Engineer - Data Security, Privacy, Governance and Compliance

Timesworld; Dubai; On-site; AED 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Timesworld is seeking an experienced Engineer for Data Security, Privacy, Governance and Compliance in Dubai. The role combines hands‑on security implementation with policy development, risk assessment and compliance support across platforms and client projects.

The candidate will establish data classification, access controls, encryption and secure disposal, while coordinating risk remediation and governance documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information security, computer science or IT related field.
• 5+ years of experience in data security, privacy, governance and compliance.
• Practical IAM, database security, encryption and vulnerability management exposure.
• Knowledge of data protection principles and ISO 27001.
• Experience in cloud and on‑premises environments.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.
• Preferred CISSP, CISM, CISA, CIPT, CIPP/E, CDMP or ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain security controls across databases, apps, cloud environments and data pipelines.
• Establish data classification, access control, encryption, retention and secure disposal practices.
• Conduct risk assessments, identify gaps and coordinate actions.
• Embed privacy and security requirements into system design and deployment.
• Maintain data inventories, processing records and governance docs.
• Support compliance with UAE PDPL, GDPR and DPDPA.
• Assist ISO 27001 controls, reviews and audits.
• Monitor security events and vulnerabilities and coordinate response.
• Assess third‑party security and privacy practices for reviews.

Skills

Identity & Access Management

Database security

Encryption

Vulnerability management

Security monitoring

Documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information security, computer science, information technology or related

CISSP / equivalent certifications

ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor

Tools

SIEM

Cloud security tooling

Data encryption tech

Cloud IAM

Job description

• Engineer - Data Security, Privacy, Governance and Compliance

Engineer - Data Security, Privacy, Governance and Compliance

Job ID: PRJ-DXB-2265

Department: Projects
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Dubai

Timesworld is seeking an experienced engineer to strengthen data security, privacy, governance and compliance across our platforms, client projects and internal operations. The role combines hands‑on technical implementation with policy development, risk assessment and compliance support.

Key responsibilities:

• Implement and maintain security controls across databases, applications, cloud environments and data pipelines.
• Establish data classification, access control, encryption, retention and secure disposal practices.
• Conduct security and privacy risk assessments, identify gaps and coordinate corrective actions.
• Embed privacy and security requirements into system design, development and deployment.
• Maintain data inventories, processing records, data flow maps and governance documentation.
• Support compliance with applicable data protection requirements, including UAE PDPL, GDPR and India’s DPDPA.
• Support ISO 27001 controls, internal reviews, client assessments and certification audits.
• Monitor security events and vulnerabilities, investigate incidents and coordinate response and remediation.
• Assess third‑party security and privacy practices and support reviews of data processing arrangements.
• Work with technical, business and client teams to promote responsible data handling.

Requirements (Qualifications/Experience/Competencies)

• Bachelor’s degree in information security, computer science, information technology or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in data security, with demonstrated exposure to privacy, governance and compliance.
• Practical experience with identity and access management, database security, encryption, vulnerability management and security monitoring.
• Working knowledge of data protection principles, ISO 27001 and data governance frameworks.
• Experience implementing controls in cloud and on‑premises environments.
• Strong documentation, analytical and communication skills.
• Preferred
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CIPT, CIPP/E, CDMP or ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor.
• Experience supporting enterprise platforms, government projects or environments handling sensitive personal data.

Leading provider of data management, market research, analytics and business intelligence solutions. Pioneer in data unification and bringing cognitive solutions to practical systems.

01, Ground Floor, Sahya Tower
Govt. Cyberpark Campus
Calicut, Kerala, India 673 016
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Timesworld is certified for ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 27001:2022.

Timesworld is registered with the ICO Data Protection Act 2018 No. ZA473769and EU-GDPR knowledge certified by Information Security Institute & endorsed by European RiskPolicy Institute. Timesworld is a corporate member of ESOMAR (European Society for Opinion andMarket Research).