16 Threat Modeling jobs in Kuwait

• Conducting IT and security audits: Lead and perform comprehensive IT security audits to evaluate the effectiveness of an organization's information security controls and measures. This involves assessing security policies, procedures, systems, and practices.
• Risk assessment: Identify and analyze potential security risks and vulnerabilities within an organization's information systems. Develop risk mitigation strategies, recommend remediation plans, and implement necessary controls to minimize risks.
• Compliance monitoring: Ensure that the organization complies with relevant security regulations, standards, and best practices such as ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, etc. Keep track of regulatory changes and update security policies and procedures accordingly.
• Security incident response: Develop and implement incident response plans to address and resolve security breaches, incidents, or violations. Conduct forensic investigations, collect evidence, and provide reports on the findings.
• Security awareness and training: Develop and deliver security awareness programs and training sessions to educate employees about information security policies, procedures, and best practices. Promote a culture of security awareness and help create a cybersecurity-conscious workforce.
• Security controls evaluation: Evaluate the implementation and effectiveness of security controls such as access controls, encryption mechanisms, firewall configurations, intrusion detection systems, and other security technologies. Identify gaps or weaknesses and recommend improvements.
• Security documentation and reporting: Prepare detailed audit reports, documenting findings, recommendations, and remediation plans. Maintain accurate audit records and ensure compliance with documentation standards.
• Continuous improvement: Stay updated with the latest trends, technologies, and practices in information security. Continuously improve auditing methodologies, tools, and frameworks to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the audit process.
• Team leadership and collaboration: Provide guidance, support, and mentorship to junior auditors.
• Communication and stakeholder management: Effectively communicate audit findings, risks, and recommendations to results.

Job Requirements:

• Relevant University Degree in Information Security or Information Technology.
• Professional Qualifications in Information Security.
• Minimum 5 Years of Experience in IT audit or Information Security Audit.
• Have a Valid Transferrable Visa in Kuwait.

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Job Duties Include But Are Not Limited To

We are currently seeking a mid-level, knowledgeable IT Security Specialist to join our IT team.

The candidate will be responsible for implementing and maintaining cybersecurity measures to protect our company's networks, systems, and data from potential threats.

• Identify and fix vulnerabilities within existing security systems.
• Develop organization-wide security measures.
• Document known security breaches and vulnerabilities.
• Maintain security policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks and industry standards.
• Monitor and analyze security events and incidents to identify and respond to potential threats promptly.
• Perform penetration tests to assess potential security problems.
• Stay up to date with the latest threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies to mitigate emerging risks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security measures into the development of new systems and applications.
• Scan and discover network and system vulnerabilities using various tools, and perform penetration testing when required.
• Maintain documentation and reports related to cybersecurity incidents, actions taken, and compliance requirements.
• Perform configuration reviews for security systems like firewalls and Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR).
• Establish relationships with external cybersecurity partners, vendors, and service providers.
• Plan incident response activities, including investigating security breaches and recommending corrective actions.
• Participate in the change management process.
  
  

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Experience: 3 to 4 years of experience in an IT security role.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with team members and stakeholders at all levels.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical, troubleshooting, performance tuning, and debugging skills.
• Time Management: Effective time management and organizational skills to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to align solution deliverables with the organization's goals.
  
  

• Network Security: Understanding of network architecture, including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems.
• Operating System Administration: Proficiency in securing Windows, Linux, and macOS.
• Penetration Testing: Experience in identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities to improve security measures.
• Programming Languages: Familiarity with Python, C++, Java, and scripting languages like PowerShell.
• Encryption Techniques: Knowledge of implementing and managing encryption for data protection.
• Software Configuration: Proficiency in configuring and managing security software (anti-virus, anti-malware).
• Cyber Operations: Knowledge of cyber operations and strategies to defend against threats.

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Information Technology
• Industries Dairy Product Manufacturing

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Job Duties Include But Are Not Limited To:

We are currently seeking a mid-level, knowledgeable IT Security Specialist to join our IT team.

The candidate will be responsible for implementing and maintaining cybersecurity measures to protect our company's networks, systems, and data from potential threats.

1. Identify and fix vulnerabilities within existing security systems.
2. Develop organization-wide security measures.
3. Document known security breaches and vulnerabilities.
4. Maintain security policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks and industry standards.
5. Monitor and analyze security events and incidents to identify and respond to potential threats promptly.
6. Perform penetration tests to assess potential security problems.
7. Stay up to date with the latest threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies to mitigate emerging risks.
8. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security measures into the development of new systems and applications.
9. Scan and discover network and system vulnerabilities using various tools, and perform penetration testing when required.
10. Maintain documentation and reports related to cybersecurity incidents, actions taken, and compliance requirements.
11. Perform configuration reviews for security systems like firewalls and Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR).
12. Establish relationships with external cybersecurity partners, vendors, and service providers.
13. Plan incident response activities, including investigating security breaches and recommending corrective actions.
14. Participate in the change management process.

Required Qualification:

1. Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
2. Experience: 3 to 4 years of experience in an IT security role.
3. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with team members and stakeholders at all levels.
4. Analytical Skills: Strong analytical, troubleshooting, performance tuning, and debugging skills.
5. Time Management: Effective time management and organizational skills to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
6. Strategic Thinking: Ability to align solution deliverables with the organization's goals.

Required Professional Skills:

1. Network Security: Understanding of network architecture, including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems.
2. Operating System Administration: Proficiency in securing Windows, Linux, and macOS.
3. Penetration Testing: Experience in identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities to improve security measures.
4. Programming Languages: Familiarity with Python, C++, Java, and scripting languages like PowerShell.
5. Encryption Techniques: Knowledge of implementing and managing encryption for data protection.
6. Software Configuration: Proficiency in configuring and managing security software (anti-virus, anti-malware).
7. Cyber Operations: Knowledge of cyber operations and strategies to defend against threats.