Our Client is a world-leading global railway company with an extensive organization in Germany and projects around the world. Our client offers technically sophisticated and customized infrastructure, mobility and transport solutions. Looking to Hire Cyber Security Specialist at Riyadh, KSA Location.

Your responsibilities:

• Review and assess cybersecurity designs, technical submittals, and architecture proposals to ensure compliance with project cybersecurity requirements (ISO/IEC 27002, IEC 62443, KSA NCA)
• Conduct cyber risk assessments covering attacks, threats, vulnerabilities, and potential impacts across all metro digital systems
• Develop, review, and validate cybersecurity frameworks including the Methodological Framework, Initial Risk Analysis, and Security Policy as required by the Employer
• Ensure network, data, and communication systems are protected against unauthorized access, eavesdropping, spoofing, malware, hacking, and Denial‑of‑Service attacks
• Support the design and implementation of access control mechanisms (authentication, authorization, cryptographic key validation) in accordance with IEEE 802.1X and other relevant standards
• Coordinate cybersecurity requirements and audits with PMCM teams, D&B Contractor, system integrators, and other stakeholders to ensure system‑wide protection and compliance
• Review and approve cybersecurity elements for network security plans, operational guidelines, and system-level protections ensuring end-to-end integrity and confidentiality
• Prepare documentation, reports, and recommendations related to cybersecurity compliance, non‑conformities, audits, and risk mitigation actions for Employer review.

Your profile:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Security, Systems Engineering, or a related discipline, with 15+ years of relevant professional experience
• Proven experience in cybersecurity for metro, rail, critical infrastructure, or large-scale industrial systems, including threat mitigation, cyber risk assessment, and security architecture design
• Strong understanding of international cybersecurity frameworks, especially ISO/IEC 27002, IEC 62443, and KSA NCA national cybersecurity requirements
• Demonstrated ability to analyze, review, and validate cybersecurity documentation, risk studies, network security plans, and system and subsystem security controls
• Experience implementing access control systems, data protection measures, encryption, authentication, and intrusion detection/prevention mechanisms
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills for identifying vulnerabilities, evaluating cyber threats, and recommending effective mitigation measures
• Excellent coordination and communication skills, enabling collaboration with design teams, contractors, system integrators, and Employer representatives across a multi‑contract environment
• High level of professional integrity, attention to detail, and adaptability to manage cybersecurity challenges in a complex, fast‑moving mega‑project