Data Privacy & Cybersecurity Strategist

Info Resume Edge; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data protection firm in Dubai is seeking a skilled Data Protection & Cybersecurity Specialist. The ideal candidate will ensure robust data privacy and cybersecurity frameworks, ensuring compliance with UAE laws, and will work closely with IT and legal teams to mitigate risks and protect sensitive information. Qualifications include a Bachelor's in a related field and relevant certifications with 3+ years of experience in the domain.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in data protection, privacy compliance, and cybersecurity.
• Strong knowledge of data privacy regulations (GDPR, UAE PDP Law) and cybersecurity frameworks.
• Fluency in English; Arabic language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain data protection policies and procedures.
• Monitor and manage data privacy compliance across the organization.
• Conduct risk assessments and data protection impact assessments (DPIAs).
• Manage cybersecurity operations including threat detection and incident response.
• Implement and maintain security tools such as firewalls and encryption.

Skills

Data protection policies development

Compliance with regulations

Risk assessments

Cybersecurity operations management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Law, or related field

Tools

Data protection management tools

Cybersecurity solutions

Job description

A leading data protection firm in Dubai is seeking a skilled Data Protection & Cybersecurity Specialist. The ideal candidate will ensure robust data privacy and cybersecurity frameworks, ensuring compliance with UAE laws, and will work closely with IT and legal teams to mitigate risks and protect sensitive information. Qualifications include a Bachelor's in a related field and relevant certifications with 3+ years of experience in the domain.