Cybersecurity Operations Engineer
Saudi Arabia
Full timeOn-site
Job description
We’re Hiring: Cybersecurity Operations Engineer
Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia (On-site)
Role Overview
We are looking for a skilled Cybersecurity Operations Engineer to join our security team. In this mid-level role, you will be responsible for securing our cloud infrastructure and driving a robust vulnerability management program. You will work closely with engineering, DevOps, and IT teams to identify risks, remediate vulnerabilities, and enforce security best practices across our cloud environments.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain security controls across OCI, ensuring alignment with best practices and regulatory requirements
- Monitor cloud environments for risks, misconfigurations, and threats, and respond to security incidents with timely remediation
- Manage IAM, network security, and secrets management to enforce strong access and data protection controls
- Embed security into CI/CD pipelines and collaborate with DevOps to drive DevSecOps practices
- Own the end-to-end vulnerability management lifecycle, including scanning, prioritization, remediation, and reporting
- Implement and manage security tools (SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, etc.), while performing system hardening across infrastructure and applications
- Support risk assessments, audits, and compliance activities, while maintaining security documentation and mentoring junior team members
Must have requirements
- 3–5 years of cybersecurity experience with a focus on cloud security and/or vulnerability management
- Hands-on experience with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), including IAM, networking, Cloud Guard, and Security Zones
- Proficiency in vulnerability scanning tools (e.g., Qualys, Tenable, Rapid7) and managing remediation workflows
- Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls, VPNs) and security frameworks such as SAMA CSF, PDPL, CIS Controls, and MITRE ATT&CK
- Experience with scripting/automation (Python, Bash, or PowerShell) combined with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Nice to Have (Highly Preferred)
- Relevant certifications such as Oracle Cloud Security Professional, OCI Architect (Associate/Professional), CCSP, CompTIA Security+, or equivalent
- Experience with OCI container security (OKE) and infrastructure-as-code security using Terraform
- Exposure to SIEM platforms and log analysis tools (e.g., Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel)
- Understanding of zero-trust architecture principles and modern security models
- Prior experience working in regulated industries such as financial services, healthcare, or government
What We Offer
- Competitive salary package with performance-based bonuses.
- Work in a regulated, high-impact fintech environment
- Exposure to enterprise-grade infrastructure and cybersecurity
- Direct involvement in audit, compliance, and resilience frameworks
- Career progression opportunities within a growth-oriented organization.
- Medical insurance and wellness programs
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.