ADVANCED CONCEPTS is an entity within EDGE dedicated to the design and deployment of advanced, innovative technologies. ADVANCED CONCEPTS is fast-tracking the development of high-technology autonomous systems, including three Medium Endurance, High Altitude, fixed-wing unmanned aerial systems, a family of precision loitering munitions, a cost- effective family of cruise missiles, and a range of guided artillery munitions.
Core Accountabilities:
• Monitor and analyze security events and alerts from SIEM, EDR, DLP, and network security tools
• Perform incident detection, triage, investigation, and response in classified environments
• Identify and analyze cyber threats, attack patterns, and suspicious activities
• Conduct threat analysis and correlation across multiple log sources
• Perform vulnerability analysis and support remediation tracking
• Investigate unauthorized access, malware infections, and data exfiltration attempts
• Maintain incident records, reports, and forensic evidence for audit and compliance
• Ensure adherence to NIST SP 800-53 and NIST SP 800-171 standards
• Support tuning and optimization of SIEM use cases and detection rules
• Improve monitoring capabilities and alert accuracy
• Collaborate with IT and other departments to ensure security measures are integrated into projects and operations.
• Provide input to risk assessments and security posture improvements
• Support audits and compliance activities
• Participate in incident response drills and exercises
• Perform other responsibilities and additional duties as assigned in a timely manner.
Qualification / Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in information Security, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 3–5 years in cybersecurity operations, SOC, or incident response
• Hands-on experience with SIEM, EDR/XDR, and log analysis
• Experience in classified or high-security environments preferred
• Understanding of cyber threats, attack vectors, and MITRE ATT&CK
• Knowledge of incident response lifecycle and vulnerability management
• Familiarity with network protocols and security tools
• Familiarity with vulnerability scanning and patch management process.
• Knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 and NIST SP 800-171
• Certifications: Security+, CySA+, CEH, CISSP (preferred)
Launched in November 2019, the UAE’s EDGE is one of the world’s leading advanced technology groups, established to develop agile, bold and disruptive solutions for defence and beyond, and to be a catalyst for change and transformation. It is dedicated to bringing breakthrough innovations, products, and services to market with greater speed and efficiency, to establishing the UAE as a leading global hub for future industries, and to creating clear paths within the sector for the next generation of highly-skilled talent to thrive.
With a focus on the adoption of 4IR technologies, EDGE is driving the development of sovereign capabilities for global export and for the preservation of national security, working with front-line operators, international partners, and adopting advanced technologies such as autonomous capabilities, cyber-physical systems, advanced propulsion systems, robotics and smart materials. EDGE converges R&D, emerging technologies, digital transformation, and commercial market innovations with military capabilities to develop disruptive solutions tailored to the specific requirements of its customers.
Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, capital of the UAE, EDGE consolidates more than 35 entities into six core clusters: EDGE Commercial, Platforms & Systems, Missiles & Weapons, Space & Cyber Technologies, Technology & Innovation, and Homeland Security.
