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Security Specialist
It Butler E-Services (Fz-Llc), Saudi Arabia

A degree in Electrical / Computer Engineering, Computer Science from a reputed university or similar approved qualifications from overseas. Any two certifications required from these: CISSP, CISA, CCSP, CCNP, MCSE, Security, ITIL, PMP.

General Responsibilities:
- Data Centre Security Specialists are the most technically advanced members of the SOC / NOC staff. In addition to the support functions, they participate in planning and design at the highest levels.
- Also includes mentoring and development of other staff members, as well as holding one or more sub-roles.
- They may also hold a shift supervisory role within the SOC / NOC.
- Third level technical support for fault management and customer provisioning.
- Design responsibilities for complex customer requirements.
- Interaction with vendors and support providers as needed.
- Participation in planning of services.
- Post problem analysis and maintenance of the knowledge base used in support.
- Approving authorities within the change management process.
- Information Security Consciousness and high degree of knowledge.
- Resolving security incidents, and implement controls and risk mitigation.

Job Specification

- Strong problem solving abilities.
- Organised planning and task prioritisation skills.
- Intimate familiarity with all service offerings of the SOC / NOC and ITB as a whole.
- Knowledge and acceptance of the business drivers behind the technologies.
- Information Security Leadership and best methods practice.
- Should have a minimum of 5 years Security Services design experience in best of the breeds' products.
- Experience of Telecom and ISP environments most preferred.
- Strong IP Networking is essential, including BGP, MPLS routing.
- Knowledge of IPSec, PKI, Anti-Virus, Content Filtering and Anti-Spam products, correlation Engine technologies.
- Should be familiar with the Federal Government security requirements, including Prime Ministerial and Cabinet directives for agency security.
- Should have some knowledge of programming and scripting languages (Perl, C++, Unix Scripting).
- Excellent communication/oral/written skills.
- Broad technical skills in UNIX, NT and Linux operating Systems.
- Team leadership abilities.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to interact with Sales, prospects & customers.

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Location: For the initial one year, work will be from Riyadh. From the second year onwards, remote working facilities will be available.

Interested candidates should reach out to:

Responsibilities

• Implement data encryption, access controls, and other security measures across data systems.
• Conduct regular security audits, vulnerability assessments, and risk assessments to identify potential threats.
• Monitor data security logs, analyze suspicious activity, and respond promptly to incidents.
• Develop and enforce policies for data privacy and security compliance with regulations.
• Collaborate with IT and risk management teams to identify and mitigate security risks.
• Ensure timely patch management and software updates to address vulnerabilities.
• Conduct security training and awareness sessions to promote data protection practices.
• Coordinate with third-party vendors to validate the security of external data services.

Experience

• 5+ years in data security administration.
• Experience with compliance frameworks like GDPR, HIPAA, etc.
• Experience applying data security in various databases.
• Proficiency with data security tools.
• Experience in encryption and masking techniques.
• Knowledge of the 4 A’s of data security: Authentication, Authorization, Auditing, and Availability.

Skills

• Knowledge of security tools and technologies (e.g., firewalls, encryption).
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity best practices.
• Excellent analytical and incident response skills.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, or a related field.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting

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The Cybersecurity Specialist is responsible for implementing, monitoring, and maintaining robust security measures to protect the organization's digital assets. This role focuses on identifying and mitigating cyber threats, responding to incidents, and ensuring compliance with security standards to safeguard data confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

Key Responsibilities:

Security Operations & Monitoring:

• Monitor security systems (e.g., SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR) for anomalies, security breaches, and suspicious activities.
• Analyze security logs and alerts to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities.
• Perform real-time incident response activities, including investigation, containment, eradication, and recovery.

Vulnerability Management:

• Conduct regular vulnerability scans and penetration tests on systems, networks, and applications.
• Analyze assessment results, prioritize remediation efforts, and work with IT teams to address identified weaknesses.

Policy & Compliance:

• Assist in the development, implementation, and enforcement of cybersecurity policies, procedures, and standards.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations, data protection laws, and internal security guidelines.
• Participate in internal and external security audits.
• Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies.
• Provide recommendations for security enhancements and proactive defense strategies.

Security Awareness:

• Contribute to the development and delivery of cybersecurity awareness training for employees.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain detailed documentation of security incidents, configurations, and procedures.
• Prepare regular reports on security posture, incidents, and compliance status.
• Collaborate with IT operations, network teams, development teams, and other departments to integrate security best practices into all aspects of the organization.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, information security, or IT security operations.

Technical Skills:

• Solid understanding of networking protocols, operating systems (Windows, Linux), and cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure).
• Experience with security tools such as SIEM (Security Information and Event Management), EDR (Endpoint Detection and Response), firewalls, anti-virus, and vulnerability scanners.
• Familiarity with incident response methodologies and digital forensics concepts.
• Knowledge of common cyberattack techniques (e.g., phishing, malware, DDoS) and mitigation strategies.

Certifications (Preferred):

• CompTIA Security+, CySA+, CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker), CCNA Security.
• Certifications like CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) are highly valued for more senior specialist roles.

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information.

Seniority level

• Seniority level Associate

Employment type

• Employment type Full-time

Job function

• Job function Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries Government Administration

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The Job Description

• DLP Expertise: In-depth knowledge of Forcepoint DLP solutions, including policy creation, incident handling, and system management.
• Networking Knowledge: Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, etc.), firewalls, proxies, and VPNs.
• Operating Systems: Proficiency in Windows, Linux, and possibly Mac OS for endpoint DLP deployment.
• Database Knowledge: Understanding of SQL, databases, and querying to analyze incidents or logs.
• Security Tools: Familiarity with other security tools like SIEMs (e.g., Splunk), IDS/IPS systems, and firewalls.
• Scripting: Experience with scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, etc.) for automation of tasks.

Requirements:

1. Problem-Solving: Strong troubleshooting skills, especially in identifying data leakage threats and resolving complex DLP issues.
2. Communication: Ability to communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders, providing clear insights into data protection strategies.
3. Customer Service: Experience in handling client issues, providing high-level support and consultation, and managing escalations effectively.
4. Project Management: Skills in managing DLP projects, including deployment, integration, and policy enforcement.
5. Certifications: Preferred but not always required in security domains such as CISSP, CISM, or vendor-specific certifications (Forcepoint).
6. Networking Certifications: Certifications like CCNA, CCNP may also be valuable.

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” The Job Description”

1. Develop, implement, and enforce cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures aligned with industry best practices and national compliance frameworks.
2. Lead the identification, analysis, and remediation of security incidents, vulnerabilities, and threats.
3. Oversee and maintain security solutions including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), endpoint protection, SIEM, and DLP tools.
4. Conduct regular risk assessments, penetration testing, and audits to evaluate the effectiveness of security controls.
5. Manage identity and access management (IAM) systems and enforce least-privilege principles.
6. Monitor network, application, and system logs for signs of anomalous or unauthorized activities.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering.
• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in IT security or cybersecurity roles.
• Saudi Nationality is required.
• Deep knowledge of cybersecurity technologies, architectures, and methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with firewalls, SIEM, IDS/IPS, DLP, endpoint protection, and encryption solutions.
• Strong understanding of networking, system security, and cloud security (e.g., AWS, Azure).
• Expertise in security compliance and regulatory frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, NCA ECC).
• Experience with forensic investigation tools and incident response processes.

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**Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility**

At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility.

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Develop and maintain the Security Management System for Middle East Security and handle the security risk assessment, security training/awareness and act as a security Subject Matter Expert for all other activities.

**Duties**:

- Develop all management system documentation including written instruction, guidelines, procedures, policies, plans and any other required document and ensure effective implementation.
- Design On-Job-Training program for all security personnel to enhance the working skills, and competencies for security personnel and help in designing programs aimed at promoting and raising general awareness and understanding of security related policies and procedures.
- Carries out security performance assessment and audit reviews for the security functions.
- Carries out security risk assessments and analyze security incident statistics, nonconformities, observations, risks, vulnerability and identifying trends and recommend improvement plans.
- Review security plans, drawings, design, systems and equipments and provide technical evaluation assessment.
- Interact with internal and external parties for security requirements and support when required.
- When assigned, handle investigation activities and provide preliminary and final reports with action and recommendations.
- Perform any job-related activities as requested or assigned by the immediate manager.

**Requirements**:

- EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s degree in related field.
- EXPERIENCE:
Six plus (6+) years in security related role.
- LANGUAGE:
Excellent command of oral and written English is required.
- Preferred Training and Certificates

Security Advanced Training

Incident Investigation Training
- Other requirements

Preemployment Criminal Check.

Saudi Arabian Driving License.

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**Cyber Security Specialist job profile**:
**Cyber Security Specialist duties and responsibilities**:

- Maintain and update the organization’s risk register, including identifying and assessing cybersecurity risks, developing and implementing risk mitigation strategies, and monitoring and reporting on risk management activities.
- Conduct maturity level assessments of the organization’s cybersecurity program to identify areas for improvement.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable cybersecurity regulations, including developing and implementing policies and procedures, conducting training, and monitoring and reporting on compliance activities.
- Verify penetration test findings and work with remediation teams to address any identified vulnerabilities.
- Administer the organization’s WAF, including configuring rules, monitoring traffic, and responding to alerts.
- Follow up with audits and provide evidence of compliance with cybersecurity requirements.
- Develop and deliver cybersecurity awareness training to employees.
- Stay up-to-date on the latest cybersecurity threats and trends.

**Cyber Security Specialist requirements and qualifications**:

- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or a related field.
- 2+ years of experience in a cybersecurity role.
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity concepts and principles, including risk management, compliance, penetration testing, and WAF administration.
- Experience with cybersecurity tools and technologies.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Applicants to this role must have work authorization in Saudi Arabia as this role is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 10 years of experience with cloud native architecture in a customer-facing or support role.
• Experience in cybersecurity matters (e.g. threat detection, malware intelligence, cloud security posture management, Identity and Access Management systems).
• Experience engaging with, and presenting to, technical stakeholders and executive leaders.
• Ability to communicate fluently in Arabic to support client relationship management in this region.
  
  

Preferred qualifications:

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, a technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Certification in cloud or in a security industry.
• Experience implementing security solutions for enterprises (e.g. threat detection and hunting, malware intelligence, cloud security posture management, or Identity and Access Management systems).
• Knowledge of product and solution market trends in the cybersecurity industry (e.g. ransomware, attack frameworks, zero trust, etc.).
  
  

About the job When leading companies choose Google Cloud, it's a huge win for spreading the power of cloud computing globally. Once educational institutions, government agencies, and other businesses sign on to use Google Cloud products, you come in to facilitate making their work more productive, mobile, and collaborative. You listen and deliver what is most helpful for the customer. You assist fellow sales Googlers by problem-solving key technical issues for our customers. You liaise with the product marketing management and engineering teams to stay on top of industry trends and devise enhancements to Google Cloud products.

As a Technical Sales Specialist, you will partner with technical Sales teams as a cybersecurity subject matter expert to differentiate Google Cloud and security solutions to customers. You will help prospective and existing customers and partners understand the power of Google Cloud, develop creative cloud solutions and architectures to solve their business challenges, engage in proofs of concepts, and troubleshoot any technical questions and roadblocks related to cybersecurity. You will use your expertise and presentation skills to engage with customers to understand their business and technical requirements, and persuasively present practical and useful solutions on Google Cloud. You will have excellent technical, communication and organizational skills. You will partner with internal engineering stakeholders to improve products and build solutions, optimizing for results when in production and identifying innovative ways to multiply your impact and the impact of the team as a whole. You will be a part of a team of Google employees working in an environment of respect where we promote equal opportunities to succeed.Google Cloud accelerates every organization’s ability to digitally transform its business and industry. We deliver enterprise-grade solutions that leverage Google’s cutting-edge technology, and tools that help developers build more sustainably. Customers in more than 200 countries and territories turn to Google Cloud as their trusted partner to enable growth and solve their most critical business problems.

Responsibilities

• Work with the team to identify and qualify business opportunities, understand key customer technical objections, and develop the strategy to resolve technical blockers.
• Share in-depth security expertise to support the technical relationship with customers, including technology advocacy, support bid responses, product and solution briefings, proof-of-concept work, and partner directly with product management to prioritize solutions impacting customer adoption to Google Cloud.
• Work with Google Cloud products to demonstrate and prototype integrations in customer and partner environments.
• Recommend integration strategies, enterprise architectures, platforms, and application infrastructure required to successfully implement a complete solution on Google Cloud.
• Travel to customer sites, conferences, and other related events as required, act as a public advocate for Google Cloud
  
  
  

Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form . #J-18808-Ljbffr

Applicants to this role must have work authorization in Saudi Arabia as this role is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.
**Minimum qualifications:**
+ Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
+ 10 years of experience with cloud native architecture in a customer-facing or support role.
+ Experience in cybersecurity matters (e.g. threat detection, malware intelligence, cloud security posture management, Identity and Access Management systems).
+ Experience engaging with, and presenting to, technical stakeholders and executive leaders.
+ Ability to communicate fluently in Arabic to support client relationship management in this region.
**Preferred qualifications:**
+ Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, a technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
+ Certification in cloud or in a security industry.
+ Experience implementing security solutions for enterprises (e.g. threat detection and hunting, malware intelligence, cloud security posture management, or Identity and Access Management systems).
+ Knowledge of product and solution market trends in the cybersecurity industry (e.g. ransomware, attack frameworks, zero trust, etc.).
When leading companies choose Google Cloud, it's a huge win for spreading the power of cloud computing globally. Once educational institutions, government agencies, and other businesses sign on to use Google Cloud products, you come in to facilitate making their work more productive, mobile, and collaborative. You listen and deliver what is most helpful for the customer. You assist fellow sales Googlers by problem-solving key technical issues for our customers. You liaise with the product marketing management and engineering teams to stay on top of industry trends and devise enhancements to Google Cloud products.
As a Technical Sales Specialist, you will partner with technical Sales teams as a cybersecurity subject matter expert to differentiate Google Cloud and security solutions to customers. You will help prospective and existing customers and partners understand the power of Google Cloud, develop creative cloud solutions and architectures to solve their business challenges, engage in proofs of concepts, and troubleshoot any technical questions and roadblocks related to cybersecurity. You will use your expertise and presentation skills to engage with customers to understand their business and technical requirements, and persuasively present practical and useful solutions on Google Cloud. You will have excellent technical, communication and organizational skills. You will partner with internal engineering stakeholders to improve products and build solutions, optimizing for results when in production and identifying innovative ways to multiply your impact and the impact of the team as a whole. You will be a part of a team of Google employees working in an environment of respect where we promote equal opportunities to succeed.Google Cloud accelerates every organization's ability to digitally transform its business and industry. We deliver enterprise-grade solutions that leverage Google's cutting-edge technology, and tools that help developers build more sustainably. Customers in more than 200 countries and territories turn to Google Cloud as their trusted partner to enable growth and solve their most critical business problems.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Work with the team to identify and qualify business opportunities, understand key customer technical objections, and develop the strategy to resolve technical blockers.
+ Share in-depth security expertise to support the technical relationship with customers, including technology advocacy, support bid responses, product and solution briefings, proof-of-concept work, and partner directly with product management to prioritize solutions impacting customer adoption to Google Cloud.
+ Work with Google Cloud products to demonstrate and prototype integrations in customer and partner environments.
+ Recommend integration strategies, enterprise architectures, platforms, and application infrastructure required to successfully implement a complete solution on Google Cloud.
+ Travel to customer sites, conferences, and other related events as required, act as a public advocate for Google Cloud
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also and If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form: