Cybersecurity Lead - Saudi

Tap Payments; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the fintech sector is seeking a Cybersecurity professional to join their team in Riyadh. The role involves analyzing security alerts, responding to incidents, and conducting vulnerability assessments. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Cybersecurity or Computer Science, with 1-2 years of experience and relevant certifications. Join us to shape the future of payments in MENA.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in cybersecurity or similar function.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ are a plus.
• Strong communication skills in English, with a preference for Arabic.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the analysis of security alerts and investigate possible security incidents.
• Respond promptly to security incidents and breaches.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and manage ongoing risk mitigation efforts.

Skills

Security Operations

Incident Response

Problem Solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

SIEM tools

IDS/IPS systems

Cloud platforms (OCI, AWS, Azure)

Vulnerability management tools

Job description

About Tap

Tap Payments is revolutionizing online payments across the MENA region by connecting businesses with simple, unified payment experiences. We need exceptional talent to help us on this journey.

The Cybersecurity Team

Do you get all excited when you hear terms like vulnerabilityassessment, penetration tests, security verification processes, orintrusion detection? If so; you are in the right place. OurCybersecurity Team spends every waking (and sleeping) minutedetecting security threats before they happen. Join the band andhelp us build ultra-secure payments technology for our customers.

As a Tapster you will:

• Assist in the analysis of security alerts and investigate possible security incidents.
• Respond promptly to security incidents and breaches, including triaging and escalating as needed.
• Support incident investigations and provide recommendations for mitigating risks and preventing recurrence.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and manage ongoing risk mitigation efforts.
• Document security incidents, mitigation efforts, and lessons learned.
• Generate periodic reports on security posture, incidents, and risk assessments for management.
• Collaborate with IT, network, and other departments to ensure alignment on security policies and practices.
• Contribute to internal security awareness programs by educating staff on security best practices.
• Carry out other duties, as assigned based on the demands of the business and growth of the role

What you will bring to the party:

• 1-2 years of experience in a cybersecurity or similarfunction.
• Hands-on experience with security operations tools andmonitoring systems.
• Familiarity with SIEM tools, IDS/IPS systems, and cloudplatforms such as OCI, AWS or Azure.
• Degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a relatedfield.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or CompTIASecurity+ are a plus.
• Basic knowledge of network security concepts, operatingsystems (Linux, Windows), and cloud security.
• Experience with vulnerability management tools and incident response processes.
• Proficiency in analyzing and interpreting logs andsecurity events.
• Strong communication skills in English, with a preferencefor Arabic language ability.
• Ability to establish credibility and build internalrelationships.
• Enthusiasm for working in a dynamic fintechenvironment.
• Problem-solving, quick-thinking, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a team and follow daily tasks.
• Awareness of how your role supports the business’sstrategic goals.
• Skills to actively participate in cross-functional meetingsand initiatives.
• Ability to deliver work on time with attention to detail.
• Understanding client/merchant/stakeholder care and itsimportance in cybersecurity.
• Saudi nationality is a mandatory requirement
  
  

Are you ready to shape the future of payments in MENA?