Cloud Security SecOps Specialist

PwC Middle East; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent consulting firm in Riyadh is seeking a Cloud Security Specialist to enhance cloud security solutions. The ideal candidate will implement and manage security tools while collaborating with incident response teams. Proficiency in Microsoft 365 Security and experience with Google Security tools are essential. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, relevant certifications, and a strong analytical mindset. This position offers opportunities to shape cloud security in diverse environments.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with cloud security tools required.
• Proficient in written and spoken English, Arabic is a plus.
• Relevant certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and respond to security alerts across multi-cloud platforms.
• Support IAM implementation and collaborate on incident response.
• Develop and enforce cloud security policies and improve security posture.

Skills

Experience with Microsoft 365 Security Suite

Experience with Google Security tools

Understanding of cloud environments

Familiarity with security frameworks

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Microsoft Security certifications

Google Cloud Associate Engineer

Job description

Established in the region for 40 years, PwC has around 12,000 people in 12 countries across the region: Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, the Palestinian territories, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.

Our regional team operates across the Middle East bringing international experience delivered within the context of the region and its culture. We can bring the collective knowledge and experience of more than 370,000 people across the entire global PwC network in advisory, assurance and tax to help you find the value you are looking for.

This role is ideal for candidates experience in cloud security who are passionate about safeguarding cloud-based environments and applications. The successful candidate will assist in implementing, managing, and optimizing cloud security solutions, focusing on tools such as Microsoft 365 Security, Google Security & Identity platforms.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Monitor, analyze, and respond to security alerts across multi-cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) using tools such as Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, and Google Security Command Center.
• Support identity and access management (IAM) implementation, including Zero Trust and Identity Governance practices for regulated sectors.
• Collaborate with PwC’s Managed Cyber Defense and SOC teams on incident response and threat remediation activities.
• Assist in developing and enforcing cloud security policies aligned with regional frameworks (NCA ECC/CCC, SAMA CSF, UAE ISR).
• Contribute to configuration and deployment of cloud-native security controls aligned with CIS, NIST, and ISO 27001 standards.
• Prepare technical and client-facing reports, dashboards, and recommendations to improve cloud security posture.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to integrate security-by-design into client cloud transformation initiatives.

Expected Skills:

• Hands‑on experience with cloud security tools, particularly Microsoft 365 Security Suite, including Defender for Identity, Advanced Threat Protection, and Compliance tools.
• Google Security, including Google’s Chronicle Detection Language (YARA‑L and UDM Query Language).
• Understanding of cloud environments and technologies such as Azure AD, Google Workspace, and Microsoft 365.
• Familiarity with security frameworks like ISO 27017, NCA, CIS Benchmarks, and NIST.
• Basic knowledge of incident response processes and risk management in cloud environments.
• Awareness of Zero Trust, DevSecOps, and automation in cloud environments.
• Foundational understanding of network security and secure configurations.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team‑oriented environment.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey technical findings to diverse audiences.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new cloud security technologies and frameworks.

Expected Competencies:

• Leadership
• Strategic mindset
• Stakeholder managementAbility to influence
• Communicate with impact
• Project management
• Results driven
• Drive organizational excellence

Required Language Skills:

Proficient in written and spoken English. Arabic is a plus.

Minimum Education and Specific Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals (SC‑900) or Google Cloud Associate Engineer (preferred).
• Knowledge or awareness of NCA CCC/CCSP, SAMA CSF, or UAE ISR frameworks is advantageous.