IT Security Manager

cyberani solutions; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Riyadh seeks an experienced IT Security Manager to spearhead their cybersecurity operations. This pivotal role involves managing a team of professionals, formulating security strategies, and ensuring effective threat response and compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will possess extensive experience, strong leadership skills, and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity with 3+ in leadership.
• Strong understanding of enterprise security architecture.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or GIAC are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the cybersecurity team, providing mentorship.
• Develop and implement the organization's cybersecurity strategy.
• Oversee deployment of security technologies and monitor threats.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Cybersecurity Strategy

Incident Response

Vendor Management

Education

Bachelor s or Master s degree in Information Security

Computer Science or a related field

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and proactive IT Security Manager to lead our cybersecurity operations function. This role is essential for managing the organization s security posture, leading a team of security professionals, and ensuring our cybersecurity solutions effectively protect against threats and support business continuity.

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Lead and manage the cybersecurity team, providing direction, mentorship, and performance oversight to foster a high-performing environment.
• Cybersecurity Strategy: Develop, implement, and continuously enhance the organization s cybersecurity strategy, policies, and processes to meet evolving threats.
• Security Technology Management: Oversee the deployment and configuration of security technologies, including endpoint protection, identity and access management, data loss prevention, email security, application control, and vulnerability management tools.
• Collaboration: Work closely with IT, compliance, legal, and business units to align security initiatives with organizational objectives and ensure effective communication.
• Incident Response Coordination: Collaborate with the Internal Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) team to effectively address security incidents and ensure compliance with security policies.
• Threat Monitoring: Continuously monitor for emerging threats and vulnerabilities, implementing proactive measures to safeguard the organization.
• Audit Support: Facilitate internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, Aramco, NCA, and industry-specific regulations.
• Business Continuity Planning: Coordinate disaster recovery efforts and business continuity exercises to prepare for and respond to cyber incidents.
• Vendor Management: Manage relationships with cybersecurity vendors and evaluate new products and services to enhance security operations.

We are seeking an experienced and proactive IT Security Manager to lead our cybersecurity operations function. This role is essential for managing the organization s security posture, leading a team of security professionals, and ensuring our cybersecurity solutions effectively protect against threats and support business continuity.

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Lead and manage the cybersecurity team, providing direction, mentorship, and performance oversight to foster a high-performing environment.
• Cybersecurity Strategy: Develop, implement, and continuously enhance the organization s cybersecurity strategy, policies, and processes to meet evolving threats.
• Security Technology Management: Oversee the deployment and configuration of security technologies, including endpoint protection, identity and access management, data loss prevention, email security, application control, and vulnerability management tools.
• Collaboration: Work closely with IT, compliance, legal, and business units to align security initiatives with organizational objectives and ensure effective communication.
• Incident Response Coordination: Collaborate with the Internal Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) team to effectively address security incidents and ensure compliance with security policies.
• Threat Monitoring: Continuously monitor for emerging threats and vulnerabilities, implementing proactive measures to safeguard the organization.
• Audit Support: Facilitate internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, Aramco, NCA, and industry-specific regulations.
• Business Continuity Planning: Coordinate disaster recovery efforts and business continuity exercises to prepare for and respond to cyber incidents.
• Vendor Management: Manage relationships with cybersecurity vendors and evaluate new products and services to enhance security operations.

","requirements":"

• Bachelor s or Master s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role focused on security operations.
• Strong understanding of enterprise security architecture and security operations best practices.
• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing technical teams.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of translating complex security concepts into business terms.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or GIAC is highly desirable.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with incident response frameworks and playbooks.
• Strong project management and vendor negotiation skills.

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