FinTech IT Lead - CMA-Compliant Trading Platform

Denara Group; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Denara Group in Riyadh, a CMA-licensed FinTech investment firm, is seeking an IT Manager to oversee the technical ecosystem, ensure regulatory compliance, and support daily operations of a modern retail trading platform and office IT.

You will lead local IT, coordinate with cloud hosting and cybersecurity partners, maintain CMA and other local controls, and drive availability, security, and user support for a lean technology team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT or related field (or equivalent).
• 3–5 years IT administration/management experience, preferably in Saudi Arabia.
• Familiarity with CMA regulations, SAMA guidelines or NCA framework basics.
• Hands-on cloud experience (AWS/Azure) and managing external vendors.
• Strong problem-solving and hands-on mindset for a lean tech team.
• Proficient in Arabic and English communication.

Responsibilities

• Align IT security and DR procedures with CMA requirements.
• Oversee cloud environments, trading platform availability, monitoring.
• Manage external vendors, software contractors, cloud providers, SMS gateway partners.
• Ensure data protection and basic cybersecurity hygiene across endpoints and servers.
• Provide day-to-day IT support and operations for staff.

Skills

CMA regulations familiarity

Cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure)

Vendor management

Problem-solving

Arabic & English communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT or related field

Job description

Denara Group in Riyadh, a CMA-licensed FinTech investment firm, is seeking an IT Manager to oversee the technical ecosystem, ensure regulatory compliance, and support daily operations of a modern retail trading platform and office IT.

You will lead local IT, coordinate with cloud hosting and cybersecurity partners, maintain CMA and other local controls, and drive availability, security, and user support for a lean technology team.