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.
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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
Work Location
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
