Penetration Test Analyst at QatarEnergy | Cybersecurity Jobs in Qatar
Job Description
Summary
Join QatarEnergy as a Penetration Test Analyst, leading offensive red teaming and cybersecurity initiatives within QatarEnergy’s IT and OT environments. This role involves advanced penetration testing, threat hunting, vulnerability scanning, and security assurance to protect critical energy infrastructure. If you have strong expertise in cybersecurity, incident management, malware analysis, and cloud technologies, and want to contribute to safeguarding one of the region’s leading energy companies, this opportunity in Qatar is for you.
Job Details at a Glance
| Job Title | Penetration Test Analyst – Cybersecurity Specialist |
|---|---|
| Company | QatarEnergy |
| Location | Qatar, Doha |
| Experience Required | 10+ years in Information Security (5+ years in Penetration Testing) |
| Education | Bachelor’s in Information Security, Computer Science, or Systems Engineering |
| Shift | Full-time |
| Key Skills & Tools | Red Teaming, Threat Hunting, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Malware Analysis, Wireshark, Cloud Security (AWS, Azure, GCP), ITIL, COBIT |
Key Responsibilities
- Lead QatarEnergy’s Offensive Red Team activities across IT and OT environments.
- Conduct comprehensive threat hunting, penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and security assurance activities.
- Provide technical oversight and guidance on cyber incident management, malware management, and vulnerability remediation.
- Supervise and coordinate with engineers and external consultants to build and manage QatarEnergy’s SOC Red Team functions.
- Oversee the execution of incident management programs, ensuring rapid response and resolution.
- Analyze network protocols, client-server applications, and multi-tier web applications to identify and mitigate security threats.
- Manage cloud security initiatives involving AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, and other cloud services.
- Maintain compliance with IT governance frameworks like ITIL and COBIT.
- Stay updated with the latest cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies.
Required Skills and Experience
- Deep knowledge of cybersecurity incident management, malware analysis, and vulnerability management.
- Expertise in penetration testing techniques, forensic analysis, and protocol analysis (Wireshark, NetWitness).
- Experience working with large ICS and ICT environments, preferably in the Energy sector.
- Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, Ethernet) and threat landscapes (APT, cybercrime).
- Proficient in cloud security platforms including AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud.
- Solid system administration skills across Windows, Unix, and multiple operating systems.
- Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, OSCE, GCIH, GIAC, CHFI, or equivalent are essential.
- Ability to remain professional and effective under stressful situations.
Educational Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related technical field.
- Over 10 years of technical experience in Information Security, with a minimum of 5 years specifically in penetration testing or offensive security.
Apply Now
Are you ready to advance your cybersecurity career with QatarEnergy? Apply today to become a Penetration Test Analyst and play a critical role in securing Qatar’s energy future.