Senior Cybersecurity Specialist

Job Description : Senior Cybersecurity Specialist (Potential Leader) Company :

Dal Job Type :

Full-Time Nationality :

Saudi Dal is a Saudi-born SaaS RegTech company powering the financial sector with advanced compliance and governance solutions. We combine regulatory expertise with modern technology to deliver products like AML, KYC, CRM, and risk management—built to help Financial Institutions and FinTechs launch, grow, and stay compliant with ease. Our platform is designed as a one-stop shop : scalable, API-driven, and built to integrate seamlessly with the Saudi financial ecosystem. At Dal, we’re not just offering services—we’re building technology that enables institutions to move confidently and keep pace with Vision 2030. We are looking for a passionate and hands-on Cybersecurity Specialist to build and fortify our security posture from the ground up. The Role This is a foundational role for a technical expert who thrives in a start-up environment. You will be the primary owner of our security infrastructure, responsible for architecting, implementing, and operating our core security controls. You will move beyond monitoring and governance to actively building resilient systems that protect our sensitive advisory data and our proprietary AML platform. Your work will be critical in maintaining the trust of our prestigious clients and adhering to regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities Security Architecture & Design :

Develop and maintain the company's security architecture framework, principles, and standards. Design and review solutions for infrastructure, cloud deployments, and new products to ensure they are secure by design. Define and oversee strategies for Identity & Access Management (IAM), Privileged Access Management (PAM), and data protection, ensuring compliance with

PDPL . Technical Leadership & Implementation :

Architect, implement, and optimize core security technologies, including SIEM, EDR, Firewalls, DLP, and MDM. Conduct threat modeling and technical risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and define mitigation strategies. Guide the integration of security into the CI / CD pipeline and promote DevSecOps practices. Compliance & Governance :

Ensure architectural designs align with relevant regulatory requirements and frameworks, including

SAMA, NCA regulations, PDPL, NIST CSF, and ISO 27001 . Review architectural changes, new integrations, and network modifications for security implications. Partner with IT, development, and product teams to provide security guidance from project inception. Mentor team members on secure design best practices and act as a key technical authority during incident response. Qualifications & Experience Must-Have : Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field. 3+ years of hands-on experience

in a security architecture or senior security engineering role, with a proven track record of designing and implementing security solutions. Strong expertise in security domains : cloud security, network security, application security, and IAM / PAM. Hands-on experience with key security technologies (e.g., SIEM, EDR, Firewalls, DLP). Fluency in English. Experience in the financial technology or services sector. Demonstrable knowledge and experience implementing controls for Saudi Arabian regulations, specifically SAMA, NCA, and PDPL. Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or cloud security certifications. Fluency in Arabic. What We Offer Competitive Package :

Attractive salary, potential equity participation, and highest-tier health insurance coverage. High Growing Potential :

A unique opportunity to build and lead the security function in a fast-growing fintech / regtech startup. Impact & Purpose :

Direct influence on safeguarding products trusted by leading financial institutions in Saudi Arabia. Culture First :

A collaborative, fast-paced, and learning-driven environment — because culture eats strategy for breakfast.

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