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Cyber Security Analyst Jobs in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia at Albawani | البواني
Title: Cyber Security Analyst
Company: Albawani | البواني
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Role Purpose:
The Cybersecurity Analyst is responsible for assessing, identifying, and mitigating potential security threats to safeguard the organization’s information systems. This role designs and implements security protocols, monitors for breaches, coordinates with external vendors, and ensures the timely delivery of defences against cyber threats. The position plays a key role in maintaining compliance, minimizing risks, and supporting the company’s digital resilience strategy.
Key Activities:
- Test and analyze assets for potential security threats using tools such as CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender, and remote access tools.
- Identify possible security threats and determine appropriate security measures.
- Design, implement, and maintain security protocols, policies, plans, and systems to address all cybersecurity risks.
- Run risk assessments, perform security tests, and design proactive countermeasures to eliminate potential risks.
- Create contingency plans for potential breaches and coordinate incident response efforts.
- Produce and present security reports, analyses, and recommend remediations to management.
- Serve as the primary liaison with third-party security vendors to ensure timely delivery of security services.
- Communicate technical security details in a clear, business-friendly manner to internal and external stakeholders.
- Stay updated on the latest security tools, technologies, and trends.
- Recommend enhancements to existing and future security systems to support business needs.
Necessary Knowledge and Experience:
- Hands-on experience with M365 suite, Microsoft Defender, CrowdStrike Falcon Complete, and Next-Gen SIEM.
- Strong understanding of endpoint security, coding for security architecture, and incident response.
Education and Certification Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
- Recognized Information Security Certification (CISSP preferred).