IT Security Specialist📣 Job Ad

About the Opportunity

First Gulf Company is seeking a dedicated IT Security Specialist to join our team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role is essential for maintaining robust enterprise network and security operations, requiring 2-5 years of hands-on experience in the field.

Role Purpose and Focus

The IT Security Specialist will be responsible for managing and enhancing the security posture of our enterprise infrastructure. This position demands practical expertise in Network Access Control (NAC) solutions, specifically Aruba ClearPass, and comprehensive experience with multi-layer firewall environments, including perimeter, extranet, and data center firewalls.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain enterprise security infrastructure across perimeter, extranet, and data center firewall environments.
• Administer Aruba ClearPass NAC for endpoint authentication, device profiling, access control, and policy enforcement.
• Configure and optimize firewall policies, NAT rules, ACLs, VPN access, and security zones.
• Monitor firewall logs, NAC alerts, VPN activity, and security events to detect anomalies and potential threats.
• Implement network segmentation between users, servers, data centers, third-party networks, and internet-facing services.
• Review firewall change requests and enforce access controls based on industry security best practices.
• Support vulnerability remediation, patch management, and system hardening activities.
• Collaborate with network, infrastructure, and application teams to resolve security and connectivity issues.
• Maintain accurate documentation for firewall rules, NAC policies, access control procedures, and audit requirements.

Required Experience and Expertise

Candidates should possess 2-5 years of hands-on experience in enterprise network and security operations. Practical expertise is required in:

• Network Access Control (NAC) solutions, particularly Aruba ClearPass.
• Multi-layer firewall environments, including perimeter, extranet, and data center firewalls.

Preferred Certifications

Relevant certifications are considered a significant advantage, including:

• Aruba ClearPass Associate/Professional
• Fortinet NSE
• Palo Alto PCNSA/PCNSE
• CCNA Security

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. We invite qualified candidates to apply.