Director Tech Consulting Cybersecurity Threat Management & SOC KSA 1

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

• Strong leadership presence with the ability to engage C-suite stakeholders and regulators.
• Proven success in large-scale IAM/PAM implementations and Identity Modernization Programs across multiple technologies (SailPoint Entra Okta CyberArk ForgeRock).
• Expertise in Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) Privileged Access Management (PAM) Customer Identity (CIAM) and Zero Trust Identity Architecture.
• Strong understanding of Data Security domains including PKI cryptography key management DLP data classification and secure information lifecycle management.
• Experience integrating identity and data protection controls across cloud and hybrid environments (AWS Azure GCP).
• Strong business acumen including P&L management market expansion and solution commercialization.
• Excellent communication presentation and executive storytelling skills able to translate technical complexity into business impact.
• Proven track record of building client trust influencing executive decisions and delivering measurable outcomes.
• Visionary leader capable of driving Cyber Trust innovation and policy alignment at national or sectoral levels.

To qualify for the role you must have

• 1215 years of progressive cybersecurity experience with a focus on Identity and Access Management Privileged Access or Data Security.
• Demonstrated leadership in national or enterprise-scale IAM/PAM programs or Identity Governance initiatives.
• Proven hands-on or leadership experience implementing IAM/PAM technologies such as SailPoint CyberArk Microsoft Entra Okta ForgeRock or similar.
• Experience in Data Security including PKI DLP cryptography and data classification/encryption frameworks.
• Strong understanding of Zero Trust identity federation and modern authentication protocols (SAML OAuth OpenID Connect).
• Bachelors or Masters degree in Cybersecurity Computer Science Information Systems or Engineering.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP CISM CISA CCSP CDPSE or SABSA.
• Proven ability to build practices manage P&L and deliver strategic growth.

Ideally youll also have

• Experience leading national or sectoral digital identity frameworks or privileged access programs.
• Familiarity with Cloud Identity Governance Just-In-Time access and password-less authentication.
• Exposure to data sovereignty residency or cross-border data trust programs.
• Experience with cryptographic modernization and quantum-resilient key management.
• Prior leadership in regional or global cybersecurity consulting or technology organizations.
• Track record of publishing thought leadership in Identity Data Security or Cyber Trust.

What we offer

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

• Continuous learning: Youll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: Well provide the tools and flexibility so you can make a meaningful impact your way.
• Transformative leadership: Well give you the insights coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: Youll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

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

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