Senior Technology & OT Infrastructure Analyst - Jeddah

MBRF; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

MBRF is a global leader in nourishing life through quality and innovation. We are seeking an IT Infrastructure professional to support and optimize our technology landscape across factories, corporate and commercial operations.

You will manage networks, servers, SCADA, PLC/IoT integrations, and cloud services, ensuring secure, scalable solutions while coordinating with vendors and internal teams. Based in Jeddah with strong English communication skills required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, Automation or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in IT infrastructure or a related field.
• Hands-on experience in IT/OT infrastructure, ideally within manufacturing, industrial or multi-site environments.
• Solid understanding of networks, servers, telecom, cloud/SaaS and business applications, with exposure to industrial technologies such as SCADA, automation, PLC and IoT.
• Experience in infrastructure projects, technical troubleshooting and vendor coordination.
• Advanced English communication skills.
• Based in Jeddah or open to relocating to Jeddah.
• Relevant certifications in IT, networking, cloud, cybersecurity, automation or project management are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support and continuously improve technology and automation infrastructure across factories, corporate and commercial operations.
• Manage and troubleshoot networks, servers, telecom, virtualization, end-user systems, business applications, cloud/SaaS services and industrial technology environments.
• Support operational technologies including SCADA, automation, PLC integrations, IoT, dashboards, CCTV/VMS and Access Control systems.
• Turn business and operational needs into secure, practical and scalable technology solutions aligned with architecture, cybersecurity and operational standards.
• Support infrastructure projects from planning and technical evaluation through implementation, testing and handover, including business case and investment inputs when needed.
• Work closely with vendors and technology partners, coordinating technical activities, supplier performance, risks and follow‑up actions.
• Identify infrastructure, cybersecurity and lifecycle risks, lead root‑cause analysis and drive improvement opportunities.
• Maintain accurate IT/OT asset, software, license and lifecycle records, together with technical documentation, procedures and support materials.

Skills

Networking expertise

Servers administration

Cloud/SaaS management

IT/OT integration

Vendor coordination

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Electrical Engineering, Automation or related field

Tools

SCADA

PLC

IoT platforms

VMS/CCTV

Cybersecurity

Windows/Linux servers

Job description

How about building your career at one of the world’s largest food companies?

Come work at MBRF, a company present in the lives of thousands of families around the world. From the simplest moments to the most special ones, we nourish life through quality, innovation, and the people who make everything happen.

What will you be doing at MBRF?

• Support and continuously improve technology and automation infrastructure across factories, corporate and commercial operations.
• Manage and troubleshoot networks, servers, telecom, virtualization, end-user systems, business applications, cloud/SaaS services and industrial technology environments.
• Support operational technologies including SCADA, automation, PLC integrations, IoT, dashboards, CCTV/VMS and Access Control systems
• Turn business and operational needs into secure, practical and scalable technology solutions aligned with architecture, cybersecurity and operational standards
• Support infrastructure projects from planning and technical evaluation through implementation, testing and handover, including business case and investment inputs when needed
• Work closely with vendors and technology partners, coordinating technical activities, supplier performance, risks and follow‑up actions
• Identify infrastructure, cybersecurity and lifecycle risks, lead root‑cause analysis and drive improvement opportunities
• Maintain accurate IT/OT asset, software, license and lifecycle records, together with technical documentation, procedures and support materials

What kind of profile are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, Automation or a related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience in IT infrastructure or a related field
• Hands‑on experience in IT/OT infrastructure, ideally within manufacturing, industrial or multi‑site environments
• Solid understanding of networks, servers, telecom, cloud/SaaS and business applications, with exposure to industrial technologies such as SCADA, automation, PLC and IoT
• Experience in infrastructure projects, technical troubleshooting and vendor coordination
• Advanced English communication skills
• Based in Jeddah or open to relocating to Jeddah
• Relevant certifications in IT, networking, cloud, cybersecurity, automation or project management are a plus

What competencies are key to this role?

• A hands‑on and solution‑oriented mindset, comfortable taking ownership and getting things done
• Strong analytical thinking and a practical approach to problem solving
• Ability to connect technical needs with business and operational priorities
• Clear and confident communication with different teams, stakeholders and external partners
• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work across IT, manufacturing and business teams in an international environment
• Good organization and follow‑up, with attention to reliability, security and continuous improvement

What can you expect from MBRF?

• Being part of a global, collaborative and dynamic working environment
• Strong corporate culture with commitments to customers, employees & environment we serve
• Vertical, horizontal, and cross‑functional growth opportunities
• Competitive compensation package