Cybersecurity Manager - Metro

Egis; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Egis in Riyadh is seeking a senior cybersecurity leader to manage operational tasks for account administration, incident response, and cyber defense technologies across project information systems and applications. You will coordinate with suppliers to implement secure solutions, lead security operations, and drive effective security programs.

This role requires 15+ years in cybersecurity with at least 5 in leadership, advanced knowledge of network security, threat analysis, and incident

Qualifications

• 15+ years of professional cybersecurity experience.
• At least 5 years in a senior or leadership role.
• Advanced knowledge of network security, threat analysis, and incident response.
• Proficient with firewalls, SIEM, and intrusion detection systems.
• Strong security protocols, vulnerability management, and risk assessment.
• Experience with audits, compliance frameworks, and regulatory requirements.
• Expertise in firewall configuration, network segmentation, and access control.
• Analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Strong security documentation and report writing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operational tasks for account administration, eDiscovery, incident response, and policy assistance.
• Coordinate with suppliers to develop technical security solutions and implement secure protections.
• Develop, maintain, and audit major computer security systems.
• Maintain confidentiality, integrity, and availability of workstations, servers, and LANs.
• Ensure secure operations of security equipment and cryptographic methods.
• Mitigate threats and vulnerabilities affecting corporate and client data.
• Provide technical support, training, and data recovery to end-users.
• Oversee investigation of security incidents and assist cybersecurity initiatives.
• Conduct protection operations and create vulnerability assessment tools.
• Represent cybersecurity interests on project teams and committees.
• Oversee client/server/infrastructure security procedures.

Skills

Network security

Threat analysis

Incident response

Security tools

Firewalls

SIEM

IDS

Security protocols

Vulnerability management

Risk assessment

Auditing

Compliance frameworks

Regulatory requirements

Firewall configuration

Network segmentation

Access control

Analytical skills

Project management

Technical writing

Cloud security

Hybrid security

Penetration testing

Ethical hacking

Forensics

Malware analysis

Middle East security

Saudi compliance

Education

CISSP

CEH

CCNA Security

Tools

Firewall platforms

SIEM platforms

IDS/IPS

Encryption tools

Forensics tools

Malware analysis tools

Cloud security tools

Penetration testing tools

Job description

About the Role

• Responsible for the operational tasks for account administration, eDiscovery, incident response, waiver/policy assistance, and implementation of cyber security/protection technologies for the Project information and process systems/applications.
• Acts as contact with suppliers to develop technical solutions for computer security needs and makes recommendations to management.
• Develops, maintains, and audits the analytical and technical aspects of major computer security systems.
• Maintains the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of computer workstations, servers, and local area networks by maintaining user accounts and upgrading systems and software as required.
• Responsible for secure operations of security equipment, secure transmission of sensitive unclassified information and protection of cryptographic principles and methods.
• Mitigates threats and vulnerabilities that are associated with potentially compromising corporate and client data.
• Provides technical support, training, and timely computer system data recovery to end-users.
• Oversees the investigation of computer security incidents and acts as an assistant for cyber security initiatives.
• Conducts operations of computer protection measures and creates measurement tools for system vulnerability assessments.
• Serves on project teams and internal committees to represent cyber security interests.
• Oversee the client/server/infrastructure group on appropriate procedures for computer/system security.

What do we need from you

Required Skills and Experience:

• 15+ years of professional experience in cybersecurity roles, with at least 5years in a senior or leadership capacity
• Advanced knowledge of network security, threat analysis, and incident response procedures
• Proficiency with security tools and platforms, including firewalls, SIEM systems, and intrusion detection systems
• Strong understanding of security protocols, vulnerability management, and risk assessment methodologies
• Experience with security auditing, compliance frameworks, and regulatory requirements
• Demonstrated expertise in firewall configuration, network segmentation, and access control implementation
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make decisive security decisions
• Strong organizational and project management capabilities
• Proficiency in security documentation and technical report writing

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Experience with cloud security platforms and hybrid security architectures
• Knowledge of penetration testing and ethical hacking methodologies
• Familiarity with security information and event management (SIEM) tools
• Understanding of encryption technologies and data protection mechanisms
• Experience with digital forensics and malware analysis
• Knowledge of cybersecurity requirements specific to the Middle East region
• Familiarity with local Saudi Arabian compliance standards and regulations

Certifications and Domain Expertise:

• CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) or equivalent certification preferred
• CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker) or similar advanced security certification
• CCNA Security or comparable networking security certification
• Domain expertise in enterprise security, information security management, and risk management