443 Cloud Security Engineer jobs in Saudi Arabia

Job Title:
Cloud Security Engineer (Resident)

Location
: Onsite – (Riyadh, Saudi Arabia)

Experience:
Minimum 2 years in cloud security

Position Type:
Full-Time Resident Engineer

Job Summary
We are hiring a skilled Cloud Security Engineer to serve as a resident engineer at big financial entity. The role focuses on evaluating and securing cloud environments, ensuring alignment with local and international security and compliance standards.

Job Description

Assess and secure cloud architectures (public, private, or hybrid) to ensure compliance with internal and regulatory policies.

Perform cloud-specific security risk assessments and identify areas for improvement.

Review cloud services and configurations to meet standards such as NCA ECC, NIST, and CIS benchmarks.

Collaborate with DevOps and cloud infrastructure teams to embed security controls and policies.

Provide technical input on cloud security tools, IAM policies, encryption, and monitoring.

Contribute to compliance audits, prepare cloud security reports, and implement security baselines.

Conduct structured knowledge transfer and create technical documentation for internal teams.

Qualifications & Skills
Experience: At least 2 years in cloud security engineering.

Cloud Platforms: Hands-on experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP security services.

Knowledge:

Familiarity with NCA ECC, NIST SP 800 series, CIS Benchmarks.

Proficiency in securing IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS environments.

Understanding of IAM, cloud firewalls, encryption, and compliance monitoring tools.

Skills: Strong collaboration, communication, and risk analysis capabilities.

Additional Terms
Resident must perform knowledge transfer and documentation upon completion of tasks.

Job Title:
Cloud Security Engineer
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Security Engineer with a strong focus on traditional security practices to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of legacy security systems and a solid understanding of how to integrate those practices with modern cloud environments, specifically Google Cloud Platform (GCP). This role will primarily focus on maintaining and enhancing our existing security infrastructure while selectively applying GCP expertise to improve and modernize specific security functions.

Responsibilities:

• Assess, analyze, and mitigate security vulnerabilities and risks across our extensive legacy systems, with a focus on maintaining their stability and security posture.
• Design, implement, and manage security controls and solutions for our legacy systems, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and access control mechanisms.
• Develop and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures for legacy systems, ensuring compliance with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and respond to security incidents related to legacy systems, including investigation, containment, and remediation efforts.
• Provide expert-level support and troubleshooting for legacy security infrastructure.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure integration of new technologies with existing legacy systems.
• Evaluate and recommend security enhancements for legacy systems to address evolving threats.

• Apply knowledge of GCP to specific security projects, including:

• Integrating legacy security logs with GCP's security monitoring tools (e.g., Security Command Center).

• Utilizing GCP services to enhance specific security functions, such as threat detection or vulnerability scanning, where appropriate.

• Assisting with the secure migration of select security workloads to GCP.

• Provide security guidance and training to engineering teams on legacy security best practices and basic GCP security principles.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• 8-9 years of experience in a Security Engineering role with a primary focus on security principles, practices, and technologies.
• Extensive and deep understanding of core security concepts: network security, operating system security, vulnerability management, incident response, cryptography, and security frameworks.
• Proven expertise in securing legacy systems and technologies: traditional firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, legacy operating systems, security appliances, and other non-cloud-native security solutions.
• Solid understanding of networking concepts, including TCP/IP, routing, and switching.
• Familiarity with compliance standards and frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, etc.).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills, specifically in the context of complex legacy environments.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience working with Google Cloud Platform (GCP), with a focus on security best practices.
• Google Cloud Professional Cloud Security Engineer certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Other relevant security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM).
• Experience with scripting and automation (e.g., Python, Bash).
• Knowledge of cloud security best practices, including the shared responsibility model.
• Experience with DevSecOps practices.
• Knowledge of container security (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with migrating or integrating legacy systems with GCP.

Halian Group:
With over 28 years of experience, we have come to understand that innovation is the only way to provide agile, practical solutions that transform businesses and careers.

Our resourcing and smart services help you to realize tomorrow's potential. Discover the amazing things possible when you bring the right people and the right technologies together.

At Halian, we recognize that diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are essential to building high-performing teams for our clients. We are committed to connecting organizations with top talent from all backgrounds, ensuring that every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them unique. By fostering diverse and inclusive workplaces, we help our clients drive innovation, enhance collaboration, and better reflect the communities they serve.

GCP Cloud Security Engineer in Dammam, Saudi Arabia

Overview

GCP Cloud Security Engineer (m/f/d) at Halian | Managed Services, Recruitment Agency & Contract Staffing. The role focuses on maintaining and enhancing existing security infrastructure with selective application of GCP expertise to improve security functions.

• Assess, analyze, and mitigate security vulnerabilities and risks across legacy systems while maintaining stability and security posture.
• Design, implement, and manage security controls for legacy systems, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and access control mechanisms.
• Develop and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures for legacy systems, ensuring compliance with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and respond to security incidents related to legacy systems, including investigation, containment, and remediation.
• Provide expert-level support and troubleshooting for legacy security infrastructure.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to securely integrate new technologies with existing legacy systems.
• Evaluate and recommend security enhancements for legacy systems to address evolving threats.
• Apply knowledge of Google Cloud Platform (GCP) to security projects, including:
• Integrating legacy security logs with GCP security monitoring tools (e.g., Security Command Center).
• Utilizing GCP services to enhance security functions such as threat detection or vulnerability scanning, where appropriate.
• Assisting with the secure migration of select security workloads to GCP.
• Provide security guidance and training to engineering teams on legacy security best practices and basic GCP security principles.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• 8-9 years of experience in a Security Engineering role with a primary focus on security principles, practices, and technologies.
• Extensive understanding of core security concepts: network security, operating system security, vulnerability management, incident response, cryptography, and security frameworks.
• Proven expertise in securing legacy systems and technologies: traditional firewalls, IDS/IPS, legacy operating systems, security appliances, and non-cloud-native security solutions.
• Solid understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, routing, switching).
• Familiarity with compliance standards and frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, etc.).
• Analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills in complex legacy environments.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP), focusing on security best practices.
• Google Cloud Professional Cloud Security Engineer certification.

• Other relevant security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM).
• Experience with scripting and automation (e.g., Python, Bash).
• Knowledge of cloud security best practices, including the shared responsibility model.
• Experience with DevSecOps practices.
• Knowledge of container security (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with migrating or integrating legacy systems with GCP.

Halian Group: With over 28 years of experience, we provide agile, practical solutions that transform businesses and careers. Our resourcing and smart services help realize tomorrow’s potential. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourage applications from all qualified candidates.

Location: Dammam, Saudi Arabia

EEO statement: We are committed to connecting organizations with top talent from all backgrounds, ensuring that every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled
Security Cloud Engineer
to design, implement, and manage secure Azure cloud environments. The candidate will ensure the security, compliance, and performance of the company's cloud infrastructure while aligning with
Saudi cybersecurity regulations (NCA)
.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage secure Azure cloud environments.
• Monitor and manage cloud and on-premises networks using Azure monitoring tools.
• Configure and maintain firewalls, VPNs, and remote connectivity solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network and cloud-related security issues.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) regulations and internal policies.
• Lead the planning, design, and execution of network and data security strategies within Azure environments (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS).
• Analyze organizational needs and recommend improvements for network security architecture.
• Develop and implement IT security standards, procedures, and guidelines.
• Manage and mentor IT security and network teams to ensure operational excellence.
• Report and document system performance, vulnerabilities, and incident resolutions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in
  Computer Science
  ,
  Information Technology
  , or a related field.
• Minimum
  5 years of experience
  in Azure cloud networking and security.
• Proven experience as a
  Network Administrator
  or
  Cloud Security Engineer
  .
• Strong understanding of network monitoring and management tools within Azure.
• Knowledge of
  Saudi Cybersecurity Authority (NCA)
  regulations.

Certifications (Required/Preferred):

• ITIL Foundation Certified
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
• Additional certifications are an advantage:
• CISSP
  ,
  CISM
  , or
  ISO 27001 Lead Implementer

Technical Skills:

• Azure Cloud Security and Networking
• Network Monitoring & Firewall Configuration
• VPN Setup and Management
• Azure IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS Environments
• Cybersecurity Frameworks and Compliance
• Network Troubleshooting and Optimization

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Fluent in English

Job Summary

Job Summary:

The Network Security Specialist is responsible to implement, operate and manage Network elements, monitor network for security threats or unauthorized users. Identify the machines and report on security measures taken to address threats, and secure the network elements from unauthorized access. Carries out installation, testing, and technical tasks in systems and participates in developing and implementing network security procedures and network management plans.

• Ensures that all Network security systems run efficiently without service interruption as per the network security operation processes and procedures.
• Implement security policies, and other tasks related to firewalls.
• Administrate and implement changes in the IT corporate network
• Manage Network systems, and other elements access.
• Monitor and report security systems performance and threats.
• Perform information security risk assessments.
• Incident handling, and reporting.
• Performs other similar or related duties as requested.

• Work with network vendor providers to enhance equipment/software that improve the performance of the network.
• Work with other internal network departments, and external stakeholders to highlight Network Security issues that affect the Network security or information security.
• Work With Cyber security Team, to close tasks related to Cybersecurity.

• Good Knowledge in configuring or supporting some or all of the following; firewalls, switch, routers.
• Understanding of information security management policies, processes, and procedures.
• Continual commitment to all company goals and objectives and the ability to focus the team members on those objectives.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or computer engineering.
• Proven experience directly related to the field.

• Employment type: Full-time
• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Job function: Information Technology
• Industries: Telecommunications, IT Services and IT Consulting, and Software Development

The Job Description

1. Configure and manage next-generation firewalls (NGFW) from vendors such as Fortinet & Palo Alto and ensure SLA compliance.
2. Optimize firewall performance and conduct regular policy audits and rule base cleanup.
3. Assist fellow employees with cybersecurity, software, hardware or IT needs related to security.
4. Support new installations / branch establishments and visit remote sites when assigned.
5. Manage Efficient IP DNS security solution.
6. Configure and operate DNS filtering and monitoring to prevent phishing, malware command-and-control (C2) communication, and data exfiltration.
7. Configure protective DNS policies, enforcing domain reputation checks and threat intelligence feeds.
8. Monitor and analyze firewall and DNS security alerts for suspicious activity.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in firewall administration, network security, and DNS security.
• Hands-on expertise in firewalls (Fortinet & Palo Alto).
• Troubleshooting skills in network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S, TLS, BGP) and security log analysis.
• Fortinet NSE 4/7 (Network Security Expert).
• Palo Alto PCNSA or PCNSE (Certified Network Security Engineer).
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

TMC is leading a project in Saudi Arabia and we’re looking for a Network Security Engineer to be based in KSA.
– Strong expertise in Cisco firewall technologies (ASA, FTD) and ISE
– Solid experience with Cisco SD-WAN technologies
– Proficient in Palo Alto Networks firewalls; Fortinet experience is a plus
– Deep understanding of SSL VPN, IPsec and other secure tunneling protocols
– In-depth knowledge of routing and switching, including configuration and troubleshooting of BGP, OSPF and EIGRP.
– Relevant certifications preferred (e.g., CCNP Security, PCNSE etc.)

Preferred Qualifications:
– Experience with cloud network security (e.g., AWS, Azure)
– Familiarity with NAC, segmentation, and zero-trust principles

Please get in touch if interested :
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Overview

Position Title: Security Delivery Practitioner-Network Security

Required expertise: Experience SME level - 5-8 years

• Mid-Senior level

• Contract

• Consulting, Human Resources, and General Business

• Staffing and Recruiting, Business Consulting and Services, and Human Resources Services

What We Need
Oivan is looking for a Senior Network Security Engineer, preferred with experience in F5, PaloAlto and Fortinet security products such as WAF and NGFW

The candidate will implement and maintain network and security on IaaS cloud mainly Openstack. He should oversee network configuration, FW roles, IPSec and various VPN technologies.Oivan is looking for a passionate network and security engineer to join our talented pool of resources, with at least 5 years of experience in managing and troubleshooting network/security infrastructure

You will work as operation and Level-2 support engineer to fulfill daily requests coming from different internal departments and communicate with vendors and services providers for Level-3 support incidents

You will be based on-site at our customer's premises in Riyadh, KSA.

What You'll Do

• Experience in designing, planning, and implementing various secure network topologies using multivendor technologies (Cisco, PaloAlto …)
• Experience in implementing and managing perimeter security controls and solutions based on the recommendation from Cybersecurity department:
• WAN and LAN security
• Site to site VPN and remote VPN access
• Implementing FW policies and threat protection
• Security upgrades, patching, configuration backup
• Experience in implementation and manage of network technologies and services:
• DNS, DHCP, SYSLOG and IP address management and route optimization
• SNMP and xFlow, AAA, RADIUS and authentication platforms
• IGP (RIP, OSPF…) , BGP , gateway redundant protocol such as VRRP
• L2 ethernet switching network based on Cisco technology: Access and core, port-channel and trunk ports, uplink and access, VLANs, STP flavors and other loop-prevention technologies
• Wireless access point design, configuration and troubleshooting
• Providing level 2 support for access, core and perimeter infrastructure:
• Monitoring the KPI's for network and security physical and virtual appliances such as CPU, memory, link utilization, response time and throughput, and maintain the agreed level of operation health
• Security controls implementation, auditing and monitoring
• Incident handling, problem troubleshooting and reporting
• Experience in providing Level2 support, incident handling and root cause analysis reporting
• Continuously monitor web traffic and application behavior to detect, analyze, and respond to threats—leveraging both traditional network tools and application-layer firewalls.
• Managing the relation with vendors and service providers, support contract discussion and renewal, SLA tracking, and issues escalation
• Evaluate and remediate vulnerabilities related to web application threats (e.g., OWASP Top Ten), leveraging virtual patching and rapid policy adjustments when needed.
• Deploy network segmentation and policy enforcement strategies, ensuring defense-in-depth across layers through segmentation, VPNs, and secure remote access architectures.
• Leverage automation and scripting (e.g., Python, RegEx) for deployment, monitoring, and rule management of WAF and network security infrastructure.

What You Have

• Bachelor Degree in Computer Science / Network Engineering / Electronics or Equivalent qualification. Experience.
• Minimum 5 years of working experience in the same role
• Preferably Cisco Certified Professional (CCNP, CCSP)
• Good communication, interpersonal skills, self-motivated team player, capable of working with minimal supervision. Good service-oriented manner & Efficient problem solver
• Hands-on with multiple WAF platforms and deep knowledge of web application security.
• Familiarity with firewall configuration, network protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP/S), and related security services.
• Familiarity with IPSec, MPLS, and other VPN technologies and routing protocols
• Working onsite, Riyadh-Saudi Arabia

Who We Are
At Oivan, we appreciate different lifestyles and cultural backgrounds. We welcome diversity as a strength. We consider all applications equally regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, orientation or gender identity. We strongly encourage individuals from groups traditionally underrepresented in tech to apply Oivan company culture is reflective of our core values. The decisions we make today influence our tomorrow. We are sincere in our responsibility towards our employees, customers and the environment. Fellowship unites us as an international community of thinkers and doers. Throughout our hiring process, you'll have access to a broad representation of the Oivan team to get to know us as we learn about you.

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