Summary
We are seeking a seasoned and strategic Head of Cybersecurity to lead our cybersecurity initiatives in Saudi Arabia, aligning with regulatory requirements and providing technical excellence.
Main Responsibilities
- Leadership & Strategy: Define and implement the cybersecurity vision and strategy.
- Security Architecture & Implementation: Design security architectures for various environments.
- Cloud Security Expertise: Implement security controls across public cloud platforms.
- Technical Presales & Client Engagement: Act as a technical lead in client interactions.
- Operational Oversight & Compliance: Oversee security operations and ensure compliance with standards.
- Business & Practice Development: Drive cybersecurity practice growth and build client relationships.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor's/Master's degree in Cybersecurity or Computer Science.
- 12+ years in cybersecurity with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
- Hands-on experience with enterprise security tools.
- In-depth knowledge of public cloud security architecture.
- Strong understanding of security tools (SIEM, EDR/XDR, etc.).
Nice to Have
- Certifications: CISSP, CISM, CISA, CCSP, CEH.
- Cloud certifications: Azure Security Engineer, AWS Security Specialty.
- Experience with compliance frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001).
Other Details
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Job Type: Permanent / Full time
Nationality: Saudi
Language: English (required), Arabic (mandatory)
