windows) with SIEM and other centralized security platforms.
• Collaborate with internal teams and attend technical sessions to ensure alignment of security operations and initiatives.
• Support the implementation and follow-up of cybersecurity projects and initiatives across the organization.
• Promote security awareness by guiding and training staff on cybersecurity best practices.
• Stay updated with the latest cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies to enhance the organization’s security posture.
• Perform any additional tasks assigned by management in line with organizational objectives.

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or a related field, with at least four years of relevant experience preferred.

To apply for this vacancy, please use the following link: https://careers.etisalat.af/ 

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For further information, please contact us via WhatsApp at +93 (0) 788 887 363.