Senior Cyber Security Specialist

Jazan Integrated Gasification & Power Company (JIGPC); Jizan; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy project in Saudi Arabia is looking for a Cybersecurity professional to implement and maintain security tools, enhance monitoring and threat intelligence, and manage vulnerability assessments. The ideal candidate has 5–6 years of experience in IT/Cybersecurity operations, strong knowledge of KSA regulations, and relevant certifications. This position plays a crucial role in integrating cybersecurity across IT, IS, and OT systems, ensuring compliance, and mentoring junior staff. Competitive compensation and benefits are available.

Qualifications

• 5–6 years of experience in IT/Cybersecurity operations.
• Strong knowledge of KSA regulations (HCIS, NCA).
• Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, CEH, ISO27001, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain security tools and ensure their effective operation.
• Enhance security monitoring and SIEM operations with threat intelligence.
• Coordinate cybersecurity solutions deployment and compliance.
• Manage vulnerability assessments and remediation efforts.
• Strengthen incident response capabilities through drills and reporting.
• Integrate cybersecurity into operational processes across departments.
• Monitor cybersecurity effectiveness and develop KPI reports.
• Mentor junior team members in cybersecurity operations.

Skills

Knowledge of latest IT/OT Operations cybersecurity trends and techniques

Ability to identify cybersecurity related threats, vulnerabilities, and risks

Knowledge of KSA specific regulations such as HCIS and NCA

Written and verbal communication skills

Interpersonal and teamwork skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, or equivalent

Tools

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)

Vulnerability assessment tools

Antivirus software

Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

Privileged Access Management (PAM)

Job description

Purpose of the Position

Are you passionate about safeguarding critical IT, IS, and OT systems against evolving cyber threats? Join our Cybersecurity team and play a key role in protecting one of the most advanced energy projects in the region.

What You’ll Do (Objectives)

1. Implement and Maintain Security Tools: Oversee the implementation, maintenance, and licensing of security tools (e.g., vulnerability assessment tools, SIEM, secure configuration tools) and ensure their effective operation.
2. Enhance Security Monitoring and SIEM Operations: Integrate IT, IS, and OT systems with SIEM, develop use cases for alert generation, and utilize threat intelligence feeds to improve security monitoring.
3. Coordinate Cybersecurity Solutions Deployment: Collaborate with CDC, IT, and OT teams to implement, maintain, and ensure compliance of cybersecurity solutions such as antivirus, firewalls, DLP, and PAM.
4. Manage Vulnerability Assessments and Remediation: Ensure regular vulnerability assessments and penetration tests are conducted, and coordinate with IT and OT teams to remediate identified vulnerabilities.
5. Strengthen Incident Response Capabilities: Prepare for and participate in incident response activities, including conducting drills, assisting in incident management, and drafting reports.
6. Integrate Cybersecurity into Operational Processes: Collaborate with IT, IS, and OT teams to embed cybersecurity best practices and evaluate the security capabilities of systems during procurement and deployment.
7. Monitor Cybersecurity Effectiveness: Track cybersecurity tickets, ensure timely closure, and develop KPI reports to assess compliance and effectiveness of controls.
8. Mentor and Stay Updated: Mentor junior team members in cybersecurity operations skills and stay informed on the latest cyber threats, technologies, and trends.

What We’re Looking For

• ✅ Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, or equivalent
• ✅ 5–6 years of experience in IT/Cybersecurity operations
• ✅ Strong knowledge of KSA regulations (HCIS, NCA)
• ✅ Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, CEH, ISO27001, etc.)
• ✅ Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and teamwork skills

Relevant Certifications

• Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Specific:
  • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
  • Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)
  • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• General Cybersecurity:
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • Security+
  • Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
• Technical and Specialized Cybersecurity:
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
  • Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC)
• Framework‑Specific Certifications:
  • ISO27001 Lead Implementer/Lead Auditor
  • ITIL Certification
  • NIST Cybersecurity Framework Certification

Skills

• Knowledge of latest IT/OT Operations cybersecurity trends and techniques – Aware
• Ability to identify cybersecurity related threats, vulnerabilities, and risks – Proficient
• Knowledge of KSA specific regulations such as HCIS and NCA – Proficient
• Written and verbal communication skills – Proficient
• Interpersonal and teamwork skills – Advanced