Senior InfoSec Strategist — ISMS, SOC & Cloud

Ccq; Doha; On-site; QAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sr. Information Security Expert at CCQ in Doha leads the institution’s cybersecurity initiatives, ensuring compliance with Qatar's National Cybersecurity Strategy and international standards. Responsibilities include overseeing SOC operations, managing cloud security, and conducting risk assessments. Candidates need 15+ years of experience with CISSP and CEH certifications. This position offers significant challenges in a higher education environment while contributing to advancements in Qatar’s cybersecurity landscape.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in cybersecurity governance, risk management, and SOC operations.
• Mandatory CISSP and CEH certifications.
• Preferred ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, CCSP, OSCP, and CREST certifications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the institution’s cybersecurity framework.
• Oversee SOC operations and conduct risk assessments.
• Manage cloud and network security architectures.
• Drive security awareness programs and conduct phishing simulations.

Skills

Expertise in ISO 27001

Cybersecurity governance

Risk management

SOC operations

Cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Security awareness programs

Threat intelligence

Incident response

Education

Bachelor’s degree in an IT related field

Job description

The Sr. Information Security Expert at CCQ in Doha leads the institution’s cybersecurity initiatives, ensuring compliance with Qatar's National Cybersecurity Strategy and international standards. Responsibilities include overseeing SOC operations, managing cloud security, and conducting risk assessments. Candidates need 15+ years of experience with CISSP and CEH certifications. This position offers significant challenges in a higher education environment while contributing to advancements in Qatar’s cybersecurity landscape.