Security Engineer | Information Security BU | CIO | October 2026

At MCB, our ambitions have no borders. As a Security Engineer in Technology & Digital, you'll help build the platforms and tools that power secure, seamless banking, helping customers and colleagues go further.

We are on the lookout for:

Job vacancies: Security Engineer

As a Security Engineer, you will play a critical role in safeguarding the organization's IT infrastructure against cyber threats.

In this role you will,

• Collaborate with internal technology and systems teams, network teams, and other stakeholders to support cybersecurity initiatives as required;
• Design, implement, manage and support security solutions and technologies, including cloud-based platforms and SIEM systems;
• Develop standards operating procedures, and guidelines aligned with industry frameworks;
• Document all key processes, lessons learned, and find possible efficiency gains in processes;
• Assist incident response, including detecting, analyzing, and mitigating security incidents;
• Keep up to date with the latest cybersecurity threats, AI/ML-driven security tools, industry trends, and best practices;
• Provide technical expertise and support for Security solutions, including integrations and scanning of the software, hardware, network/firewall and cloud-based solutions;
• Assist risk assessments and conduct vulnerability scans to identify and prioritize security risks;
• Technical assessments of systems and applications to ensure compliance with policy, standards, and regulations such as GDPR and PCI.

To succeed, you will be required to demonstrate the following competencies:

• Assesses complex issues from multiple angles in order to get the complete picture;
• Embraces ambiguity and change, helping the workgroup adapt and remain productive;
• Anticipates how advancing technologies will create new competition and considers how to respond;
• Demonstrates composure and professionalism under difficult circumstances;
• Holds self accountable for complying with policies, procedures, and work requirements;
• Learns quickly when facing new situations;
• Begins to build relationships across a variety of functions and areas;
• Creates flexibility in the organization that is needed to respond to varied stakeholder needs.

We are looking for candidates who have a minimum of:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or any IT related field;
• 3 years’ working experience in a similar position or in an IT related field;
• Technical Cybersecurity Certification through one of the recognized bodies, with preference for CISSP, CEH, CompTIA Security+, or SANS GIAC; or vendor specific certifications.

OR

• An advanced Diploma in Cybersecurity or any IT related field;
• 4 years’ working experience in a similar position or in an IT related field;

A combination of education, certification or experience will also be considered.

You will be required to demonstrate:

• Hands-on experience with security tools like Firewall, IPS, SIEM (e.g., Splunk, QRadar), NextGen AV (e.g., CrowdStrike, SentinelOne), EDR, and penetration testing tools (e.g., Nessus, Burp Suite);
• In-depth understanding of common network protocols, operating systems, and application architectures;
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze and interpret security assessment reports;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams;
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment;
• Knowledge of security frameworks and standards such as NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27001, and PCI DSS;
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation and customization of vulnerability management processes is a plus;
• Strong skills with VMware, Microsoft, Linux and Networking preferred;
• Familiarity with cloud security (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and DevSecOps practices is a plus;
• Data Center experience is strongly preferred but not required.

Should this opportunity match your career aspirations, skills and competencies, click on ‘Apply’ to complete your online application.

Please ensure all required information is accurately entered in relevant sections. Any incomplete application will not be considered. Kindly attach a complete CV when applying.

As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to provide a valid Certificate of Character of less than 3 months and two professional references.

The deadline for submission of application is 19 October 2026.

The Management reserves the right not to appoint anyone following this advert.