Director - Tech Consulting - Cybersecurity - Threat Management & SOC - KSA 1

Director - Tech Consulting - Cybersecurity - Threat Management & SOC - KSA 1

Location : Riyadh

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Director / Partner - Cyber Security – Cyber Trust

Role Overview

As the Cyber Trust Sub-Competency Lead, you will shape and lead the vision, strategy, and execution of advanced Digital Identity, Access Management, and Data Security programs across the region. You will oversee large-scale trust transformation initiatives, driving innovation across IAM, PAM, PKI, Data Security, Cyber AI, and the Cybersecurity of Emerging Technologies, while advising C-suite leaders and regulators on building confidence in digital ecosystems.

This role requires strategic leadership, deep identity and security architecture expertise, commercial acumen, and people leadership to position the firm as the trusted market leader in Cyber Trust and Identity Security services.

The opportunity

We are seeking a visionary cybersecurity leader to build and lead the Cyber Trust practice across MENA.

You will define and execute strategies that enable trusted digital transformation through secure identity, privileged access, and data security architectures while helping governments, national entities, and enterprises establish resilient digital foundations.

This is a unique opportunity to shape national identity frameworks, lead large-scale IAM / PAM modernization programs, and deliver regulatory-aligned cryptography and data security solutions across the region.

Your key responsibilities

• Define and lead the regional Cyber Trust and Identity Security strategy across MENA, spanning IAM, PAM, Data Security, Cloud Security, and Cyber AI.
• Own the Cyber Trust sub-competency P&L, driving growth, innovation, and delivery excellence.
• Oversee large-scale IAM / PAM program implementations, from strategy and architecture to execution across SailPoint, Microsoft Entra, Okta, ForgeRock, CyberArk, and related platforms.
• Lead development and execution of service offerings across :
• Identity & Access Management : IGA, CIAM, PAM, MFA, Lifecycle & Role Management, Zero Trust Identity.
• Data Security & Cryptography : PKI, key management, DLP, data classification, encryption, cryptographic governance.
• Cloud Security & Compliance : Zero Trust Cloud, CSPM, workload identity protection, and data residency assurance.
• Cyber AI & AI Security : AI-driven identity analytics, adaptive authentication, risk-based access, and model assurance.
• Cybersecurity of Emerging Technologies : IoT, 5G, Quantum, Autonomous Systems, and Decentralized Identity.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to CISOs, CIOs, and regulators, providing executive guidance on identity, privilege, and data security transformation.
• Drive enterprise-scale IAM / PAM deployments, integrations, and migrations across hybrid and cloud environments.
• Ensure compliance with regional and international standards (NCA, ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, DORA) and align solutions with firm global frameworks.
• Lead proposal development, go‑to‑market initiatives, and pursuits focused on IAM / PAM and Data Security transformation.
• Build and mentor a high‑performing team of IAM architects, PAM engineers, and data security specialists across KSA, UAE, Qatar, and the wider MENA region.
• Collaborate with other cybersecurity sub-competencies (Cloud, SOC, Risk, and GRC) to deliver integrated trust and identity programs.

Skills and attributes for success

To qualify for the role, you must have

Ideally, you’ll also have

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer :

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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