37 Data Protection Specialist jobs in the United Arab Emirates

This is a challenging and rewarding role that requires a strong understanding of information security principles, policies, and procedures. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and managing the organization's information security program, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our digital assets.

• Develop and implement comprehensive information security policies and procedures to protect the company's assets and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Manage the implementation and maintenance of Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) compliance, including regular audits and vulnerability assessments.
• Implement and maintain ISO 27001 standards to ensure the highest level of information security.
• Oversee and coordinate penetration testing activities, including vulnerability assessments and security incident response, to identify and remediate potential security risks.
• Collaborate with various departments and stakeholders to assess and address information security risks, ensuring that risk mitigation measures are in line with business objectives and risk appetite.
• Monitor and analyze emerging cybersecurity threats and trends, recommending and implementing appropriate countermeasures to protect the company's assets.
• Develop and deliver cybersecurity awareness and training programs to educate employees on the importance of information security and their role in maintaining a secure environment.
• Manage relationships with external vendors and partners, ensuring that information security requirements are effectively communicated and integrated into third-party contracts and agreements.

• 7+ years of experience in information and cyber security, preferably in the financial services sector.
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong understanding of regulatory standards governing the fintech and global payment industry.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, preferably in a start-up or fintech company.

• Competitive salary.
• Discretionary bonus.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of organization and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent problem-solving capabilities.
• High ethical standards and professionalism, with a commitment to confidentiality.
• Ability to work effectively in a team as well as independently.

We are seeking an accomplished Cyber Security & Data Analyst to join our team.

About the Role:

The successful candidate will play a key role in helping our clients achieve their business objectives by understanding their security needs and data challenges.

Main Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with clients to understand their business goals, security requirements, and data challenges.
• Conduct thorough cybersecurity risk assessments and support the development of robust security strategies, policies, and frameworks.
• Analyze large datasets to identify trends, risks, and opportunities to inform client decision-making.
• Develop and maintain dashboards, models, and reports that provide actionable insights.
• Support proposal development and client presentations.
• Produce high-quality documentation, including audit reports, strategy roadmaps, and policy templates.
• Contribute to internal knowledge development and mentor junior team members.
• Stay up-to-date on emerging technologies, industry best practices, and regional regulatory changes.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.
• 0-1 year of experience in cybersecurity, data analytics, or technology consulting (internships welcome).
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or CRISC are advantageous.
• Familiarity with standards and frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, PCI DSS, and UAE NESA is beneficial.
• Strong proficiency in Excel and exposure to analytics tools is desirable.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and report writing skills.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to travel within the UAE as required.
• Availability to start immediately.
• Fluent in English; Arabic is an asset.

About Us:

We offer a dynamic work environment and opportunities for growth and development.

We are seeking a skilled professional to develop and implement a comprehensive data protection framework, ensuring compliance with local and international regulations.

About the Role:

• Design and maintain an up-to-date data policy framework in line with industry best practices.
• Evaluate and mitigate risks through regular data protection audits and assessments.
• Provide expert guidance on data protection policies and procedures to internal teams.
• Collaborate with departments to integrate data protection measures into business processes.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in information security, law, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Data Protection Officer or similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of local and international data protection laws and regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in developing and implementing data protection frameworks.
• A minimum of 6 years' experience in a similar role, with a proven ability to develop and execute relevant strategies.
• Familiarity with data protection technologies and tools.
• Strong project management skills.

We are seeking a highly skilled professional to fill the role of Data Protection Specialist in Dubai. The ideal candidate will ensure that our organization's data privacy and cybersecurity frameworks are robust, compliant with regulations, and effectively mitigate risks.

• Develop and maintain data protection policies and procedures in line with local and international regulations.
• Monitor and manage data privacy compliance across the organization.
• Conduct risk assessments and security audits.
• Implement and maintain security tools such as firewalls and encryption.
• Investigate and respond to data breaches or cybersecurity incidents promptly.
• Provide training and awareness programs on data protection best practices.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities and ensure timely reporting of data incidents.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
• Relevant certifications such as CIPP/E or CISSP.
• 3+ years of experience in data protection and cybersecurity.
• Strong knowledge of data privacy regulations and cybersecurity frameworks.
• Experience with data protection management tools and cybersecurity solutions.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that our organization's data protection and cybersecurity frameworks are robust, compliant with regulations, and effectively mitigate risks.

Backup Infrastructure Manager

This is a highly skilled role that requires expertise in backup process management, storage design, and enterprise systems administration.

We are seeking a highly skilled Backup and Storage Professional to manage backup infrastructure, ensure data integrity and availability, and support enterprise storage solutions.

• Manage backup systems using Commvault and Networker
• Implement and optimize backup processes for data integrity and recovery
• Conduct backups, restore testing, and disaster recovery planning
• Design and manage storage solutions with EMC storage systems
• Perform capacity planning, performance tuning, and upgrades
• Work with SAN/NAS storage, SAN switches, LUN provisioning (Dell EMC Unity, Data Domain, HPE-3PAR)
• Experience with VMware, Dell VxRail, VCF, SRM, vRealize Suite, Workspace ONE/AirWatch
• Manage VMware Horizon, Active Directory, and Exchange environments
• Troubleshoot VMware AirWatch and ManageEngine components
• Document processes, configurations, and recovery procedures
• Ensure compliance with policies and security standards
• Collaborate with IT, network, and application teams
• Provide technical support and training
• Support ESXi upgrades and migrations
• Deep understanding of Data Center and Virtualization technologies
• Analyze client infrastructure for readiness for Data Center and Virtualization

• Experience with backup technologies (Commvault, EMC Networker, Veeam)
• Experience with SAN/NAS storage, SAN switches, LUN provisioning (Dell EMC Unity, Data Domain, HPE-3PAR)
• Experience with VDI platforms like VMware Horizon
• Experience with Active Directory & Microsoft Exchange
• Strong understanding of ITIL processes

• Good communication skills
• Problem-solving ability
• Flexibility
• Dedication

We are seeking a talented Information Security Engineer to join our team. As an Information Security Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our organization's data and systems.

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as an Information Security Engineer. In this role, you will be responsible for implementing and maintaining our organization's security controls, monitoring systems for potential security threats, and responding to security incidents.

• Key Responsibilities:
• Implement and maintain security controls to protect against unauthorized access, use, disclosure, modification, or destruction of information
• Monitor security alerts and events using Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools
• Respond to security incidents in accordance with established incident response procedures
• Perform regular security audits and vulnerability assessments to identify areas for improvement
• Develop and maintain security policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement security solutions and improve overall security posture

To be successful in this role, you will need to have the following skills and qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field
• Experience: 0-2 years of experience in information security or a related field
• Skills:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks
• Knowledge of security frameworks and regulations (e.g. NIST, HIPAA)
• Experience with security tools and technologies (e.g. SIEM, firewalls, VPNs)

As an Information Security Engineer with our organization, you can expect a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive salary and bonus structure
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development
• A dynamic and supportive work environment
• Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance

If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for information security, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

A data protection specialist role has opened up in Abu Dhabi, offering a challenging and rewarding opportunity to work with personal data.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of data privacy regulations and experience working with data governance frameworks.

This is a contract position that requires a high level of autonomy and ability to work independently.

• About the Role:
• Data protection specialist responsible for ensuring compliance with federal laws and regulations related to personal data protection.
• Implement data management and protection responsibilities for Emirates Data Office UAE and related regulations.
• Coordinate First Line of Defence response to Data Privacy Requirements.
• Assist in developing policies and procedures for data protection.
• Provide training and consulting services to business units on data privacy requirements.

• Key Responsibilities:
• Ensure compliance with federal laws and regulations related to personal data protection.
• Develop and implement data governance frameworks.
• Provide training and consulting services to business units on data privacy requirements.
• Assist in developing policies and procedures for data protection.

• Qualifications:
• Masters degree in Law, Technology or Management preferred.
• Experience working in data privacy for at least 2 years.
• Overall experience in data governance, information security or related law fields or Technology or Operations in a sufficiently senior capacity.
• CIPP/E Certification.
• Previous experience in banking and financial industry or technology operations of at least 3 years.
• Qualifications in Information Security such as CISA or Data Privacy such as CIPM or Law related qualifications.
• Knowledge in using privacy tools.

• We Offer:
• Contract position with competitive salary and benefits.
• Opportunity to work with a dynamic team in Abu Dhabi.
• Chance to develop your skills and expertise in data protection.
• Excellent career opportunities for the right candidate.

• Skills Required:
• Strong knowledge of MS Office.
• Excellent written, verbal, and oral communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate with stakeholders, conduct workshops on data privacy, multi-task and meet competing deadlines.
• Ability to analyze events, identify root cause and prepare recommendations for optimum resolutions according to approved policy and practice.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, effective time management, and the ability to shift priorities working within established timelines.
• Demonstrates initiative (learn processes and procedures, various benefits) and displays self-motivation to grasp new concepts quickly.
• Ability of paying attention to detail as well as contributing to data privacy strategy.

We are seeking an experienced Data Protection Specialist to join our team.

Job Description:

The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing data protection strategies, leading data protection projects, and providing expert advice on data security and protection.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience in data protection and security, including design, implementation, and management of data protection programs.
• Strong knowledge of data protection laws and regulations, including GDPR, CCPA, and HIPAA.
• Experience with data discovery, classification, and encryption technologies.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and collaborate with stakeholders to achieve business objectives.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Benefits:

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and experienced professional to join our team and make a significant impact on the organization's data protection strategy.

Others:

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data protection and security, excellent communication and leadership skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for career growth and development.