Cyber Security Engineer

RMG | مجموعة ريناد المجد (لتقنية المعلومات); Jizan; On-site; SAR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A cybersecurity firm in Jizan is seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Engineer to enhance its defense strategy. The ideal candidate will be responsible for monitoring and analyzing cyber threats, investigating security incidents, and developing proactive methodologies to identify vulnerabilities. With a minimum of 5 years in the cybersecurity field and a relevant Bachelor's degree, the candidate should possess industry certifications like CompTIA Security+ or (ISC)² SSCP. Fluent Arabic and English are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in cybersecurity threat monitoring, analysis, and incident response.
• Possession of a recognized industry certification such as CompTIA Security+ or (ISC)² SSCP.
• Strong understanding of network protocols, firewall configurations, and operating system security.

Responsibilities

• Continuously monitor and analyze cyber threats using advanced SIEM tools.
• Investigate security alerts and lead incident response activities.
• Develop and refine threat-hunting methodologies.

Skills

Cybersecurity threat monitoring

Incident response

SIEM platforms

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Fluency in Arabic

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Security Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology

Tools

Splunk

QRadar

ArcSight

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a vigilant and experienced Cybersecurity Engineer to join our team. In this critical role, you will be on the front lines of our defense strategy, responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and responding to sophisticated cyber threats. You will play a key part in protecting our organization's digital assets and ensuring the integrity of our information systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Continuously monitor and analyze cyber threats using advanced Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools and other technologies.
• Investigate security alerts, perform root cause analysis, and lead incident response activities to mitigate active threats.
• Develop and refine threat-hunting methodologies to proactively identify indicators of compromise (IOCs) and potential vulnerabilities.
• Analyze malware, attack patterns, and tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) used by threat actors.
• Generate detailed reports on security incidents, threat intelligence, and overall security posture for management.
• Collaborate with the IT team to implement and enhance security controls, policies, and procedures.
• Stay current with the latest cybersecurity trends, threats, and defense technologies.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Security Engineering, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a directly related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in cybersecurity threat monitoring, analysis, and incident response.
• Certifications (Mandatory): Possession of a recognized industry certification such as CompTIA Security+ or (ISC)² SSCP.
• Core Skills:
• Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, QRadar, ArcSight), IDS/IPS, and endpoint detection tools.
• Strong understanding of network protocols, firewall configurations, and operating system security.
• Proficiency in analyzing logs and network traffic to identify malicious activity.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
• Ability to work under pressure during security incidents.
• Fluency in Arabic and English.