Senior Data Privacy & Governance Consultant

Cyber Gate Defense; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity consulting firm is seeking a Senior Consultant specializing in Data Privacy. You will lead client engagements focused on compliance and governance, working closely with teams to assess privacy risks and implement data governance frameworks. The ideal candidate has a relevant degree and extensive experience in data privacy regulations. Competitive compensation and opportunities for professional development are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4–6 years of experience in data privacy, data governance, or compliance roles.
• Strong knowledge of GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, ISO27701 and other global privacy regulations.
• Proven experience in data classification, mapping, and data flow analysis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct privacy and data protection assessments, including Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs).
• Design and implement data classification and mapping frameworks.
• Analyze and document data flows across systems and departments.

Skills

Data privacy compliance

Data classification and mapping

Data flow analysis

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in law, Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field

Job description

A leading cybersecurity consulting firm is seeking a Senior Consultant specializing in Data Privacy. You will lead client engagements focused on compliance and governance, working closely with teams to assess privacy risks and implement data governance frameworks. The ideal candidate has a relevant degree and extensive experience in data privacy regulations. Competitive compensation and opportunities for professional development are offered.