Cybersecurity Specialist Senior - Metro

Egis; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Egis in Riyadh is seeking a senior cybersecurity leader to oversee operational security tasks for project information systems and to coordinate with suppliers on technical security solutions. You will develop, maintain, and audit major security systems while protecting data confidentiality, integrity, and availability across networks and endpoints.

The role demands 15+ years in cybersecurity with leadership experience, proficiency in firewalls, SIEM, IDS, risk management, and regulatory

Qualifications

• 15+ years in cybersecurity with at least 5 years in a senior/leadership role.
• Advanced knowledge of network security, threat analysis and incident response.
• Proficiency with security tools including firewalls, SIEM and IDS.
• Strong risk assessment, vulnerability management and security auditing experience.
• Excellent analytical, decision-making and project management skills.
• Security documentation and technical reporting proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operational tasks for account administration and cyber security implementations for project information systems.
• Coordinate with suppliers to develop technical security solutions.
• Develop, maintain and audit major computer security systems.
• Maintain confidentiality, integrity and availability of networks and workstations.
• Ensure secure operations of security equipment and cryptographic methods.
• Mitigate threats and vulnerabilities affecting corporate and client data.
• Provide technical support and timely data recovery to end-users.
• Lead investigations of security incidents and support cyber security initiatives.
• Operate security measures and create vulnerability assessment tools.
• Represent cyber security on project teams and committees.
• Oversee client/server/infrastructure security procedures.

Skills

Cybersecurity leadership

Network security

Threat analysis

Incident response

Firewall configuration

SIEM

IDS

Risk assessment

Regulatory compliance

Security documentation

Project management

Technical reporting

Tools

Firewall configuration

SIEM

IDS

Job description

Job Description

• 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.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 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.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience:

• 15+ years of professional experience in cybersecurity roles, with at least 5 years 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 requirementsDemonstrated 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