SOC Analyst ( Jeddah)

Job Opportunity: SOC Analyst (Entry-Level – Jeddah)

Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Travel: May be required within KSA based on project/client needs

Company: Cyber

Start Your Cybersecurity Career – Join the Frontlines of Digital Defense

Cyber is hiring ambitious Saudi nationals — recent graduates or professionals with 1–2 years of experience — to join our Security Operations Center (SOC) in Jeddah as SOC Analysts. This is a unique opportunity to gain practical experience in real-time threat detection and response while contributing to the protection of critical digital environments across the Kingdom.

• Monitor security alerts: Continuously monitor SIEM tools and other security platforms to detect suspicious activity and potential incidents.
• Investigate threats: Analyze and triage alerts, logs, and events to determine root cause and potential impact.
• Respond to incidents: Participate in initial containment, escalation, and documentation of cybersecurity incidents.
• Collaborate with teams: Coordinate with senior analysts, IT, and other teams to support remediation efforts.
• Document findings: Maintain detailed records of incidents, investigations, and actions taken.
• Stay updated: Research current threats, vulnerabilities, and attack trends relevant to the region.
• Support improvement: Assist in refining detection rules, playbooks, and operational processes within the SOC.

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field from a recognized Saudi university.
• 0 to 2 years of relevant experience in SOC, cybersecurity, or IT support with security exposure.
• Familiarity with core security concepts: SIEM, firewalls, intrusion detection, malware analysis, etc.
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Arabic and English.
• Team player with a proactive and curious mindset.
• Saudi nationality (required).

• Certifications such as Security+, Network+, CEH (Foundations), or SOC Analyst certifications (e.g., CySA+, Blue Team Level 1).
• Internship or previous role in SOC or incident response.
• Knowledge of SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, QRadar, Elastic).
• Familiarity with scripting or automation (e.g., Python, PowerShell).
• Awareness of local cybersecurity regulations (e.g., NCA ECC, SAMA CSF).

• Mentorship and structured development for early-career cybersecurity professionals.
• Hands-on exposure to real-time threat management and national-scale security operations.
• Flexible, collaborative, and mission-driven work culture.
• Competitive salary and continuous learning opportunities.
• Contribute to national cybersecurity goals in alignment with Vision 2030.

Ready to defend the Kingdom’s digital frontlines?

Apply now to join Cyber as a SOC Analyst and be part of a team that secures the future.