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About the Cyber Defense Associate Role

Accenture Middle East is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Cyber Defense Associate to join our team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This entry-level position is designed for individuals with 0-1 years of experience who are looking to build a career in cybersecurity. The role involves monitoring security alerts, assisting with incident response, and contributing to the organization's overall security posture.

As a Cyber Defense Associate, you will collaborate with IT teams to maintain a secure environment, support compliance initiatives, and participate in the daily operations of our cybersecurity defenses. This is a full-time opportunity to gain practical experience in a dynamic field.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts generated by various tools, including SIEM, antivirus, endpoint protection, firewall, and email security systems.
• Review and escalate suspicious activities, phishing emails, malware alerts, and unauthorized access attempts to the appropriate teams.
• Assist in basic incident response activities, including evidence collection, documentation of findings, and support for remediation steps.
• Perform daily security checks and prepare operational security reports to track security status and trends.
• Support user access reviews to ensure access rights align with company policies and security best practices.
• Assist in vulnerability management activities by tracking open vulnerabilities and following up on their remediation.
• Maintain accurate cybersecurity documentation, logs, and incident records for auditing and analysis.
• Adhere to standard operating procedures for security monitoring and escalation processes.
• Support compliance with internal security policies and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with IT teams to effectively resolve security-related issues.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Diploma degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Networking, or a related field.
• A foundational understanding of core cybersecurity concepts, including malware, phishing, firewalls, vulnerabilities, and access control.
• Basic knowledge of networking concepts such as IP addresses, DNS, VPN, TCP/IP, and ports.
• Familiarity with Windows operating systems and fundamental IT troubleshooting skills.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively convey information and findings.
• Strong documentation skills to maintain accurate records and reports.
• A keen attention to detail to identify and address potential security threats.
• A strong willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and security challenges.
• Ability to work in shifts if required by operational needs.

Required Technical Skills

• SIEM
• Antivirus
• Endpoint Protection
• Firewall
• Email Security Systems
• Incident Response
• Vulnerability Management

Work Environment and Details

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role requires a commitment to continuous learning and adaptation within the cybersecurity field. The ability to work in shifts may be necessary to meet operational demands.