Cyber Security Consultant

About the Role

Socium - Teams Done Differently is partnering with a leading consulting firm to find an OT Cybersecurity Compliance Consultant. This contract position is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and will support an ongoing project with an initial duration of nine months, with potential for extension.

Role Overview

The consultant will be responsible for supporting the implementation and assessment of Operational Technology (OT) cybersecurity compliance. This role requires a focus on aligning practices with the Saudi Arabia National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) OT Cybersecurity Controls (OTCC) within an onsite work setup in Riyadh.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and assessment of OT cybersecurity compliance in alignment with NCA OTCC.
• Conduct OT cybersecurity compliance assessments, gap analyses, and risk evaluations.
• Develop and maintain cybersecurity policies, procedures, and compliance documentation aligned with NCA OTCC requirements.
• Collaborate with technical teams and stakeholders to identify compliance gaps and recommend remediation measures.
• Support cybersecurity audits, regulatory assessments, and compliance reporting.

Qualifications and Requirements

• 4–8 years of relevant experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on OT security, governance, risk, and compliance.
• Mandatory: Hands-on experience implementing, assessing, or ensuring compliance with NCA OTCC.
• Good understanding of OT/ICS environments, industrial control systems, and associated cybersecurity risks.
• Experience conducting compliance assessments, gap analyses, and remediation planning.
• Consulting experience is an advantage.

Required Skills

• Strong stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in documentation.
• Effective communication skills.

Work Environment

This is an onsite contract position located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, within the consulting industry. The role requires dedicated work on the project for an initial period of nine months.