Cybersecurity Architect – Immediate Joiner

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Cybersecurity Architect to lead security governance, compliance and risk management initiatives across our organization in Saudi Arabia. The role requires hands‑on expertise in security architecture, penetration testing and security operations to protect cloud, application, API and IoT environments.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of ISO 27001:2022, conduct risk assessments and manage compliance programs.
• Ensure adherence to Saudi regulations such as SAMA‑CSF, NCA, PDPL and CST CRF.
• Develop, maintain and enforce cybersecurity policies, standards and procedures.
• Perform vendor security assessments and third‑party risk reviews.
• Execute penetration testing and vulnerability assessments for web, mobile, API and IoT assets.
• Manage SIEM, threat monitoring, incident response and overall security operations.
• Provide secure architecture guidance for cloud, applications, APIs and IoT solutions.
• Deliver cybersecurity awareness and secure‑coding training.
• Prepare executive reports, security metrics and risk dashboards.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science or a related field.
• 8–12 years of experience in Cybersecurity, Security Architecture or GRC.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 27001, OWASP Top 10, PTES and MITRE ATT&CK.
• Hands‑on experience in penetration testing, vulnerability management and security operations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills.
• Candidate must be based in Saudi Arabia.
• Preferred certifications: CISMCISA, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor/Implementer, CAP or equivalent.

Required skills

• ISO 27001 implementation
• OWASP Top 10, PTES, MITRE ATT&CK frameworks
• Penetration testing and vulnerability assessment
• SIEM, threat monitoring and incident response
• Security operations management
• Cloud, API and IoT security architecture
• Security governance and compliance (SAMA‑CSF, NCA, PDPL, CST CRF)
• Vendor and third‑party risk assessment