Cybersecurity Engineer

Managed Services; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Managed Services is looking for an entry-level Cybersecurity Engineer in the Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia. The role offers opportunities across Governance, Risk & Compliance, Penetration Testing, and SOC activities. Ideal for recent graduates, this position will allow you to assist in policy development, vulnerability assessments, and incident monitoring.

The successful candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or a related field, and a basic understanding of cybersecurity principles. Preferred skills include exposure to SIEM tools and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field is required.
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity tools and frameworks.
• Familiarity with scripting languages like Python or Bash.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing cybersecurity policies and procedures.
• Participate in vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
• Monitor security alerts and assist in incident response.

Skills

Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles

Familiarity with networking

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Wireshark

Nessus

Burp Suite

Splunk

Job description

Job Summary:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Cybersecurity Engineer to join our growing security team. This entry-level role is ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals passionate about cybersecurity. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to explore and grow in various domains including Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC), Penetration Testing, and Security Operations Center (SOC) activities.

Key Responsibilities:

Depending on the track assigned, responsibilities may include:

GRC Track:

• Assist in developing and maintaining cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures.
• Supportrisk assessments and compliance audits (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, ECC).
• Help track remediation efforts and ensure alignment with regulatory requirements.

Penetration Testing Track:

• Participate in vulnerability assessments and penetration testing of networks, applications, and systems.
• Document findings and assist in developing mitigation strategies.
• Stay updated with the latest exploits, tools, and techniques.

SOC Track:

• Monitor security alerts and events using SIEM tools.
• Assist in incident response and investigation.
• Perform log analysis and threat hunting under supervision.

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.

• Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles, tools, and frameworks.
• Familiarity with networking, operating systems, and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Preferred Skills:

• Internships or academic projects in cybersecurity.
• Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CEH, or equivalent.
• Exposure to tools like Wireshark, Nessus, Burp Suite, or Splunk.