Manager Cloud Security

Riyadh Air; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Riyadh Air is seeking a cybersecurity leader to define how security is designed, embedded and governed across the organisation's cloud landscape. The role focuses on enforcing security baselines for compute, storage, networking, identity and container services, and guiding secure deployment practices.

You will establish a robust cloud security governance framework aligned with CIS Benchmarks, NIST CSF, ISO 27001 and CSA CCM, lead reviews for new initiatives and migrations, and mentor cloud and

Qualifications

• 7+ years of cybersecurity experience, including 3+ years in cloud security.
• Experience securing cloud environments on AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform.
• Experience with CSPM / CNAPP tools and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC).
• Strong understanding of firewalls, WAF, VPNs and Zero Trust architectures.

Responsibilities

• Define how security is designed, embedded and governed across the organisational cloud.
• Enforce cloud security baselines across compute, storage, networking, identity and containers.
• Establish and maintain a governance framework aligned with CIS, NIST CSF, ISO 27001 and CSA CCM.
• Lead cloud security reviews for new initiatives, migrations and third-party integrations; provide architectural guidance and act as an approval gate.
• Mentor cloud and security teams and promote a security-first culture.
• Present executive-level insight on cloud security posture, risk trends and programme maturity to leadership.

Skills

Cloud security

CSPM/CNAPP tools

IaC

Network security fundamentals

Zero Trust architectures

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/Computer Science/Info Sec

Tools

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud Platform

Job description

About the Company

Riyadh Air (RX), headquartered in the Saudi Capital, is the new national airline that is shaping the future of flying. It seeks to lead the aviation industry by transforming Saudi Arabia into a global aviation and trade hub - a digitally native airline that will connect the kingdom to more than 100 destinations.

About the Role

Ever wondered who really keeps the cloud safe while everyone else is busy building in it? In this pivotal role, you will in define how security is designed, embedded and governed across the organisation.

You'll take ownership of enforcing cloud security standards by strengthening baselines and configurations across compute, storage, networking, identity and container services.

A key part of the role is establishing and maintaining a robust cloud security governance framework, aligning policies and baselines with recognised standards such as CIS Benchmarks, NIST CSF, ISO 27001 and CSA CCM.

You'll lead cloud security reviews for new initiatives, migrations and third-party integrations, providing clear architectural guidance and acting as a key approval gate From a leadership perspective, you'll guide and mentor cloud and security teams setting clear expectations, encouraging best practice, and fostering a strong security-first culture across the organisation.

You'll also present executive-level insight on cloud security posture, risk trends and programme maturity to senior leadership and board-level committees.

This is your opportunity to set the standard for cloud security today, while shaping a resilient, trusted digital future

About You

Degree qualified, with a minimum of 7 years' experience in Cybersecurity, including at least 3 years specialising in Cloud Security.

Proven, hands-on experience securing cloud environments across one or more major platforms, including AWS, Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform.

Naturally, you will have strong experience with CSPM / CNAPP tools and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), alongside solid expertise in network security fundamentals such as firewalls, WAF, VPNs and Zero Trust architectures..

We'd love to hear from you even more if you have a proven track record designing enterprise-scale cloud security architectures, governance frameworks and baseline standards.

This is your opportunity to shape the future of air travel. Bring your best and show us why you can own this position within Riyadh Air.