Consultant , Cyber Fraud Risk Management

Overview

Riyadh Air (RX), headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is the new national airline shaping the future of flying. It aims to lead the aviation industry by transforming Saudi Arabia into a global aviation and trade hub - a digitally native airline connecting the kingdom to more than 100 destinations.

About the Role

Are you an experienced cybersecurity leader with expertise in cyber fraud risk management? In this role, you will establish and lead Riyadh Air's Cyber Fraud Prevention and Detection unit, developing and executing a comprehensive strategy that safeguards the airline and its customers against cyber fraud across digital platforms and business operations. You will build and manage a team of specialists, oversee cyber fraud detection systems, conduct in-depth investigations, and ensure compliance with national and international regulations. You will work closely with cross functional teams to strengthen Riyadh Air's resilience against evolving threats. This position requires close collaboration with legal, compliance, and financial teams to ensure alignment with KSA regulatory frameworks, including PDPL, GACA, and CMA requirements. As a senior leader, you will deliver regular insights and reports to senior management to guide strategic decision making and build organizational readiness. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact by protecting one of the world's most ambitious airlines from complex cyber fraud risks.

Responsibilities

• Establish and lead Riyadh Air's Cyber Fraud Prevention and Detection unit, developing and executing a comprehensive strategy to safeguard the airline and its customers.
• Build and manage a team of cyber fraud specialists.
• Oversee cyber fraud detection systems and conduct in-depth investigations.
• Ensure compliance with national and international regulations and collaborate with legal, compliance, and financial teams to align with PDPL, GACA, and CMA requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to strengthen resilience against evolving threats.
• Provide regular insights and reports to senior management to guide strategic decision making.

Qualifications

• Degree qualification with at least 10 years of professional experience in cybersecurity and a minimum of 3-5 years in senior management.
• Expertise in cyber fraud risk management, fraud technologies, investigations, and data analytics.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or Computer Science.
• Professional certifications such as CISA, CFE, or CORP are an advantage.
• Strong analytical skills, excellent communication, and the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience in building teams from the ground up, designing secure solutions, and driving innovation in fraud prevention.

Employment Details

This is a full-time, onsite role in Riyadh on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

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