Cybersecurity Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Specialist

Location: On-site - Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaContract/engagement: Project-based managed cybersecurity services (13-month)Minimum experience: 6+ yearsRole PurposeSupport the governmental entity's cybersecurity governance, enterprise risk, regulatory compliance, audit readiness, and executive reporting activities.Key Responsibilities Review and periodically update cybersecurity policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines Perform cybersecurity risk assessments covering assets, systems, projects, and third parties Maintain the cybersecurity risk register, develop treatment plans, track actions, and align decisions with the entity's approved risk appetite Conduct compliance gap assessments against NCA controls, ISO/IEC 27001, and other applicable national or international frameworks Support internal and external audits, prepare evidence, manage non-compliance cases, and follow remediation through closure Operate or support eGRC and cybersecurity risk-management tools Prepare management reports, executive dashboards, KPIs, compliance status reports, and committee-level presentationsRequirementsTechnical and Professional Requirements Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field At least 6 years of experience in cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance Advanced knowledge of Saudi and international cybersecurity frameworks and standards, including NCA controls and ISO/IEC 27001 Proven experience with cybersecurity risk registers, treatment plans, third-party risk, executive reporting, and eGRC toolsPersonal Requirements Strong stakeholder-management skills and confidence working with senior leadership Excellent analytical, writing, presentation, and documentation skills Structured, detail-oriented, accountable, and able to coordinate remediation across multiple teamsProfessional CertificationsPreferred: CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer (LI).