Job Description
Key Responsibilities: Execute projects related to data privacy gap assessments/Audits, building strategies, frameworks, solution designs and implementation related to data privacy and protection. Team management skills. Coached and mentored juniors. Be part of project communications involving technology partners and member firms Documentation of project deliverables. Ensure quality in project deliverables Be part of all client presentations. Assist PM’s in all project management meetings including: Status updates Audit / technical assessment reports Develop, drive and review data privacy frameworks including TOMs, policies, procedures and templates, that align with data privacy laws and regulations Perform Data Privacy Impact Assessments to identify privacy issues early, reduce privacy risk and cost through corrective actions. Review and maintain the privacy management workflows that enables clients to identify, log, investigate and resolve data privacy-related issues in accordance with industry best practices. Participation in proposition of services to the client (proposal writing) Adhere to project management guidelines Adhere to the firm’s risk management guidelines. Experience in international standards and local regulatory requirements related to data privacy and protection e.g. ISO 27701, GDPR, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, NDMO, etc. Proficient in the following areas of data privacy: Development and review of data privacy and protection strategies Data Protection Impact Assessments Development of data privacy framework including TOM, policies, procedures and templates Development & implementation of data privacy processes(e.g. Consent Management, DSAR requests, Data Privacy incident management, etc.) Third party privacy reviews Audits against ISO 27701, GDPR, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, NDMO, etc. Proficient in following areas related data protection: Data Discovery of structured/unstructured data Data Classification and Labelling Data Security cryptographic controls Data Loss Prevention Digital Rights Management Experience in using well known products related to privacy management, data discovery, data classification/labelling and data security will be an advantageCertificationsAt least 2 of the below certifications: CIPT, CIPM, CIPP/E/US ISO 27701 Lead Auditor/Implementor CISSP CDPSE DCPP CISMQualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Law, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field; a master’s degree or relevant certifications Minimum 9 years of experience in data privacy, compliance, or risk management, preferably within a consulting environment or the Big 4. Strong understanding of data protection regulations and frameworks. Proven experience in conducting privacy assessments and audits. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Multilingual – English and Arabic (speak, read and write skills) are a must. Team management skills. Coached and mentored juniors.
