Technology Advisory - Consultant
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About the Role
PDI Partners is seeking a driven and analytical Technology Advisory Consultant to join their practice in the UAE. The role involves executing ITGC assessments, supporting cybersecurity framework design, and assisting clients with regulatory compliance.
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Responsibilities
- Collaborate with senior leadership to execute IT General Controls (ITGC) assessments and technology risk audits across complex enterprise environments
- Support the design and implementation of cybersecurity frameworks, including Zero Trust architectures and data governance models
- Assist clients in navigating regional GCC regulatory requirements, such as UAE NESA, SAMA Cybersecurity Framework, and the UAE PDPL
- Participate in Post Implementation Reviews (PIR) for major Cloud and ERP transformations (e.g., SAP, Oracle)
- Analyze technical vulnerabilities and help draft clear, business focused risk reports for executive stakeholders
- Stay ahead of the curve by researching emerging technology risks, including AI Governance and Cloud Security Posture Management
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Management Information Systems, or a related field
- 1 to 3 years of experience in Technology Risk, IT Audit, or Cyber GRC consulting
- Strong foundational knowledge of global frameworks such as NIST, COBIT, or ISO 27001
- Currently holding or actively pursuing relevant industry certifications (e.g., CISA, CRISC, Security+, or cloud provider certifications)
- Excellent analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts to non technical audiences
- A proactive mindset with a strong desire to learn and grow within a specialized advisory environment
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Position Overview
- At PDI Partners, we are seeking a driven and analytical Technology Advisory Consultant to join our growing practice in the UAE.
- In this role, you will step away from checklist auditing and actively help enterprise clients align their technology architecture with board level risk strategy and regional compliance mandates.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with senior leadership to execute IT General Controls (ITGC) assessments and technology risk audits across complex enterprise environments.
- Support the design and implementation of cybersecurity frameworks, including Zero Trust architectures and data governance models.
- Assist clients in navigating regional GCC regulatory requirements, such as UAE NESA, SAMA Cybersecurity Framework, and the UAE PDPL.
- Participate in Post Implementation Reviews (PIR) for major Cloud and ERP transformations (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
- Analyze technical vulnerabilities and help draft clear, business focused risk reports for executive stakeholders.
- Stay ahead of the curve by researching emerging technology risks, including AI Governance and Cloud Security Posture Management.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Management Information Systems, or a related field.
- 1 to 3 years of experience in Technology Risk, IT Audit, or Cyber GRC consulting (boutique or Big 4 experience is highly valued).
- Strong foundational knowledge of global frameworks such as NIST, COBIT, or ISO 27001.
- Currently holding or actively pursuing relevant industry certifications (e.g., CISA, CRISC, Security+, or cloud provider certifications).
- Excellent analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts to non technical audiences.
- A proactive mindset with a strong desire to learn and grow within a specialized advisory environment.
What We Offer
- A competitive compensation package tailored to the UAE market, complete with comprehensive benefits.
- Direct mentorship from seasoned industry directors and enterprise security architects.
- The opportunity to escape the rigid “Big 4 machine” and work in an agile, high impact boutique firm.
- Hands on exposure to cutting edge consulting projects, from ERP security to AI risk assessments.
- A collaborative culture that prioritizes your continuous professional development and certification paths.
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