Cybersecurity Manager

Job Summary

The Cyber Security General Manager will lead the organization's cybersecurity strategy, governance, and operational security programs to ensure the protection of digital assets, critical infrastructure, and sensitive information. The role is responsible for aligning cybersecurity initiatives with Saudi National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) frameworks
, regulatory requirements, and international standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, and COBIT
. The position will oversee risk management, security operations, incident response, compliance, and resilience programs including Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery (BC/DR). The ideal candidate will drive cybersecurity maturity, manage enterprise cyber risks, and establish strong security governance across the organization while collaborating with executives, regulators, and external partners.

📍 Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

🏢 Cyber Company

🕒 Full-time | Executive Leadership

• Develop and execute the organization's cybersecurity strategy aligned with NCA Essential Cybersecurity Controls (ECC) and organizational objectives.
• Establish cybersecurity governance, policies, standards, and procedures across the enterprise.
• Ensure cybersecurity initiatives support digital transformation and business resilience
  .

• Lead enterprise cyber risk management
  , threat assessments, and vulnerability management programs.
• Ensure compliance with NCA ECC, SAMA (if applicable), ISO 27001, and relevant Saudi regulatory frameworks
  .
• Implement risk mitigation controls to protect critical information assets.

• Oversee Security Operations Center (SOC) functions
  , threat monitoring, and cyber incident response.
• Manage vulnerability remediation programs and coordinate with internal teams and third-party vendors.
• Lead investigations and responses to cybersecurity incidents and breaches.

• Ensure Business Continuity Planning (BCP) and Disaster Recovery (DR) frameworks integrate cybersecurity requirements.
• Conduct cyber resilience testing, crisis simulations, and recovery exercises.

• Communicate cybersecurity posture, risks, and strategy to executive leadership and the board
  .
• Build strong relationships with regulators, partners, and cybersecurity vendors
  .
• Promote cybersecurity awareness and security culture across the organization.

• Recruit, lead, and develop high-performing cybersecurity teams.
• Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement
  .
• Ensure continuous skill development aligned with evolving cyber threats.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, or Information Technology
  .

• 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity
  , with at least 5 years in leadership or executive roles
  .
• Proven experience in developing enterprise cybersecurity strategies and governance frameworks
  .
• Hands‑on experience with risk management, security operations, incident response, and regulatory compliance
  .

• CISSP – Certified Information Systems Security Professional
• CISM – Certified Information Security Manager
• CISA – Certified Information Systems Auditor
• ISO 27001 Lead Implementer / Lead Auditor
• CRISC – Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control
• CCSP – Certified Cloud Security Professional
• SANS / GIAC certifications (preferred)

• Strategic Leadership & Vision
• Building Strategic Partnerships
• Leading High-Performance Teams
• Driving Organizational Change

• Commitment to HSE Excellence
• Adaptability and Innovation
• Ethical Leadership & Accountability
• Building Sustainable Corporate Relationships

• Cybersecurity Strategy & Planning
• NCA Compliance & Regulatory Governance
• Enterprise Risk Management
• Cyber Threat Intelligence & Monitoring
• Security Operations & Incident Response
• Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery
• Security Reporting & Executive Communication

• Work with a leading cybersecurity organization in Saudi Arabia
• Opportunity to lead strategic national-level cybersecurity initiatives
• Competitive executive package and career growth
• Be part of Saudi Arabia's digital transformation and cyber resilience vision