Lead Specialist, Cybersecurity Architect II
Ma'aden
- Location
- Riyadh, SA
- Work mode
- On-site
- Seniority
- Lead
- Sector
- Big corporate
- Posted
- August 2, 2026
Job description
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Lead Specialist, Cybersecurity Architect II
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Job ID: 8373
Full time
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Description
Maaden, established in 1997, is one of the fastest-growing mining companies in the world and the largest multi-commodity mining and metals company in the Middle East. We are leading the development of the mining industry to become the third pillar of Saudi Arabia’s economy by building a world-class, unique, and fully integrated mining value chain.
We are pleased to share an exciting opportunity for the below mentioned position. This role offers a chance to contribute to our ambitious growth and play a key part in shaping the future of mining in the Kingdom.
Job Purpose:
The Cyber Security Architect works across the entire Cyber Security division. This position is responsible for defining and managing enterprise Cyber security architecture overall Maaden Corporate and Business Units in Saudi Arabia, India, Malawi, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, South Africa and Mauritius.
Key Accountabilities:
- Design, assess and execute the Enterprise Cybersecurity Architecture to effectively support Maaden Cybersecurity posture and digitization plans.
- Provide SME technology guidance, road maps, principles, standards, and best practices to deliver and maintain the Cyber Security Architecture strategic roadmap.
- Build the enterprise security architecture and participate in the design reviews of Maaden mega projects and expansion plans.
- Ensure appropriate technical standards and security controls are defined for the group IT infrastructure and applications as well as cross group assets.
- Perform evaluation and selection of new security solutions.
- Support the implementation of new digital and technology solutions.
- Reports key Security Architecture issues for escalation and decision.
- Manage Cybersecurity risk assessments and impact analysis activities in line with Maaden ERM frameworks and guidelines.
- Manage and maintain Maaden Cybersecurity Architecture framework, policies, and standards.
- Act as an architecture board member in relevant Maaden technology boards.
- Key SME of the Cyber Security Architecture ‘Competence Centers’ that will serve as best practice authority on methodologies and procedures.
- Mentor and coach, the team both technically and managerial.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Management Information System, Computer Engineering or any other related field. An advance degree is desirable.
Minimum Experience:
- Minimum of 5-8 years' related experience in Cybersecurity, IT.
Skills:
- Cybersecurity Risk Management
- ISO 27005 - Risk Management
- ISA/IEC 62443
- Enterprise Security Architecture (SABSA)
- IT/Solution Architecture
- Security Architecture Controls
- Project Management
- Cloud Security
Benefits
1. Career Growth
2. Competitive Salaries
3. Comprehensive Package
4. Inclusive Work Environment
5. Work-Life Balance
6. Employee wellness
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