L1 SOC Analyst - KSA Riyadh (Saudization)
Riyadh, Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia · Full Time
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- Experience
- Up to 2 yrs
- Salary
- —
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 1 day ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Education
- Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, IT, or Computer Engineering
- Eligibility
- This role is designated for Saudi nationals in accordance with Saudization policies.
- Resume
- Required to apply
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Job description
Overview
Diyar United Company is seeking an entry-level L1 SOC Analyst based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, prioritizing Saudi nationals under the Saudization initiative. This role involves participating in cybersecurity operations with an emphasis on IT and networking experience ranging from zero to two years.
Qualifications and Certifications
Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, IT, or Computer Engineering. Employment will be direct and registered with the company's General Organization for Social Insurance (GOSI). A mandatory requirement is obtaining the NCA MSOC Analyst Qualification Certificate (Category A) via the Haseen portal.
Preferred Credentials
Additional certifications that would be advantageous include CompTIA Security+, CySA+, eLearnSecurity Junior Penetration Tester (eJPT), and GIAC Information Security Fundamentals (GISF). Practical experience with SIEM platforms such as Splunk, QRadar, or Microsoft Sentinel is also highly desirable.
Minimum education
Bachelor's Degree