Security Apps Lead — Drive Enterprise Security & Risk

ntt data, inc.; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

NTT DATA in Saudi Arabia seeks an experienced Security Apps Lead to develop and manage the organization's information security program. You will align security strategy with business objectives, coordinate risk assessments, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain a robust security posture.

You will lead security initiatives, implement monitoring tools, oversee audits, and communicate findings to senior leadership while fostering a proactive, compliant, and innovative security

Qualifications

• Solid knowledge of security frameworks and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, CIS).
• Solid understanding of security technologies, tools, and best practices.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with non-technical stakeholders.
• Developing team management skills to lead a diverse security team.
• Good problem-solving abilities with a focus on delivering results.

Responsibilities

• Provides operational management in the implementation of an organization-wide information security strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Maintains and implements information security policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines that comply with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinates the identification, assessment and management of information security risks across the organization, including data, systems, networks, and third-party relationships.
• Promotes a culture of security awareness among employees through training, education, and regular communication.
• Coordinates the execution of incident response plans to effectively address and mitigate security incidents.
• Ensures company's compliance with relevant security regulations, laws, and industry standards.
• Assists with assessing and selecting and selects appropriate security technologies and solutions to protect company digital assets.
• Implements security monitoring tools and systems to detect and respond to security threats and providing regular reports to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Stays informed about emerging security threats and industry trends to continuously enhance the organization's security posture.
• Effectively communicates security incidents, responses, and mitigation efforts to relevant stakeholders.
• Coordinates and manages internal and external security audits and assessments.
• Provides guidance, management to the information security team, ensuring adherence to security policies and procedures.

Skills

Security frameworks

Security technologies

Communication

Team management

Problem solving

Business acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree

Cybersecurity certifications (preferred)

Job description

NTT DATA in Saudi Arabia seeks an experienced Security Apps Lead to develop and manage the organization's information security program. You will align security strategy with business objectives, coordinate risk assessments, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain a robust security posture.

You will lead security initiatives, implement monitoring tools, oversee audits, and communicate findings to senior leadership while fostering a proactive, compliant, and innovative security