Director - City Ops It/ot Network And Security Operations (del3)

Qiddiya

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
On-site
12-15 years network engineering experience
5+ years senior leadership role
Converged it and ot infrastructure management
The Director of IT/OT Network & Security Operations at Qiddiya is a pivotal leadership role focused on managing and securing the city’s converged IT and Operational Technology infrastructure. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in network engineering, cybersecurity, and operational leadership within complex environments

Job Summary

  • This critical leadership role manages the end-to-end reliability and security of Qiddiya's converged IT and Operational Technology infrastructure during the transition from construction to operations.
  • The Director will define operational strategies, oversee city-wide network topologies including fiber backbones, and ensure robust cybersecurity posture aligned with national regulations like NCA.
  • Key responsibilities include leading the acceptance and handover of network assets from QTECH and District Master Developers while managing relationships with external service providers.

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The Director of IT/OT Network & Security Operations at Qiddiya is a pivotal leadership role focused on managing and securing the city’s converged IT and Operational Technology infrastructure. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in network engineering, cybersecurity, and operational leadership within complex environments.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 12-15 years network engineering experience
  • 5+ years senior leadership role
  • Converged IT and OT infrastructure management
  • Fiber backbone and active network equipment
  • Physical security systems VMS ACS CCTV
  • NCA compliance and cybersecurity standards
  • Vendor management for neutral hosts

Nice-to-have

  • Strategic thinking in ambiguous environments
  • Cross-functional executive influence skills
  • Experience with giga-projects or utilities
  • Strong problem-solving capabilities
  • Contract negotiation expertise

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • 12-15 years progressive experience in network engineering
  • At least 5 years in a senior leadership role
  • Deep expertise in ICS SCADA and IoT architectures
  • Relevant certifications CCIE CISSP CISM GICSP highly desirable

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