Cyber Security Governance Lead

**The Job in a Nutshell**

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Cyber Security Governance Lead to join our growing team. The purpose of this role is to work with the Cyber Security team in the delivery of secure systems and implement proportionate controls by working with various teams and 3rd party vendors. The role is broadly split between providing day to day operational support and project-based work leading to the development and deployment of new information/cyber security services

**What Will You Do❓**
- Lead the technical compliance efforts with regulators like SAMA and NCA.
- Embedding security requirements into all stages of the software development life cycle/delivery methodologies.
- Ensure that both Applications and Infrastructure are delivered in a consistently safe fashion
- Identify new security opportunities and challenges and ensure action is taken to eradicate risks
- Promote awareness of strategic initiatives and encourage self-sustaining security practices and behaviors within delivery teams.
- Operate as a key member of the Technical Design Authority
- Implement technical risk management controls of threats and incidents
- Leading the internal IT function on security processes
- Implement best practices for Secure Design, Threat Modeling
- Safeguards information system assets by identifying and solving potential and actual security problems.
- Undertake assurance assessments of Third-Party suppliers
- Provide expert technical support during incidents
- Aligning IT risk management to the organization's overall approach and ensuring process implementation, including training
- Reviewing existing technical Environment globally, propose changes, managing changes to improve IT Security
- Protects systems by defining access privileges, control structures, and resources.
- Take ownership and responsibility for implementing cyber security projects across the team and department.
- Implements security improvements by assessing current situation; evaluating trends; anticipating requirements.
- Demonstrate resilience under very demanding pressures and circumstances

**What Are We Looking For❓**
- Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in cyber security, preferably in a governance or compliance role.
- Strong understanding of SAMA cyber security framework.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across different departments and levels.
- Good understanding of IT Infrastructure.
- Strong writing and documentation skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

**Who Will Excel❓**
- Project management experience is desirable.
- Experience with security awareness and training programs is a plus.
- Experience working in a regulated environment is preferred.
- Certifications such as Security+ or ISC² CC are a plus.

**What We Offer You❗**

**_ We believe you will love working at Foodics_**
- We have an inclusive and diverse culture that encourages innovation and flexibility in remote, in-office, and hybrid work setups.
- We offer highly competitive compensation packages, including bonuses and the potential for shares.
- Out of Country Work: We offer the option to work outside of your country of employment for up to 30 days annually.
- We prioritize personal development and offer regular training and an annual learning stipend to tackle new challenges and grow your career in a hyper-growth environment.
- Join a talented team of over 30 nationalities working in 14 countries, and gain valuable experience in an exciting industry.
- We offer autonomy, mentoring, and challenging goals that create incredible opportunities for both you and the company.