IT Security Operations Specialist – DevSecOps - Information Technology and Services Dubai, UAE Job Vacancy in UAE Dubai
Dubai, UAE
Dicetek is seeking a highly skilled IT Security Operations Specialist with DevSecOps expertise to join our digital banking team in Dubai. This role focuses on integrating security within CI/CD pipelines, ensuring secure, compliant, and resilient digital banking services.
Job Location: Dubai, UAE
Industry: Information Technology and Services
Function: Cybersecurity
Salary: 18000–22000 AED monthly (Market estimated)
Job Type: Full-time
Job Overview
You will collaborate across engineering, DevOps, and compliance teams to embed security controls throughout the software development lifecycle. This position requires strong technical knowledge of cloud security, automation tools, regulatory frameworks, and secure coding practices in financial environments.
Key Responsibilities
* Implement security controls and monitoring solutions within CI/CD pipelines for banking applications
* Perform threat modeling, vulnerability assessments, and risk evaluations for cloud-native environments
* Integrate security testing tools such as Fortify, Checkmarx, and SonarQube into automated workflows
* Develop secure infrastructure using tools like Terraform, Ansible, and Kubernetes
* Collaborate with DevOps teams to enforce identity and access management (IAM), encryption, and secure configurations
* Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks including FFIEC, SOX, and relevant local data protection laws
* Monitor for security events and respond to incidents with root cause analysis and remediation plans
* Document policies, procedures, and risk assessments related to DevSecOps processes
* Support audit readiness and security governance for digital banking platforms
Job Requirements
Education and Certifications
* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field
* Security certifications such as CISSP, OSCP, GWAPT, or CCSK preferred
Experience
* Minimum 5 years in IT security with at least 2 years in a DevSecOps role within banking or financial services
* Demonstrated experience with infrastructure as code (Terraform, Ansible, Chef)
* Familiarity with container security, IAM, and cloud-native architecture
Skills
* Strong knowledge of secure software development lifecycle (SSDLC)
* Experience with regulatory compliance for digital banking platforms
* Excellent troubleshooting and analytical thinking
* Ability to communicate complex security concepts to technical and business teams
What We Offer
* Competitive tax-free salary and benefits
* Work in a rapidly growing digital banking environment
* Exposure to cloud-native DevSecOps and automation technologies
* Collaborative and innovation-driven team culture
About the Company
Dicetek is a global IT services company headquartered in Dubai, specializing in technology consulting, digital transformation, cybersecurity, and managed services. With a strong presence in the financial sector, Dicetek empowers leading enterprises with secure, scalable, and efficient solutions tailored to their mission-critical needs.