Senior ICT Analyst/Specialist

Requirements

• Required Academic Degree
• · Bachelor’s degree in (Information Security, Computer Science, or Management Information Systems).
• · Strongly preferred: Master’s or PhD in (Data Governance or Public Cybersecurity Policy).
• Required Training Certificates (If required)
• · CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional) – Advanced level
• · CGEIT (Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT)
• · Audit and compliance certifications such as CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor)
• · ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor / Implementer
• Required Years of Experience
• · Minimum 10 years of experience in data governance and security.
• · Must include at least 4 years working on regulatory frameworks, national policies, or consulting for major government institutions.
• Required Language Proficiency
• · Arabic: Optional
• · English: Required
• · Other: Arabic preferred but not mandatory
• Other Required Qualifications
• · Regulatory background: Deep understanding of local data and privacy laws and national cybersecurity standards.
• · Consulting skills: Strong ability to influence and negotiate with senior leadership across government entities.
• · Strategic vision: Ability to link data classification to national priorities such as digital transformation, data economy, and digital sovereignty.
• · Institutional excellence: Familiarity with government excellence standards and quality models (e.g., EFQM) to ensure world-class advisory services.