Cybersecurity Manager

The cybersecurity manager protects business systems and information by coordinating security architecture, risk management and improvement initiatives. The role helps translate security requirements into practical controls, manages projects and collaborates with technology and business teams to reduce cyber risk. This position is part of cybersecurity governance, architecture and risk and contributes to reliable, professional day-to-day delivery. The successful candidate will follow established procedures, maintain accurate information and work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve agreed standards.

Key Responsibilities

The main responsibilities include the following:

• Assess security risks and coordinate mitigation plans across applications, infrastructure and business processes.
• Guide security architecture reviews and ensure systems align with approved standards and controls.
• Manage cybersecurity projects, milestones, vendors and stakeholder communications.
• Monitor findings, vulnerabilities, incidents and corrective actions with relevant technical teams.
• Maintain policies, evidence and management reporting that support governance and assurance.

A practical understanding of the function, sound prioritisation and timely escalation will help protect quality, safety, cost and customer commitments.

Requirements and Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in information systems, cybersecurity or a related field is relevant.
• Approximately four to six years of cybersecurity experience is a useful benchmark.
• Knowledge of frameworks such as NIST, CIS, CSA or applicable national cybersecurity controls is beneficial.
• Arabic and English communication, project coordination and risk-analysis skills are advantageous.

Candidates should show relevant experience, learn local procedures quickly and meet any required statutory or professional standards.

Skills and Competencies

The role needs risk-based thinking, technical literacy, communication and sound project management. The manager should be able to explain risk clearly, coordinate control owners and balance security needs with business delivery and operational realities.

Employment Details

Employer: Almarai. Work location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Employment terms, working schedule, compensation and benefits should be confirmed with the employer during recruitment.