Cybersecurity Specialist (Saudi National)

About the Role

Parsons Corporation is seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist (Saudi National) to join their team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves managing cybersecurity operations for project information systems and business applications, ensuring the protection of sensitive information and compliance with security requirements. The specialist will contribute to cybersecurity improvement initiatives and provide technical guidance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage cybersecurity operations, including account administration, eDiscovery, incident response, policy compliance, and security technology implementation.
• Act as the primary technical point of contact with vendors and suppliers for developing cybersecurity solutions and providing recommendations to project management.
• Develop, maintain, and audit the technical and analytical aspects of cybersecurity systems and controls.
• Maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of workstations, servers, applications, and networks through effective account management, system hardening, and software updates.
• Support the secure operation of security technologies and ensure the protection of sensitive information using cybersecurity best practices and cryptographic principles.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities impacting corporate or client information assets.
• Provide cybersecurity support, guidance, training, and incident recovery assistance to end users and project teams.
• Lead and support investigations related to cybersecurity incidents and contribute to improvement initiatives.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and oversee the implementation of security controls and protective measures.
• Serve as a cybersecurity representative on project teams, technical reviews, and internal committees.
• Provide oversight and guidance to infrastructure and client/server teams on cybersecurity requirements, standards, and procedures.
• Monitor cybersecurity risks and recommend appropriate corrective and preventive actions.
• Support compliance with project, client, and regulatory cybersecurity requirements.

Qualifications and Experience

• Candidates must be a Saudi National.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in cybersecurity is required.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role involves working within project teams and collaborating with various stakeholders to maintain robust cybersecurity postures.