Senior Cyber Security Analyst (Qatari National)

Description

Summary: This hands-on technical cyber security role focuses on detecting, preventing, and responding to cyber risk events, ensuring robust security operations and compliance. Highlights: 1. Serve as part of the Cyber Security team in a technical, hands-on role. 2. Manage and optimize various security solutions, including WAF, IPS, and DLP. 3. Engage in continuous improvement and collaborate across functional teams. ### **General Information** Ref \# 228928 Location Qatar\-Doha Job family Corporate \& Commercial * Closing Date: 2026\-05\-14 ### **Description** **Job Purpose** In this role, you will serve as a part of the Cyber Security team. This role is responsible for detecting, prevent, disrupt, investigate, respond, and recovering from cyber risk events. The role is a hands\-on technical cyber security role with good understanding of Cyber security technical and organizational controls as per industry leading frameworks such as, but not limited to, ISO27001, NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology) PCI\-DSS (Payment Card Industry – Data Security Standard), SOC2Type2\. Responsible to us technical expertise in one or more areas of Security Operations, Cyber Incident Response, Security Testing, Vulnerability assessments or Security Platforms administration to ensure cyber security in Qatar Airways. **Job Responsibilities** 1\. Security Technology Management \& Administration Manage, configure, monitor, and optimize the following security solutions: DDoS Protection Platforms Administration and tuning of enterprise\-grade DDoS systems to ensure service continuity and resilience. Web Application Firewall (WAF) Implementation, policy management, rule tuning, and troubleshooting of WAF platforms. Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) Signature updates, rule configuration, alert analysis, and integration with SOC workflows. Microsoft Purview Administration of compliance, data governance, information protection, insider risk, and auditing capabilities. Application Whitelisting Solutions Policy creation, exception handling, and monitoring of application control technologies. Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Implementation, incident handling, rule fine tuning, and reporting to protect sensitive data. 2\. Operational Excellence \& Issue Resolution Provide expert\-level troubleshooting, ensuring timely resolution of incidents and configuration issues. Perform detailed root\-cause analysis and recommend preventive measures. 3\. Cross\-Functional Collaboration Work with the SOC team on threat detection, triage support, incident validation, and technology integration. Work with Infrastructure teams to coordinate deployments, network dependencies, and change management activities. Work with GRC to align technology controls with compliance frameworks, audits, and governance requirements. 4\. Reporting \& Dashboards Develop, maintain, and enhance dashboards for technology performance, security metrics, incident statistics, and compliance KPIs. Prepare periodic operational, performance, and governance reports for leadership and audit needs. 5\. Continuous Improvement Evaluate emerging threats, new product capabilities, and optimization opportunities. Participate in uplift of security maturity, process improvements, and automation initiatives. ### **Qualification** **About You** Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent without prior experience Experience in one or more of the following areas: Platform Administration: * Security Configuration of network and endpoint security appliances and software * Security Policy Enforcement and compliance monitoring across the organization * Good English communication skills both written and verbal. **About Qatar Airways Group** Our story started with four aircraft. Today, we deliver excellence across 12 different businesses coming together as one. We’ve grown fast, broken records and set trends that others follow. We don’t slow down by the fear of failure. Instead, we dare to achieve what’s never been done before. So, whether you’re creating a unique experience for our customers or innovating behind the scenes, every person contributes to our proud story. A story of spectacular growth and determination. Now is the time to bring your best ideas and passion to a place where your ambition will know no boundaries, and be part of a truly global community. **How to apply** If you’re ready to join a progressive team and have a challenging and rewarding career, then apply now by uploading your CV and completing our quick application form https://aa115\.taleo.net/careersection/QA\_External\_CS/jobapply.ftl?lang\=en\&job\=228928