Data Privacy & Security Engineer

VaporVM; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UAE is seeking a Data Privacy & Security Engineer to ensure compliance with global and regional privacy regulations. The role involves implementing privacy-by-design principles, developing data protection controls, and collaborating with various teams to enhance data security. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in data privacy, security engineering, and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of experience in data privacy or security engineering.
• Strong knowledge of GDPR, CCPA, UAE PDPL.
• Professional certifications such as CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT, CISSP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement privacy-by-design principles into systems.
• Develop data protection controls, including encryption and access control.
• Perform privacy and data protection impact assessments.

Skills

Data Privacy

Security Engineering

Regulatory Compliance

Problem Solving

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science

Master’s degree in Information Security

Master’s degree in Cybersecurity

Tools

DLP

Encryption

IAM

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Data Privacy & Security Engineer to join our team in the UAE. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data privacy, security engineering, and regulatory compliance. This role requires the ability to implement privacy-by-design principles, develop data protection controls, and ensure alignment with global and regional privacy regulations.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Design and implement privacy-by-design and default principles into systems, processes, and products.
2. Develop and maintain data protection controls, including encryption, anonymization, access control, and secure data storage solutions.
3. Ensure compliance with applicable privacy laws and regulations such as GDPR, CCPA, UAE Personal Data Protection Law, etc.
4. Collaborate with engineering, legal, and compliance teams to embed privacy and security into the product lifecycle.
5. Perform privacy impact assessments (PIAs) and data protection impact assessments (DPIAs).
6. Monitor and audit data usage to detect and address privacy risks and breaches.
7. Develop and maintain incident response plans related to data privacy and security breaches.
8. Provide training and awareness on data privacy best practices across the organization.
9. Evaluate and integrate privacy-enhancing technologies and solutions.

Required Qualifications & Skills :

1. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
2. Minimum 6 years of experience in data privacy, security engineering, or a similar role.
3. Strong knowledge of privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA, UAE PDPL, etc.).
4. Hands-on experience with data protection tools and technologies (e.g., DLP, encryption, IAM).
5. Experience conducting PIAs and DPIAs.
6. Professional certifications such as CIPP / E, CIPM, CIPT, CISSP, or similar are preferred.
7. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Information Technology, IT Services and IT Consulting