Senior Cyber Incident Response Specialist

700Apps; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Riyadh seeks a Senior Cyber Incident Response Specialist to advance incident response capabilities and bolster cybersecurity measures. In this pivotal role, the specialist will oversee incident responses, analyze threats, and implement proactive strategies to mitigate risks. This position demands strong leadership, a deep knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, and the ability to adapt to evolving threats within the industry.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity incident response.
• Hands-on experience with digital forensics and SIEM tools.
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., GCIH, CISSP) desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate responses to security incidents.
• Conduct investigations of cyber incidents and develop action plans.
• Develop and maintain incident response policies and procedures.

Skills

Incident response methodologies

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity

Bachelor's degree in Information Security

Tools

SIEM platforms

Digital forensics tools

Job description

700Apps is in search of a Senior Cyber Incident Response Specialist to enhance our incident response capabilities and strengthen our cybersecurity posture. In this critical role, you will be responsible for leading the response to cyber incidents, analyzing threats, and implementing strategies to prevent future occurrences. Your expertise will be pivotal in protecting organizational assets from cyber threats and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate responses to security incidents, ensuring timely and effective threat containment and remediation.
• Conduct thorough investigations of cyber incidents, analyzing root causes and developing action plans for improvement.
• Collaborate with IT and security teams to enhance incident detection and response processes.
• Develop and maintain incident response policies, procedures, and playbooks.
• Monitor security alerts and perform threat hunting activities to detect potential threats proactively.
• Provide training and guidance to internal teams on incident response best practices.
• Stay abreast of the latest cybersecurity threats and trends to inform incident response strategies.
• Participate in post-incident reviews to identify lessons learned and improve future incident response efforts.

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of experience in cybersecurity incident response or a related field.
• Strong expertise in incident response methodologies and frameworks.
• Hands-on experience with digital forensics tools and security information and event management (SIEM) platforms.
• Familiarity with compliance and regulatory standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to articulate security concepts to diverse audiences.
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Certified Incident Handler, GCIH, or CISSP) are highly desired.
• Strong leadership abilities and a collaborative work style.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively.