Job summary
Parsons is hiring a Cybersecurity Specialist in Riyadh to manage project and business application security. The role covers operations, incident response, vulnerability management, vendor coordination, and compliance support.
Key responsibilities
- Manage cybersecurity operations for project systems and business applications
- Act as technical contact with vendors to develop cybersecurity solutions
- Develop, maintain, and audit cybersecurity systems and controls
- Protect workstations, servers, applications, and networks via hardening and updates
- Identify, assess, and mitigate threats and vulnerabilities
- Provide incident response, investigations, and recovery assistance
- Advise infrastructure and client/server teams on security requirements
- Support compliance with project, client, and regulatory cybersecurity requirements
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline
- Minimum 15 years progressive experience in cybersecurity or IT infrastructure
- Experience in cybersecurity operations, incident response, and vulnerability management
- Knowledge of network technologies including MPLS, VPN, and wireless
- Understanding of firewalls, access control, authentication, digital signatures
- Experience with domain structures and identity management
- Familiarity with NIST SP 800-53 and related frameworks
- Strong analytical and communication skills
Skills
Cybersecurity operationsIncident responseVulnerability managementNetwork technologies (MPLS/VPN/Wireless)Firewall administrationIdentity and access managementSecurity frameworks (NIST SP 800-53)Security monitoring toolsSystem hardeningRisk assessment
Source: Workday. Last checked as open: 13 Nov 2026. You apply directly with the employer.
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