Key Responsibilities:

Cloud Architecture & Management: Administer and maintain core Microsoft Azure infrastructure services (Compute, App Services, Database instances, Virtual Networks) across cloud and hybrid environments.

Identity & Access Control (IAM): Oversee enterprise identity management, Single Sign-On (SSO), and privileged access natively via Microsoft Entra ID.

Cloud Governance & Policies: Control cloud resource groups, subscriptions, access permissions, and governance policies to ensure cost efficiency and operational compliance.

Perimeter & Network Security: Support virtual corporate network defenses, including cloud-native firewalls and virtual security appliances.

Security Monitoring & Threat Detection: Monitor security logs and incident alerts using Microsoft Sentinel, developing threat correlation rules over time.

Endpoint Protection & Patch Management: Deploy protective security agents via Microsoft Defender across servers and endpoints; run routine automated system patching and vulnerability scans.

NCA Regulatory Alignment: Learn and implement Saudi National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA) Essential Cybersecurity Controls (ECC) framework standards across the infrastructure.

Desired Candidate Profile

Requirements & Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or Information Technology.

Experience: 5 7 years in a similar corporate role. (Prior early-career experience in the banking sector is highly preferred).

Required Certification:

Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (Mandatory)

Preferred Certifications:

Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate ( SC-200 )

Microsoft Certified: Cloud & AI Security Engineer Associate ( SC-500 )