Cyber Security Engineering Lead

Nawy

. Define and maintain the organization's security architecture roadmap across cloud and on-premises environments.

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeCairo • EgyptSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in security architecture and engineering, with a strong focus on implementing and managing security technologies across cloud and on-premises environments. Proficient in conducting security assessments, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with relevant security frameworks and regulations.

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Security ArchitectureCloud Security (AWS, GCP)Vulnerability ManagementEDR, SASE, WAF ImplementationCISSP, CCSP, AWS Security Specialty

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Hard Skills

Information Security EngineeringSecurity ArchitectureNetwork SecurityEndpoint SecurityZero-Trust ArchitecturesTechnical Risk AssessmentsSecurity Standards DevelopmentSecurity Metrics MonitoringIncident InvestigationThreat Modeling

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication Skills

Tools & Technologies

SASEEDRWAFNGFWIAMVulnerability Management PlatformsCentralized LoggingSecurity TelemetryMonitoring PlatformsSecurity Technology Vendors

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPCCSPAWS Security SpecialtyAZ-500GIAC

Industry Keywords

ISO 27001NIST Cybersecurity FrameworkCIS ControlsCybersecurity RegulationsRisk ManagementData Protection RegulationsFRA RequirementsDIFC Regulatory Frameworks

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudCyber SecurityFirewallsGoogle Cloud Platform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and maintain the organization's security architecture roadmap across cloud and on-premises environments.
Lead the evaluation, implementation, and management of security technologies including SASE, EDR, WAF, firewalls, vulnerability management, and identity security solutions.
Develop and maintain security standards, baselines, and hardening guidelines for infrastructure, endpoints, applications, and cloud platforms.
Lead technical security reviews and architecture assessments for new projects, products, and infrastructure changes.
Drive secure-by-design and security-by-default practices throughout the technology lifecycle.
Oversee vulnerability management processes and coordinate remediation activities with technology teams.
Partner with engineering and infrastructure teams to implement security controls and reduce organizational risk.
Ensure centralized logging and security telemetry are integrated with monitoring and detection platforms.
Conduct security assessments and support threat modeling activities for critical business initiatives.
Manage relationships with security technology vendors and service providers.
Contribute to incident investigations and provide technical expertise during major security incidents.
Establish and monitor security engineering metrics to measure the effectiveness of implemented controls.

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 6 years of experience in information security engineering, security architecture, or infrastructure security roles.
Strong experience implementing and managing security technologies such as EDR, SASE, WAF, NGFW, IAM, and vulnerability management platforms.
Experience securing cloud environments, particularly AWS and Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
Strong understanding of network security, cloud security, endpoint security, and zero-trust architectures.
Familiarity with security frameworks and standards including ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and CIS Controls.
Experience performing security architecture reviews and technical risk assessments.
Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, AWS Security Specialty, AZ-500, GIAC, or equivalent are preferred.
Familiarity with cybersecurity, risk, and data protection regulations in Egypt, including FRA requirements, and relevant DIFC regulatory frameworks.
University/college degree in a relevant professional field.
Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken.