Senior Manager - Asset Security Operations

Qiddiya; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Qiddiya in Riyadh seeks an experienced cybersecurity leader to direct day-to-day IT, network/infrastructure, OT, and application security operations across ASO platforms. You will oversee MSSP service delivery, governance, and continuous improvement while coordinating with the Cybersecurity Team.

The role requires 7+ years in cybersecurity with leadership experience, hands-on security tech knowledge, and strong governance. CISSP/CISM preferred for this senior position.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of cybersecurity experience with leadership exposure.
• Experience running enterprise security operations and platforms.
• Hands-on expertise with security technologies and MSSP management.
• Strong governance, stakeholder management, and reporting skills.
• CISSP or CISM preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the ASO team including Senior Lead, Senior Specialist, and Security Specialist.
• Oversee MSSP L1/L2 service delivery and SLA performance.
• Govern platform administration and security tool configuration changes.
• Oversee the Application Security program and WAF governance.
• Lead vulnerability management activities and reporting.
• Manage change management for ASO-owned security platforms.
• Oversee handover of new security tools and ensure service continuity.
• Coordinate security incidents, escalations, and change approvals.
• Prepare and present monthly operational and performance reports for leadership.

Skills

Cybersecurity leadership

Security operations

Security technologies

MSSP management

Stakeholder governance

Security certifications (CISSP/CISM)

Tools

Firewalls

EDR

PAM

WAF

Vulnerability management

Job description

Lead the day-to-day delivery of IT, network/infrastructure, OT, and application security operations across all ASO-managed platforms. Oversee Managed Service Partner (L1/L2) service delivery, ensuring effective platform governance, SLA compliance, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the ASO team, including Senior Lead, Senior Specialist, and Security Specialist.
• Oversee Managed Service Partner L1/L2 service delivery and SLA performance.
• Govern platform administration and security tool configuration changes.
• Oversee the Application Security program, including WAF governance, application vulnerability remediation, and coordination with the Cybersecurity Team.
• Lead vulnerability management activities, including prioritization, tracking, and reporting.
• Manage change management for all ASO-owned security platforms.
• Oversee operational handover of new security tools and ensure service continuity.
• Coordinate with the Security Lead on security incidents, escalations, and change approvals.
• Prepare and present monthly operational and performance reports for leadership.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of cybersecurity experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Experience managing enterprise security operations and security platforms.
• Hands‑on experience with security technologies such as firewalls, EDR, PAM, vulnerability management, and WAF.
• Experience managing Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) and SLA performance.
• Strong stakeholder management and operational governance skills.
• Professional certification such as CISSP or CISM preferred.