Qureos Mentor

COGNNA

<div>Who We Are
COGNNA is shaping the future of cybersecurity through innovation, intelligence, and a relentless drive to protect. Our platforms integrate cutting-edge AI, real-time threat detection, and deep security insights to help organizations proactively defend against evolving cyber threats.
Responsibilities<ul><li>
Own end-to-end forensic investigations across endpoints, cloud platforms, and network infrastructure &mdash; from initial triage to root cause, including IoC identification, data exfiltration, and unauthorized access</li><li>
Coordinate and lead the DFIR team across active investigations, ensuring consistent methodology, evidence integrity, and investigative velocity</li><li>
Pull and analyze logs from EDR/XDR, SIEM, DLP, IdP, and email gateway platforms to reconstruct precise attack and user activity timelines</li><li>
Acquire forensic images from laptops, mobile devices, servers, and cloud repositories with full chain of custody</li><li>
Go deep on artifacts &mdash; file systems, memory, registry, logs, config states &mdash; to reconstruct exactly what happened and when</li><li>
Correlate endpoint, network, and identity telemetry into a coherent picture of attacker behavior and system access</li><li>
Build AI-assisted workflows that automate evidence collection, pattern detection, and timeline generation to scale investigative capacity</li><li>
Translate technical findings into clear, chronological narratives for executives and cross-functional stakeholders &mdash; no jargon, no ambiguity</li><li>
Close the loop: feed investigation outcomes back into detection rules, access controls, and policy improvements.</li></ul> 

Requirements 

Education<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s in Cybersecurity, International Relations, Computer Science, or related field.</li></ul>
Experience<ul><li>
3+ years in digital forensics, incident response, or security investigations, with a track record leading or coordinating DFIR engagements</li><li>
Exceptional written and verbal communication in both English &amp; Arabic.</li><li>
Hands-on proficiency with forensic tooling: FTK, X-Ways, Cellebrite, Axiom, or equivalent platforms</li><li>
Strong command of network protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP/S, DNS) and log analysis across SIEM platforms</li><li>
Scripting ability in Python, PowerShell, or Bash &mdash; used to automate evidence processing, not just theoretically</li><li>
Deep working knowledge of Windows, macOS, and Linux/Unix environments at the artifact and system level</li><li>
Proven experience integrating AI tools into investigative workflows to accelerate triage, pattern detection, or reporting</li><li>
Clear, confident communicator &mdash; able to brief executives and work alongside legal, HR, and compliance teams without losing technical precision</li><li>
Compliance: Ensuring all operations align with NCA ECC and SAMA CSF regulations.</li></ul>
Certifications (Highly Preferred)<ul><li>
SANS / GIAC (GCFA, GCFE, GNFA, GCIA or similar)</li><li>
IACIS CFCE</li><li>
EC-Council CHFI</li>
Offsec (OSDA, OSIR) 
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Benefits 
Impact that Matters &ndash; Build products that shape the future of cybersecurity and protect organizations globally.
On-Site Collaboration &ndash; Be at the heart of innovation in our Riyadh office, working side by side with passionate experts.
Continuous Growth &ndash; Access to certifications, trainings, and opportunities to sharpen your expertise.
Ownership Mindset &ndash; Benefit from our ESOP program and grow with COGNNA&rsquo;s success.
Culture of Trust &ndash; We empower talent, encourage ownership, and celebrate real outcomes.</div>

Senior DFIR Guardian - COGNNA

<div>As a Threat Detection COOP at COGNNA, you&rsquo;ll design high-impact detection strategies, build powerful automation, and elevate SOC operations to a world-class standard. You&rsquo;ll also mentor rising cyber talent and collaborate with teams across threat intel, incident response, and platform engineering. 
 
Advanced Threat Detection Engineering<ul><li>
Build high-fidelity correlation rules and behavioral detections within the COGNNA security platforms.</li><li>
Translate adversary TTPs (MITRE ATT&amp;CK), threat intel, and vulnerability data into actionable logic.</li><li>
Identify detection gaps and introduce new data sources to cover evolving threat landscapes.</li><li>
Automate detection testing and maintain detection quality over time.</li></ul><ul><li>️ Platform Engineering &amp; Optimization</li></ul><ul><li>
Lead architecture and optimization of XDR, SIEM, and SOC tech stacks for scale and resilience.</li><li>
Streamline log ingestion pipelines &mdash; from parsing to normalization and enrichment.</li><li>
Build scripts and automations (Python, PowerShell) to enhance SOC efficiency.</li>
Integrate tools across the SOC stack to enable seamless workflows and response. 
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</li></ul>️&zwj;️ Threat Hunting &amp; Incident Response<ul><li>
Collaborate with intel and IR teams to enrich detection use cases and support threat hunts.</li><li>
Provide Tier-3+ support for incident investigations and post-mortem analysis.</li></ul>
Mentorship &amp; SOC Maturity<ul><li>
Improve SOC playbooks, SOPs, and detection engineering workflows.</li><li>
Stay updated on global and regional threats &mdash; and evolve detection accordingly.</li><li>
Ensure compliance alignment (e.g., NCA ECC, SAMA CSF).</li></ul> 

Requirements 
Minimum Requirements (Must Haves):<ul><li>
Education: Currently enrolled in their final year of a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a closely related field, with graduation planned within or immediately following the 6-month co-op.</li><li>
Foundational Security Knowledge: Basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts, including common attack vectors, the Windows/Linux operating system internals, and network protocols.</li><li>
Programming/Scripting Basics: Familiarity with writing simple scripts in Python or PowerShell to automate repetitive tasks or parse data.</li><li>
Log &amp; System Familiarity: Basic understanding of what logs are (e.g., Windows Event Logs, Syslog) and an interest in how they are collected and analyzed.</li><li>
Duration: Availability to commit to a full-time (or near full-time, depending on university rules) 6-month continuous Co-op assignment.</li></ul>
Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Haves / Big Plusses):<ul><li>
Framework Familiarity: Conceptual knowledge of the MITRE ATT&amp;CK framework and how it maps to adversary behaviors.</li><li>
Hands-on Exposure: Previous experience using SIEM/XDR platforms, or building a home lab (e.g., Splunk, Elastic, Wireshark).</li><li>
Regulatory Awareness: A general awareness of cybersecurity frameworks or local compliance standards (like NCA ECC or SAMA CSF).</li><li>
Soft Skills: Strong analytical mindset, a high level of curiosity to dig into threat trends, and excellent written documentation skills.</li></ul> 

Benefits 
Impact that Matters &ndash; Build products that shape the future of cybersecurity and protect organizations globally.
On-Site Collaboration &ndash; Be at the heart of innovation in our Riyadh office, working side by side with passionate experts.
Continuous Growth &ndash; Access to certifications, trainings, and opportunities to sharpen your expertise.
Culture of Trust &ndash; We empower talent, encourage ownership, and celebrate real outcomes.</div>

Threat Detection - COOP

<div>As a Threat Detection Engineer at COGNNA, you&rsquo;ll design high-impact detection strategies, build powerful automation, and elevate SOC operations to a world-class standard. You&rsquo;ll also mentor rising cyber talent and collaborate with teams across threat intel, incident response, and platform engineering. 
 
Advanced Threat Detection Engineering<ul><li>
Build high-fidelity correlation rules and behavioral detections within the COGNNA security platforms.</li><li>
Translate adversary TTPs (MITRE ATT&amp;CK), threat intel, and vulnerability data into actionable logic.</li><li>
Identify detection gaps and introduce new data sources to cover evolving threat landscapes.</li><li>
Automate detection testing and maintain detection quality over time.</li></ul><ul><li>️ Platform Engineering &amp; Optimization</li></ul><ul><li>
Lead architecture and optimization of XDR, SIEM, and SOC tech stacks for scale and resilience.</li><li>
Streamline log ingestion pipelines &mdash; from parsing to normalization and enrichment.</li><li>
Build scripts and automations (Python, PowerShell) to enhance SOC efficiency.</li>
Integrate tools across the SOC stack to enable seamless workflows and response. 
<li>
</li></ul>️&zwj;️ Threat Hunting &amp; Incident Response<ul><li>
Collaborate with intel and IR teams to enrich detection use cases and support threat hunts.</li><li>
Provide Tier-3+ support for incident investigations and post-mortem analysis.</li></ul>
Mentorship &amp; SOC Maturity<ul><li>
Improve SOC playbooks, SOPs, and detection engineering workflows.</li><li>
Stay updated on global and regional threats &mdash; and evolve detection accordingly.</li><li>
Ensure compliance alignment (e.g., NCA ECC, SAMA CSF).</li></ul> 

Requirements 

Education<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field. 
</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>
Hands-on expertise in developing and maintaining complex detection use cases.</li><li>
Strong understanding of attacker behavior, IR fundamentals, and digital forensics. 
</li></ul>Technical Skills (You&rsquo;re a Power User!)<ul><li>
SIEM: Expert in SIEM queries (SPL, KQL, Lucene), rule tuning, UEBA, and scaling.</li><li>
EDR: Deep knowledge of EDR tools and endpoint detection tactics.</li><li>
Network Security: Pro at packet analysis (Wireshark), IDS/IPS, and NetFlow.</li><li>
Scripting: Advanced skills in Python and/or PowerShell for automation and integration.</li><li>
OS Internals: Mastery of Windows/Linux/macOS logging, artifacts, and forensic value.</li><li>
Threat Intelligence: Skilled in turning threat intel into real-time detection logic.</li><li>
Cloud Security: Strong command of monitoring IaaS/PaaS/SaaS environments.</li></ul>
Certifications (Highly Preferred)<ul><li>
SANS GIAC (GDAT, GMON, GCIA, GCTI, GCIH)</li><li>
Offsec (OSDA)</li><li>
INE (eCTHP, eCIR)</li><li>
(ISC)&sup2; CISSP, CSSLP 
</li></ul>Soft Skills<ul><li>
Exceptional analytical thinking and creative problem-solving.</li><li>
Excellent communication (English &amp; Arabic), including technical reporting.</li><li>
Strong mentorship abilities and a collaborative spirit.</li><li>
Self-motivated, focused, and passionate about cyber defense.</li>
Capable of juggling priorities under high-pressure situations. 
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Benefits 
Impact that Matters &ndash; Build products that shape the future of cybersecurity and protect organizations globally.
On-Site Collaboration &ndash; Be at the heart of innovation in our Riyadh office, working side by side with passionate experts.
Continuous Growth &ndash; Access to certifications, trainings, and opportunities to sharpen your expertise.
Ownership Mindset &ndash; Benefit from our ESOP program and grow with COGNNA&rsquo;s success.
Culture of Trust &ndash; We empower talent, encourage ownership, and celebrate real outcomes.</div>

Threat Detection Engineer

<div>COGNNA is a fast-growing cybersecurity startup redefining how businesses secure their operations. Our AI-powered SaaS platform enables organizations&mdash;ranging from agile startups to large enterprises&mdash;to detect, prevent, and respond to threats with precision and speed. Headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, we&rsquo;re on a mission to empower businesses locally and globally to build resilient and cost-effective security operations.
As a Marketing Manager, you will be the driving force behind executing COGNNA&rsquo;s growth engine and amplifying our brand presence. In this role, you&rsquo;ll manage and execute multi-channel marketing initiatives across demand generation, digital marketing, content creation, and local event management. You&rsquo;ll work closely with product, sales, and leadership teams to generate pipeline, optimize campaigns, and elevate our market positioning.
This is a high-impact role that blends tactical execution, creative problem-solving, and data-driven optimization in a fast-paced, startup environment.
What You&rsquo;ll Do<ul><li>
Execute Marketing Strategy: Translate high-level business goals into actionable, data-driven marketing campaigns to drive local awareness and customer acquisition.</li><li>
Drive Demand Generation: Run high-converting lead generation campaigns focused on MQL growth, pipeline acceleration, and sales enablement.</li><li>
Create Content &amp; Brand Assets: Write and coordinate compelling marketing materials&mdash;including blogs, case studies, website copy, and email newsletters&mdash;that resonate with cybersecurity buyers.</li><li>
Manage Digital Channels: Directly oversee and optimize daily operations for SEO, PPC/paid media, email marketing, and social media platforms.</li><li>
Support Go-to-Market (GTM): Coordinate and execute marketing rollouts for new product features and launches in alignment with product and sales timelines.</li><li>
Coordinate Events &amp; Community: Organize local cybersecurity community events, webinars, and trade show participations to build brand affinity.</li><li>
Collaborate on Partnerships: Execute co-branded campaigns and joint initiatives with strategic partners.</li><li>
Implement PLG Tactics: Support product-led growth initiatives by optimizing user onboarding communications and digital touchpoints to drive self-serve adoption.</li><li>
Lead a High-Impact Team: Hire, coach, and develop a performance-driven marketing team.</li><li>
Track &amp; Optimize Performance: Monitor campaign KPIs, analyze traffic/conversion metrics, and prepare weekly performance reports to optimize ROI.</li></ul> 

Requirements 
<ul><li>
10+ years of experience in B2B SaaS marketing, ideally in cybersecurity or a related space, with a minimum of 3 years in a managerial role.</li><li>
Proven track record of managing successful digital marketing and demand generation campaigns.</li><li>
Hands-on expertise with CRM and marketing automation tools (e.g., HubSpot, HubSpot Marketing Hub).</li><li>
Strong proficiency in digital marketing tools (Google Analytics, Google Ads, LinkedIn Campaign Manager, SEO tools).</li><li>
Excellent copywriting, storytelling, and content creation skills.</li><li>
A data-driven mindset with the ability to analyze campaign performance and suggest actionable improvements.</li><li>
Strong project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple campaigns simultaneously.</li><li>
Familiarity with PLG (Product-Led Growth) frameworks and funnel optimization is a strong plus.</li><li>
A genuine interest in cybersecurity and a desire to learn the technical nuances of the industry.</li></ul>
Skills &amp; Strengths<ul><li>
Agile and resourceful; comfortable executing hands-on in a fast-paced startup environment.</li><li>
Exceptional communication, presentation, and collaborative skills.</li><li>
Strong organizational skills and sharp attention to detail.</li><li>
Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles and enterprise B2B buying cycles.</li></ul>
Education &amp; Language<ul><li>
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Computer Science, or a related field.</li><li>
Fluent in Arabic and English (both written and spoken) is preferred.</li></ul> 

Benefits 
Competitive Package &ndash; Salary + equity options + saving plan
 
Onsite Experience &ndash; Work from our office in Riyadh, KSA 
Team of Experts &ndash; Work with designers, engineers, and security pros solving real-world problems 
Growth-Focused &ndash; Your ideas ship, your voice counts, your growth matters 
Global Impact &ndash; Build products that protect critical systems and data</div>

Marketing Director

Join COGNNA and explore 4   exciting career opportunities. They're hiring for various roles with options for remote or on-site work. Apply today and become part of their innovative team.

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Senior DFIR Guardian - COGNNA

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Threat Detection Engineer

Marketing Director