Cyber Security Manager

We are seeking an accomplished and visionary Director of Cybersecurity Engineering to join a leading computer software company based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This is a senior-level leadership role that offers a unique opportunity to shape and drive the cybersecurity posture of a dynamic and growing organization. If you are a strategic thinker with deep technical expertise and a proven track record in managing high-performing security teams, we invite you to be part of our mission to safeguard critical software systems and data.

The primary purpose of this role is to lead and oversee the cybersecurity engineering function, ensuring the protection of the company's software systems, infrastructure, and data assets. The Director will be responsible for managing technical cybersecurity teams, developing and executing robust security strategies, and operating within a senior management capacity to align security initiatives with broader business objectives.

• Lead and oversee the cybersecurity engineering function for the organization based in Riyadh
• Manage and mentor technical cybersecurity teams at a director level of experience
• Develop and implement comprehensive security strategies to protect software systems and data
• Design and engineer advanced security solutions to mitigate risks and vulnerabilities
• Collaborate with senior management to align security initiatives with business goals
• Establish and enforce security policies, standards, and best practices across the organization
• Conduct risk assessments and oversee incident response and recovery efforts
• Stay current with emerging threats and technologies to continuously improve the security posture

• Director-level experience in cybersecurity engineering
• Proven expertise in engineering security solutions
• Strong background in technical team management and leadership
• Experience in security strategy development and implementation
• Senior management experience within a software or technology company
• Deep understanding of software security, network security, and data protection
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH) are highly desirable