Job Overview

Security Architect – Digital Infrastructure & Cyber Defence

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Cybersecurity | Banking Technology | Digital Infrastructure
Department: Information Security

Position Overview

A rapidly growing financial organization in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced Security Architect to lead the design and implementation of secure technology solutions across enterprise infrastructure, digital banking platforms, cloud environments, and critical business applications.

The successful candidate will provide architectural leadership for cybersecurity initiatives, ensuring that new technologies are designed with security at their core while supporting digital transformation and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop enterprise cybersecurity architecture frameworks.

• Design secure cloud and hybrid infrastructure solutions.

• Lead architecture assessments for digital transformation projects.

• Implement security controls for enterprise applications.

• Define network and infrastructure security standards.

• Develop security reference architectures and technical documentation.

• Integrate security into DevOps and software development processes.

• Support identity governance and privileged access management.

• Conduct threat modelling exercises.

• Collaborate with infrastructure and application teams.

• Ensure compliance with internal security policies.

• Evaluate emerging cybersecurity technologies.

• Support penetration testing and vulnerability remediation.

• Provide technical guidance during security incidents.

• Mentor junior security professionals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or related discipline.

• Minimum of 7 years of cybersecurity experience.

• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms and enterprise security technologies.

• Knowledge of networking, virtualization, encryption, and secure architecture principles.

• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Core Competencies

• Enterprise Security

• Security Architecture

• Cloud Security

• Identity Management

• Network Security

• Threat Modelling

• Risk Management

• DevSecOps

• Secure Design

• Regulatory Compliance

• Leadership

• Technical Consulting

Benefits

• Attractive remuneration package.

• Annual incentives.

• Medical insurance.

• Housing allowance.

• Professional development funding.

• Leadership training.

• Annual leave benefits.

• Career progression opportunities.

Why Apply?

This role provides an excellent opportunity to influence enterprise cybersecurity strategy while supporting innovative technology initiatives that strengthen the resilience and security of modern digital financial services.

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