# Cybersecurity Architect (Saudi Arabia)

**Company:** [Eram Talent](null/companies/tzUDnHLdko7WW8uF7Bwm7L.md)
**Location:** Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Contract
**Department:** SMP

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## Description

-   **Security Architecture Development:**

-   Design and implement a comprehensive cybersecurity architecture framework that aligns with business objectives and mitigates risks.
-   Create security guidelines and best practices to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of organizational data.

-   **Risk Assessment and Management:**

-   Conduct thorough risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and potential threats to the organization's information systems.
-   Develop strategies to manage and mitigate identified risks, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.

-   **Security Solutions Implementation:**

-   Oversee the deployment of security solutions and technologies, ensuring they are effectively integrated into existing systems.
-   Collaborate with IT teams to ensure the security architecture is effectively applied across projects and initiatives.

-   **Incident Response Planning:**

-   Develop and maintain incident response plans to address potential cybersecurity incidents and breaches.
-   Lead investigations of security incidents, ensuring lessons learned are documented and used to improve security posture.

-   **Training and Awareness:**

-   Provide training and awareness programs for staff to ensure they understand security policies and best practices.
-   Promote a culture of cybersecurity awareness within the organization.

## Requirements

-   10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on architecture and risk management.
-   Proven experience in designing and implementing cybersecurity frameworks for complex environments.
-   Strong knowledge of security standards and regulations such as ISO 27001, NIST, and GDPR.
-   Experience with security technologies including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption technologies.
-   Certification in relevant cybersecurity frameworks or architectures (e.g., CISSP, CISM, TOGAF).
-   Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
-   Effective communication skills to interact with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

**Education:** Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

**Certifications:** Preferred certifications include CISSP, CISM, or similar relevant cybersecurity certifications.