Cyber Security Architect

Hiring : Cyber Security Architect – PSAP | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Location : Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Client : Confidential

Payroll Company : NAZZTEC

Experience :

8–10 Years (KSA experience preferred)

Notice Period :

Immediate Joiners Preferred

Work Timings & Holidays :

As per KSA regulations

Role Overview :

We are seeking an experienced

Cyber Security Architect – PSAP

to join a prestigious client in Riyadh. This senior-level role involves leading the

design, implementation, and governance

of cybersecurity architecture in compliance with frameworks such as

SAMA Cybersecurity Framework

and

NCA Essential Cybersecurity Controls (ECC) .

The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise, regulatory understanding, and enterprise-level experience in mission-critical environments such as public safety, defense, or large-scale infrastructure programs.

Key Responsibilities :

Design, define, and maintain secure enterprise architecture and reference models.

Align cybersecurity initiatives with

SAMA, NCA ECC, and ISO 27001

compliance standards.

Ensure secure data flow, IAM, and system communication across critical infrastructure.

Conduct

threat modeling, design reviews, and security risk assessments .

Collaborate with IT, SOC, DevOps, and vendor teams for secure delivery.

Develop security blueprints for

cloud, on-prem, and hybrid environments .

Provide leadership in tools and domains :

SIEM, DLP, IAM, Endpoint, and Firewalls .

Ensure continuous compliance and audit readiness with

KSA cybersecurity regulations .

Act as

SME during audits, reviews, and incident response exercises .

Requirements :

Technical & Professional Skills :

8–10 years in

cybersecurity architecture

(public sector or large-scale programs preferred).

Proven experience within

KSA cybersecurity programs .

Strong expertise in :

Frameworks :

TOGAF, SABSA, Zero Trust

Standards :

SAMA CSF, NCA ECC, ISO 27001, NIST, COBIT

Network & Infrastructure Security (segmentation, encryption, firewalls)

Cloud Security (Azure, AWS) and hybrid architectures

Incident Response & Cyber Risk Management

Preferred Certifications :

SABSA / TOGAF / Open CA

– Enterprise Architecture

CISSP / CISM / CCSP

– Cybersecurity Architecture & Governance

ISO 27001 Lead Implementer / Auditor

SAMA / NCA Certified Practitioner

(preferred)

ITIL v4 Foundation

Personal Attributes :

Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset

Excellent communication and documentation skills in English (Arabic is a plus)

Leadership capability and ability to work independently

Willingness to work onsite in Riyadh and liaise with regulatory entities

Immediate availability preferred

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and be part of a mission-critical cybersecurity initiative in Saudi Arabia.

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