283 Cybersecurity Specialist jobs in Saudi Arabia

Overview

Help AG is looking for a talented and experienced Cybersecurity Specialist to join our Support Center team in KSA. This role focuses on break-and-fix support for cybersecurity products, including troubleshooting incidents, resolving technical issues, and delivering high-quality solutions to customers.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise with:

• Palo Alto Networks firewalls
• F5 Application Delivery Controllers
• Fortinet solutions
• OPSWAT
• Other related cybersecurity technologies

• Provide L2/L3 break-and-fix support for cybersecurity products including Palo Alto Firewalls, F5 devices, and related solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve configuration issues, hardware/software faults, and performance bottlenecks.
• Manage product tickets in line with defined SLAs, escalating to vendors when necessary.
• Perform root cause analysis (RCA) for recurring incidents and recommend preventive measures.
• Document incidents, troubleshooting steps, and resolutions in the Support Knowledge Base.
• Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to ensure timely resolution and service quality.
• Participate in 24x7 on-call rotations as required for critical issue handling.
• Provide technical guidance and best product practices to customers and internal teams.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
• Relevant certifications (preferred):

• Palo Alto (PCNSE/PCNSA)
• F5 Certified Administrator / Specialist
• CISSP, CISM, CISA, CCNP Security (advantageous)

• 2–5 years of experience in cybersecurity support, SOC, or NOC environments.
• Proven hands-on experience with:

• Palo Alto firewalls (policies, NAT, VPN, Panorama).
• F5 load balancers and WAF (LTM, ASM, iRules, SSL offloading).
• Security technologies (IPS/IDS, VPN, proxy, SSL inspection).

• Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/HTTPS, BGP, OSPF).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet SLA-driven timelines.
• Excellent communication in Arabic and English .
• Strong customer service orientation.

• Health insurance with one of the leading global providers for medical insurance.
• Career progression and growth through challenging projects and work.
• Employee engagement and wellness campaigns activities throughout the year.
• Tailored training & development program.

Help AG is the cybersecurity arm of e& enterprise (formerly Etisalat Digital) and provides leading enterprise businesses across the Middle East with strategic consultancy combined with tailored information security solutions and services that address their diverse requirements, enabling them to evolve securely with a competitive edge.

Present in the Middle East since 2004, Help AG was strategically acquired by e& (formerly Etisalat Group) in 2020, hence creating a cybersecurity and digital transformation powerhouse in the region.

Help AG has firmly established itself as the region's trusted IT security advisor by remaining vendor-agnostic, trustworthy, independent, and maintaining its focus on all aspects of cybersecurity.

With best-of-breed technologies from industry-leading vendor partners, expertly qualified service delivery teams and a state-of-the-art consulting practice, Help AG delivers unmatched value to its customers by strengthening their cyber defenses and safeguarding their business.

GDC Middle East (GDCME) is a Saudi company with80%ownership by the Public Investment Fund (PIF) and20%by Ajwa Aviation Holdings. Established in2015 with headquarters in Riyadh, GDCME specializes in the aircraft engineering sector. The company offers comprehensive solutions for aviation systems, operations, and support, distinguished by its capability to maintain aircraft to the highest quality and safety standards, meeting the technical challenges and global requirements in the aviation and defense industries.

The Cybersecurity Specialist is responsible for monitoring, detecting, and responding to security incidents to protect the organization's information systems and data. This role involves implementing security measures, conducting security assessments, and ensuring compliance with security policies and regulations.

1. Monitor security alerts and events to identify and respond to potential security incidents.
2. Conduct investigations and analysis of security breaches and incidents.
3. Implement and manage security tools and technologies to protect the organization's assets.
4. Perform regular security assessments and vulnerability scans to identify and mitigate risks.
5. Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and best practices.
6. Collaborate with IT teams to ensure secure configuration and management of systems and networks.
7. Provide guidance and support to cybersecurity staff on security-related issues and best practices.
8. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of emerging threats and security trends.
9. Prepare and present security reports to Line manager.
10. Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
11. Participate in the development and testing of incident response plans.
12. Promptly report any unsafe working conditions, faulty equipment, hazards/risks, injuries, or incidents related to personnel safety and environmental aspects.
13. To comply with cybersecurity policy, procedures, and awareness programs
14. To comply with GDC ME quality, health, safety and environmental policies and requirements.

We are a trusted recruitment partner for organizations across the Middle East. Established in 2016, we specialize in delivering unparalleled talent solutions by leveraging our strategic market presence and understanding of evolving industry dynamics.

Our customer is seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist to contribute to success in the Technical domain.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
• 3–7 years of relevant experience
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Proficiency with industry-standard tools/software
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Knowledge of compliance and governance standards
• Experience in the related industry
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams
• Fluency in English; Arabic is a plus
• Proven track record of delivering results
• Adaptability to fast-paced environments

We are a trusted recruitment partner for organizations across the Middle East. Established in 2016, we specialize in delivering unparalleled talent solutions by leveraging our strategic market presence and understanding of evolving industry dynamics.

Our customer is seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist to contribute to success in the Technical domain.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
• 3–7 years of relevant experience
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Proficiency with industry-standard tools/software
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Knowledge of compliance and governance standards
• Experience in the related industry
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams
• Fluency in English; Arabic is a plus
• Proven track record of delivering results
• Adaptability to fast-paced environments

GDC Middle East (GDCME) is a Saudi company with80%ownership by the Public Investment Fund (PIF) and20%by Ajwa Aviation Holdings. Established in2015 with headquarters in Riyadh, GDCME specializes in the aircraft engineering sector. The company offers comprehensive solutions for aviation systems, operations, and support, distinguished by its capability to maintain aircraft to the highest quality and safety standards, meeting the technical challenges and global requirements in the aviation and defense industries.

The Cybersecurity Specialist is responsible for monitoring, detecting, and responding to security incidents to protect the organization's information systems and data. This role involves implementing security measures, conducting security assessments, and ensuring compliance with security policies and regulations.

1. Monitor security alerts and events to identify and respond to potential security incidents.
2. Conduct investigations and analysis of security breaches and incidents.
3. Implement and manage security tools and technologies to protect the organization's assets.
4. Perform regular security assessments and vulnerability scans to identify and mitigate risks.
5. Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and best practices.
6. Collaborate with IT teams to ensure secure configuration and management of systems and networks.
7. Provide guidance and support to cybersecurity staff on security-related issues and best practices.
8. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of emerging threats and security trends.
9. Prepare and present security reports to Line manager.
10. Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
11. Participate in the development and testing of incident response plans.
12. Promptly report any unsafe working conditions, faulty equipment, hazards/risks, injuries, or incidents related to personnel safety and environmental aspects.
13. To comply with cybersecurity policy, procedures, and awareness programs
14. To comply with GDC ME quality, health, safety and environmental policies and requirements.

A cybersecurity specialist develops, implements, and manages security measures to protect an organization's computer systems, networks, and data from cyber threats.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ﷼15, ﷼30,000.00 per month

Help AG is looking for a talented and experienced
Cybersecurity Specialist
to join our Support Center team in KSA. This role focuses on
break-and-fix support
for cybersecurity products, including troubleshooting incidents, resolving technical issues, and delivering high-quality solutions to customers.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise with:

• Palo Alto Networks firewalls
• F5 Application Delivery Controllers
• Fortinet solutions
• OPSWAT
• Other related cybersecurity technologies

Responsibilities:

• Provide L2/L3 break-and-fix support for cybersecurity products including Palo Alto Firewalls, F5 devices, and related solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve configuration issues, hardware/software faults, and performance bottlenecks.
• Manage product tickets in line with defined SLAs, escalating to vendors when necessary.
• Perform root cause analysis (RCA) for recurring incidents and recommend preventive measures.
• Document incidents, troubleshooting steps, and resolutions in the Support Knowledge Base.
• Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to ensure timely resolution and service quality.
• Participate in 24x7 on-call rotations as required for critical issue handling.
• Provide technical guidance and best product practices to customers and internal teams.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
• Relevant certifications (preferred):

Palo Alto (PCNSE/PCNSA)
F5 Certified Administrator / Specialist
CISSP, CISM, CISA, CCNP Security
(advantageous).

• 2–5 years of experience in cybersecurity support, SOC, or NOC environments.
• Proven hands-on experience with:

Palo Alto firewalls (policies, NAT, VPN, Panorama).

F5 load balancers and WAF (LTM, ASM, iRules, SSL offloading).

Security technologies (IPS/IDS, VPN, proxy, SSL inspection).

• Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/HTTPS, BGP, OSPF).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet SLA-driven timelines.
• Excellent communication in Arabic and English.
• Strong customer service orientation.

Benefits

• Health insurance with one of the leading global providers for medical insurance.
• Career progression and growth through challenging projects and work.
• Employee engagement and wellness campaigns activities throughout the year.
• Tailored training & development program.

About Us
Help AG is the cybersecurity arm of e& enterprise (formerly Etisalat Digital) and provides leading enterprise businesses across the Middle East with strategic consultancy combined with tailored information security solutions and services that address their diverse requirements, enabling them to evolve securely with a competitive edge.

Present in the Middle East since 2004, Help AG was strategically acquired by e& (formerly Etisalat Group) in 2020, hence creating a cybersecurity and digital transformation powerhouse in the region.

Help AG has firmly established itself as the region's trusted IT security advisor by remaining vendor-agnostic, trustworthy, independent, and maintaining its focus on all aspects of cybersecurity.

With best of breed technologies from industry-leading vendor partners, expertly qualified service delivery teams and a state-of-the-art consulting practice, Help AG delivers unmatched value to its customers by strengthening their cyber defenses and safeguarding their business.

Company Description

NectarSource is an agile IT consulting and training partner for forward-thinking enterprises and individuals. As a leader in IT recruitment, corporate training, and digital workforce development, we help organizations bridge skill gaps and enhance workforce productivity. Our expertise includes Data Science, Data Analytics, AI/ML, ServiceNow, Mainframe, and other Digital Transformation technologies. With a diverse team of industry experts, we provide scalable training solutions and staffing services to meet the evolving needs of businesses worldwide. Our AI-powered learning and recruitment automation ensure clients achieve sustainable success in an ever-changing digital landscape.

Role Description

This is a full-time remote role for a Cybersecurity Specialist. The Cybersecurity Specialist will be responsible for monitoring and securing network and IT infrastructure, identifying and mitigating potential threats, conducting vulnerability assessments and penetration tests, and ensuring compliance with security policies and regulations. Additional responsibilities include developing security protocols, training staff on security best practices, and responding to security breaches.

Qualifications

• Network Security and IT Infrastructure skills
• Experience in Threat Mitigation and Vulnerability Assessments
• Proficiency in Penetration Testing and Security Compliance
• Knowledge of developing Security Protocols and Policies
• Ability to train staff on Security Best Practices and respond to Security Breaches
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CEH are a plus

Exciting Opportunity for a Cybersecurity Specialist

Location: Al-Khobar, Saudi Arabia

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role:

We are looking for a highly skilled Cybersecurity Specialist who can work across IT and OT environments, design secure infrastructures, manage day-to-day operations, and ensure compliance with Saudi Aramco CCC, NCA, and PDPL standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and configure Next-Generation Firewalls (FortiGate or equivalent).

• Handle routing protocols: OSPF, BGP, Policy-Based Routing.

• Configure and troubleshoot VPNs (SSL, site-to-site, branch-to-site).

• Secure DNS, Email, and Cloud environments, including Microsoft 365 and Dynamics 365.

• Protect OT networks in factory environments and ensure IT/OT segmentation.

• Conduct risk assessments, gap analysis, and audit reporting.

• Respond to security incidents and maintain incident response playbooks.

Optional: Support presales, solution design, and client consulting.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.

• 7–10 years of hands-on experience in IT and Cybersecurity, including OT environments.

• Strong experience with firewalls, DNS, Microsoft 365 security, and regulatory compliance.

• Preferred Certifications: CISSP, CISM, GIAC GICSP, ISO 27001, Fortinet NSE, Microsoft Security.

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently or in a team.

Why This Role?

• Work on cutting-edge IT & OT projects across multiple industries.

• Opportunity to grow your career in a dynamic, innovative environment.

• Make a real impact in cybersecurity and industrial operations.

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