Inspector – Security and ICT

Company Overview

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm dedicated to creating a better world by delivering lasting solutions across transportation, water, environment, energy, and building projects. With over 50,000 professionals, AECOM partners with clients worldwide to tackle complex challenges and positively impact communities.

Job Overview

We are looking for a meticulous and analytical Inspector specializing in Security and ICT to join our Riyadh team. This role involves conducting thorough inspections, audits, and risk assessments to ensure compliance with security standards and regulatory policies. The Inspector will identify vulnerabilities, recommend corrective actions, and safeguard the organization’s security and technology infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections and assessments of security measures and ICT systems to pinpoint possible vulnerabilities and compliance issues.
• Perform detailed risk evaluations and analyze security threats to formulate actionable remediation plans.
• Assess ICT infrastructure, including networks and security protocols, against recognized industry and company standards.
• Prepare comprehensive reports documenting inspection outcomes, observations, and suggestions clearly and professionally.
• Ensure adherence to security regulations, data protection laws, and internal policies.
• Collaborate closely with IT and security teams to address deficiencies and track effectiveness of corrective measures.
• Investigate security breaches to identify root causes and implement measures to prevent recurrence.
• Maintain meticulous documentation of all inspections, audits, and follow-ups for audit trail compliance.
• Stay informed on emerging security threats, ICT innovations, and regulatory changes to keep inspection practices up-to-date.
• Advise management on security improvement opportunities and strategies to minimize risks.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 8 years’ experience conducting security audits, inspections, and risk assessments within corporate environments.
• In-depth knowledge of ICT infrastructure, network systems, and security architectures.
• Proven expertise in performing vulnerability analyses and identifying security threats.
• Strong understanding of compliance frameworks, industry regulations, and best practices.
• Ability to analyze security controls, access measures, and data protection strategies.
• Excellent organizational and report-writing capabilities with attention to detail.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills suitable for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Capacity to work independently while managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Preferred certifications include ISO 27001, CISSP, or comparable credentials.
• Experience with vulnerability assessment tools and security testing methods is advantageous.
• Familiarity with incident response protocols and business continuity planning is preferred.
• Project management experience in security-related initiatives is a plus.

Additional Information

AECOM maintains a secure recruitment process and requires all new hires to attend in-person onboarding at a company office as a condition of employment.

The company provides comprehensive benefits tailored to diverse employee needs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, paid leave, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance programs, travel insurance, recognition awards, retirement plans, and stock purchase opportunities.

AECOM values career growth, offering training programs and a collaborative environment built on respect and opportunity.