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About the GRC Specialist Role

Mina Excellence is seeking a GRC (Governance, Risk & Compliance) Specialist to join our team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This is a full-time position focused on supporting our cybersecurity consulting and compliance services. The specialist will play a key role in helping organizations establish effective governance frameworks, assess cybersecurity risks, ensure compliance with local and international standards, and strengthen their overall security posture. This role requires a strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, risk management principles, and regulatory requirements specific to Saudi Arabia.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures.
• Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments and manage risk registers.
• Perform compliance and gap assessments against frameworks such as NCA ECC, SAMA CSF, ISO 27001, and NIST CSF.
• Support clients in implementing governance and compliance programs.
• Prepare audit documentation and coordinate internal and external cybersecurity audits.
• Track remediation plans and ensure timely closure of compliance findings.
• Conduct third-party and vendor security assessments.
• Prepare governance reports, risk dashboards, and executive presentations.
• Support awareness initiatives related to cybersecurity governance and compliance.
• Stay current with cybersecurity regulations and emerging best practices.

Educational and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in Governance, Risk & Compliance.

Technical Knowledge and Frameworks

• Demonstrated knowledge of Saudi cybersecurity regulations, including NCA ECC and SAMA CSF.
• Experience with industry frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST CSF, COBIT, or CIS Controls.
• Proven experience supporting cybersecurity audits and risk management activities.

Professional Skills and Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent documentation and report-writing abilities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• A proactive mindset with a passion for governance and continuous improvement.

Preferred Certifications

Candidates with professional certifications are preferred. These include, but are not limited to:

• ISO 27001 Lead Auditor/Implementer
• CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor)
• CRISC (Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control)
• CGRC (Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance)