Cybersecurity Defense Analyst

Cybersecurity Defense AnalystLarge & High-Profile Football Tournament📅 Duration: 1-Oct-2026 to 1-Mar-2027🕐 Type: Full-time, onsite📍 Location: Khobar/ Riyadh/Jeddah🚀 Immediate or short-notice availability preferredAbout the RoleWe are looking for a Cyber Defense Analyst to support the protection of systems, networks, and technology environments for a large and high-profile football tournament in Saudi Arabia. The role focuses on detecting, preventing, investigating, and responding to cybersecurity threats.Key ResponsibilitiesMonitor security systems for potential cyber threats and attacks.Detect and investigate suspicious security activity.Support incident response and threat containment.Monitor network, endpoint, and security events.Use cybersecurity tools to identify and respond to threats.Support the implementation and improvement of security controls.Escalate serious security incidents when required.Document security incidents, findings, and actions taken.Requirements3+ years of cybersecurity or security operations experience.Experience with threat detection and incident response.Good understanding of network and endpoint security.Hands-on experience with cybersecurity and security monitoring tools.Understanding of common cyber threats and attack techniques.