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We’re looking for a motivated and technically curious Remote Junior DevSecOps Analyst to join our growing technology and cybersecurity team.
In this role, you’ll help integrate security practices into software development and deployment workflows. You’ll work with developers, IT engineers, and security professionals to identify vulnerabilities, review code and configuration issues, and help ensure that applications and infrastructure are built and maintained securely.
This opportunity is ideal for recent graduates, career changers, aspiring software professionals, and individuals interested in cloud security, automation, and application protection. Previous professional cybersecurity experience is not required.
**Location:** Fully remote, with Dubai and UAE-based applicants welcome, subject to employment eligibility.
**Salary:** AED 10,000–14,000 per month, depending on skills and qualifications.
**Employment type:** Full-time, permanent.
## Key Responsibilities
- Assist with incorporating security checks into software development and deployment workflows.
- Help review vulnerability scan results and track remediation activities.
- Support basic security reviews of application code, dependencies, and configuration files.
- Assist with identifying outdated software packages and potentially vulnerable dependencies.
- Help maintain secure configuration standards for development and test environments.
- Collaborate with developers to understand and address common application security issues.
- Support the monitoring and improvement of automated security testing processes.
- Help document security findings, recommendations, and remediation steps.
- Learn and apply secure coding principles and DevSecOps best practices.
- Stay informed about emerging application security threats and development tools.
## Candidate Requirements
- A genuine interest in cybersecurity, software development, automation, or cloud technologies.
- Basic understanding of programming concepts or scripting.
- Familiarity with software development fundamentals, version control, or command-line tools.
- Basic knowledge of common security risks, such as weak authentication, exposed secrets, and vulnerable dependencies.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Good communication and documentation abilities.
- Willingness to learn new tools, workflows, and security practices.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with a remote team.
The following are helpful but not mandatory:
- A degree or diploma in computer science, software engineering, IT, or cybersecurity.
- Basic familiarity with Python, JavaScript, Java, or another programming language.
- Exposure to Git, GitHub, GitLab, or similar version control platforms.
- Introductory knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, Docker, or cloud platforms.
- Familiarity with tools such as OWASP ZAP, dependency scanners, or static application security testing tools.
- Knowledge of OWASP Top 10 or secure software development principles.
- Personal coding projects, home labs, online courses, or introductory cybersecurity certifications.
**No previous professional DevSecOps experience is required.** Candidates with foundational technical skills and a strong willingness to learn are encouraged to apply.
## What We Offer
- Fully remote working arrangements.
- Proposed monthly salary of AED 10,000–14,000.
- Guidance and mentorship from experienced software and cybersecurity professionals.
- Hands-on learning opportunities involving secure development workflows.
- Access to training and relevant professional development opportunities.
- Collaboration with development, cloud infrastructure, and security teams.
- Potential career progression into DevSecOps Engineer, Application Security Analyst, Cloud Security Engineer, or Software Security Engineer roles.
- A supportive environment that encourages technical growth and continuous learning.
## Our Ideal Candidate
You enjoy understanding how software works and finding ways to make it more secure. You may be a recent graduate, a junior developer interested in security, an IT professional looking to specialize, or someone building technical skills through independent projects.
We value curiosity, attention to detail, practical problem-solving, and a willingness to learn more than extensive professional experience.
If you’re ready to combine software development and cybersecurity in a growing technical career, we encourage you to apply.
**Work arrangement:** Fully remote, subject to UAE employment and location requirements.
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