
Chief Information Security Officer
Foreground · Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Our Client
Our client is a digital-first organisation operating critical platforms with high data sensitivity and regulatory oversight. Cybersecurity is a strategic priority for the business.
The Role
The Chief Information Security Officer will lead enterprise-wide cybersecurity strategy, risk management, and compliance. This role will oversee security architecture, governance frameworks, and incident response. A key mandate will be aligning cybersecurity posture with regulatory and national standards. The CISO will advise executive leadership and the board on cyber risk and resilience. The role will also manage third-party security providers and internal security teams.
Candidate Profile
Candidates must have senior cybersecurity leadership experience within regulated or enterprise environments. Strong exposure to risk frameworks, compliance, and security operations is essential. Experience in Saudi Arabia or similar regulatory markets is highly preferred. The ideal profile combines technical depth with executive communication skills. Industry certifications are strongly valued.
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