Associate Cybersecurity Analyst- SMP Opportunity with Saudi Aramco

About the Role
Join the SMP opportunity with the company as an Associate Cybersecurity Analyst. This role is based in Dhahran and is part of a comprehensive cybersecurity initiative aimed at enhancing the security posture of operational technology and industrial control systems. You will be involved in monitoring, managing, and improving cybersecurity measures while gaining hands-on experience in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Gain knowledge and understanding of networking and operating systems
• Familiarize with security concepts (authentication and authorization)
• Understand log monitoring and alerts tools
• Develop foundational knowledge of industrial automation, control, and measurement concepts and terminology
• Comprehend OT/ICS architecture: zones/conduits, segmentation, DMZs, Purdue model, major OEM vendor architectures (DCS and SCADA)
• Learn OT/ICS protocols (e.g., Modbus, DNP3, OPC-DA/UA, IEC 61850), enterprise protocols (SMB, Kerberos, LDAP, SSH), Ethernet, and TCP/IP stack
• Keep updated on industry and regulatory standards, including ISA/IEC 62443, NIST 800-82, NCA OTCC
• Gain experience with OT visibility & detection, endpoint protection, vulnerability management, and patch management platforms
• Integrate OT/ICS threat intelligence (TTPs, IOCs, etc.) into the operational environment
• Troubleshoot OT endpoint and device integration with cybersecurity platforms and tools
• Review endpoint and device event logs to support incident response activities
• Acquire basic knowledge of security hardening of systems, networks, and endpoints.

Work Schedule

• Full-time

Work Location

• Dhahran

Benefits Offered

• Competitive Basic Salary + Overbase
• Adequate Health Insurance
• Annual Leave & Public Holidays
• Annual Flight Tickets for Expats

Qualifications

• Preferred Major Bachelor’s degree in:
  • Computer Engineering
  • Cybersecurity
  • Computer Sciences
• Preferred University:
  • King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM)
  • Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University
  • Prince Mohammad University
• GPA Scale:
  • 4 Scale GPA: Minimum threshold 3.0
  • 5 Scale GPA: Minimum threshold 4.0

Skills Required

• Excellent written & verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of network protocols and system administration (Windows/Linux).
• Experience with SIEM/SOAR (Splunk)
• Proficiency in Windows desktop and server OS
• Familiarity with Active Directory (identity and access management, group policy, hardening)
• Skills in Shell Scripting (Powershell, Batch, Python)
• Knowledge of Network OS (JunOS, Cisco IOS)
• Understanding of Firewalls (Juniper, Palo Alto, Fortigate)
• Experience with packet analysis (Tshark, TCPdump, Wireshark)
• Ability to manage secure network infrastructure, including firewalls, switches, and secure gateways.
• Basic knowledge of incident response and threat intelligence handling.
• Skills in preparing and reviewing technical documentation, including security plans and compliance reports.
• Ability to clearly communicate cybersecurity requirements to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Certification Required

• GIAC Security Essentials or equivalent - Preferred
• GIAC Industrial Control Systems Security - Preferred
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) - Preferred
• Project Management Professional (PMP) - Preferred
• Juniper Security JNCIS-SEC - Preferred
• Splunk Enterprise Certified Admin – Preferred

Work Experience

• Ideally 0-3 years due to the position GC

Application Window

• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• End Date: 10/21/2026