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American University of Sharjah

Information Security Specialist | ICT and IT Security

🗓️ Posted 2026-08-21 Sharjah, Sharjah Emirate, United Arab Emirates Full-time Hybrid ICT

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AED 25,000–AED 55,000/mo (AED 300,000–AED 660,000/yr)

Based on similar roles (title + domain + location).

About the Company

The Information Security Specialist , part of the Information Security team in the IT Department, is responsible for supporting the team in protecting computer assets by establishing and enforcing system access controls, providing security incident response, conducting security awareness activities, and maintaining disaster preparedness. This position will significantly enhance the InfoSec team's ability to proactively address evolving security threats and protect the organization's ICT infrastructure and information assets. With the addition of this role, the team will have the capacity to strengthen security operations, improve monitoring capabilities, and effectively implement security measures for both ongoing and upcoming projects, including those involving cloud technologies and new services. This role will enable the team to deliver projects on time, enhance current security controls, and respond swiftly to incidents, minimizing potential risks to the organization. It will also alleviate the workload on existing team members, fostering a more balanced and collaborative work environment. Job Responsibilities Maintain and encourage open and honest business relationships within the team and across AUS. Lead change as AUS continues to adapt to new and exciting ways of delivering ICT services. Build and foster strong working relationships with internal business partners across the organization. Communicate respectfully and in a manner that is clear and well-understood. Prioritize health and safety for yourself and others. Manage a diverse range of tasks while working under tight deadlines. Balance the demands of multiple stakeholders, sometimes with conflicting interests.

Requirements

  • ● Bachelor's degree in related field: Computer Science, Information Technology, Systems Security.
  • ● Minimum of 6 years of experience in an Information Security role within the last 12 years.
  • ● Knowledge of the Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL), with a focus on security administration and IT governance in a multiplatform environment (ITIL certification preferred).
  • ● Experience in establishing cybersecurity and risk metrics for reporting purposes.
  • ● Strong emotional intelligence with demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to engage with multiple stakeholders in a higher education organization.
  • ● Demonstrated management skills, including budget development and administration, policy development and implementation, personnel administration, and staff training and development.
  • ● Proven ability to work with diverse individuals, with effective oral and written communication skills.
  • ● Ability to apply knowledge and experience to achieve enterprise strategy, mitigate external risks, improve internal processes, and deliver business outcomes.
  • ● Strategic Thinking: Ability to balance multiple goals and deadlines while keeping the big picture in mind.
  • ● Facilitation, Negotiation, and Problem Resolution Skills: Ability to build strong networks and relationships at the executive level with technology and solutions teams, customers, and vendor groups.
  • ● Resilience and resourcefulness.
  • ● At least one of the following certifications: Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC), or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
  • ● Four or more of the following certifications:
  • ● (ISC)² SSCP, CCSP, or CCFP
  • ● ISACA Certified Information Security Manager or Auditor
  • ● GIAC Security Management and Leadership or Technical Security Certifications
  • ● EC-Council CEH or EDRP
  • ● Cisco CCNA or CCNP Security
  • ● Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer: Security
  • ● Cloud Security Certifications, such as the Cloud Security Alliance's CCSK or certifications specific to major platforms like AWS or Azure.
  • ● Master's degree preferred.
  • ● Interested applicants should fill out the form.
  • ● AUS alumni are encouraged to apply. Applicants who do not meet specified requirements will not be shortlisted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
  • ● AUS is an equal opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, disability or marital status. Opportunities for employment are based solely upon one's qualifications.