Cyber Security Manager

PayLink; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

PayLink, a Saudi electronic payments provider, is seeking a Cyber Security Manager for an on-site role based in Al Khobar or Makkah. You will lead security design, implement policies, and drive continuous improvements across applications, networks, and information systems to protect digital payments platforms.

Responsibilities include security monitoring, incident response, risk assessments, and coordinating remediation with technical teams, while ensuring regulatory compliance and reporting to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or equivalent are preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in security operations, incident response, and compliance in fintech or financial services.
• Experience designing and implementing security frameworks and policies.
• Experience securing networks, managing firewalls, and threat monitoring.
• Knowledge of secure SDLC practices and application security.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead security projects and mentor team members.
• Experience with regulatory requirements and reporting to senior leadership.
• More than 5 years in a licensed Saudi entity.

Responsibilities

• Oversee security monitoring and incident response.
• Conduct regular risk and vulnerability assessments.
• Coordinate remediation with technical teams.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and industry best practices.
• Lead security awareness initiatives for employees.
• Prepare reports and metrics for senior leadership.
• Evaluate and select new security tools and technologies.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Information Security

Network Security

App Security

Vulnerability Assessment

Regulatory Compliance

Incident Response

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field

Tools

Security scanning tools

Firewalls management

Job description

Company Description

PayLink is a Saudi electronic payment gateway created and operated by local talent to simplify digital payments for merchants, government entities, and companies. The organization is aligned with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, supporting the rapid shift from traditional commerce to e-commerce. PayLink focuses on secure, user-friendly payment solutions that help businesses modernize and scale. The company operates under the supervision and regulation of the Saudi Central Bank, ensuring compliance with national financial and security standards.

Role Description

The Cyber Security Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Al Khobar or Makkah, responsible for safeguarding PayLink’s digital payment platforms and internal technology environment. This role oversees the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of security policies, procedures, and controls across applications, networks, and information systems. Daily activities include managing security monitoring and incident response, conducting regular risk and vulnerability assessments, and coordinating remediation efforts with technical teams. The Cyber Security Manager collaborates with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices, leads security awareness initiatives for employees, and prepares reports and metrics for senior leadership. The role also involves evaluating new security tools and technologies to strengthen the company’s overall security posture.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Cybersecurity and Information Security skills, with experience designing and implementing security frameworks and policies.
• Candidates should possess Network Security skills, including securing network infrastructure, managing firewalls, and monitoring for threats and anomalies.
• Candidates should possess Application Security skills, including secure software development practices, code reviews, and protection of web and mobile applications.
• Candidates should possess Vulnerability Assessment skills, including risk analysis, use of scanning tools, and coordination of remediation activities.
• Relevant qualifications such as a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or equivalent are preferred.
• Proven experience in managing security operations, incident response, and compliance in financial services or fintech environments.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with technical and non-technical teams.
• Ability to lead security projects, mentor team members, and adapt to evolving security threats and regulatory requirements.
• Should have more than 5 years in a license Saudi Entity