Senior Manager, Cyber Security

Ultimate Peaks Talent & Strategy; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 420,000 - 840,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimate Peaks Talent & Strategy is seeking a Senior Manager - Cyber Security in Riyadh to lead the cyber security function, strengthen resilience, and protect critical systems and digital assets. The role blends strategic leadership with operational oversight across technology and business teams.

You will drive the security strategy, oversee operations, manage risks, and embed security into projects and third-party engagements while reporting to senior leadership and developing the security

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in cyber security with leadership responsibility in a complex organisation.
• Strong knowledge of security operations, cyber risk, governance, incident response and cloud security.
• Experience applying frameworks such as ISO 27001 and NIST.
• Ability to translate technical risks into clear business priorities.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication and team leadership skills.
• A relevant degree; CISSP/CISM or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the cyber security strategy and roadmap.
• Oversee security operations, threat monitoring, incident response, and recovery readiness.
• Lead cyber risk assessments, vulnerability management, and security improvement programmes.
• Maintain security policies, standards, and controls aligned with business needs and regulatory requirements.
• Embed security into technology projects, cloud environments, and third-party engagements.
• Report cyber risks, incidents, and performance to senior leadership.
• Lead and develop the cyber security team and promote security awareness across the organisation.

Skills

Cyber security leadership

Security operations

Cyber risk

Governance

Incident response

Cloud security

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Strategic thinking

Education

Relevant degree

Job description

An established organisation is seeking a Senior Manager - Cyber Security to lead its cyber security function, strengthen resilience, and protect critical systems, information, and digital assets.

This role combines strategic leadership with operational oversight, working closely with technology teams, business leaders, and external partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the cyber security strategy and roadmap
• Oversee security operations, threat monitoring, incident response, and recovery readiness
• Lead cyber risk assessments, vulnerability management, and security improvement programmes
• Maintain security policies, standards, and controls aligned with business needs and applicable regulatory requirements
• Embed security into technology projects, cloud environments, and third-party engagements
• Report cyber risks, incidents, and performance to senior leadership
• Lead and develop the cyber security team and promote security awareness across the organisation

Requirements

What we're looking for

• Substantial experience in cyber security, including leadership responsibility in a complex organisation
• Strong knowledge of security operations, cyber risk, governance, incident response, and cloud security
• Experience applying recognised frameworks such as ISO 27001 and NIST
• The ability to translate technical risks into clear business priorities
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and team leadership skills
• A relevant degree; certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent are preferred