Security Engineer

Byte Bridge Inc.; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 112,485 - 206,224; Full time

Job summary

Byte Bridge Inc. is seeking a Security Engineer in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to support physical security operations across data center environments. The role involves monitoring security infrastructure, conducting security patrols, and ensuring compliance with access control policies. Candidates should have a basic understanding of data center environments, familiarity with security systems, and strong documentation skills. This position operates within a 24×7 environment, requiring the ability to work shifts and independently respond to incidents.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of data centre environments or colocation facilities.
• Familiarity with security systems such as access control and CCTV.
• Strong written documentation and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine security patrols across Data Halls and office areas.
• Validate functionality of security systems including badge readers and cameras.
• Identify and report security incidents or safety risks.

Skills

Monitoring security systems

Attention to detail

Documentation and reporting

Basic understanding of data centre environments

Familiarity with security systems

Ability to work independently

Tools

Excel

Reporting tools

Collaboration platforms (Lark)

Job description

The Security Engineer supports physical security operations across data center environments. This role is responsible for monitoring security infrastructure, responding to incidents, ensuring compliance with access control policies, and supporting safe operations within leased or managed data center spaces. The position operates as part of a multi-tier security model, working closely with Security Operations Centers (SOC), Facilities teams, and regional security leadership to maintain the integrity and security of critical infrastructure.

Security Engineer acts as the first line of defense within the data center security operations framework. The role focuses on monitoring security systems, performing routine site inspections, identifying potential risks, and responding to operational security incidents.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct routine security patrols across Data Halls, storage rooms, and office areas
• Validate functionality of security systems including badge readers, doors, cameras, and sensors
• Identify and report security incidents, safety risks, or hardware anomalies
• Support vendor activities including installation or maintenance of security devices (CCTV, access control systems)
• Escort vendors or contractors working within secured areas
• Assist with critical security activities such as media destruction events or security audits
• Maintain accurate daily reports and incident logs
• Participate in operational briefings and team coordination meetings
• Support access control onboarding activities and maintain presence in restricted environments
• Ensure full compliance with PPE requirements and confidentiality policies

Required Qualifications

• Basic understanding of data centre environments or colocation facilities
• Familiarity with security systems such as access control and CCTV
• Proficiency in basic office tools (Excel, reporting tools, collaboration platforms such as Lark)
• Strong written documentation and reporting skills
• Ability to work rotating shifts in a 24×7 operational environment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow strict operational procedures
• Ability to work independently while escalating incidents when required