Senior Consultant - Risk Consulting - Digital Risk

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm is looking for a Senior Consultant to join their Digital Risk team. You will advise clients on managing digital risk and ensuring resilience through comprehensive assessments. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in digital risk consulting, possessing strong communication skills in Arabic and/or English. The role offers competitive compensation, continuous learning, and opportunities for growth in a diverse culture.

Benefits

Long-term career opportunities

Continuous learning

Flexible work environment

Transformative leadership

Inclusive culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a digital risk consultant, IT auditor, or IT risk specialist.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in Arabic and/or English.
• Proficiency in emerging technologies (IoT, Cloud, Blockchain).

Responsibilities

• Provide insights into digital risk and resilience for MENA clients.
• Assist executives in business development related to digital risk.
• Participate in client engagements and deliver excellent service.

Skills

Digital risk management

IT risk assessments

Software asset management

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, information systems, or related discipline

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

SAP

Oracle

MS Dynamics

Job description

The opportunity

EY is recruiting for a Senior Consultant to join our Digital Risk team at various offices across MENA. In this role, you will work closely with clients to provide strategic advice on managing their digital risk, ensuring resilience through comprehensive assessments of their digital and software ecosystems. You will also be responsible for helping clients strengthen their software management frameworks and assess risks associated with their technology infrastructure.

Your key responsibilities

• Be an integral team member providing insights into digital risk, resilience, and software management, supporting MENA clients with tailored solutions.
• Work with multiple client teams advising them on IT Risk and digital resilience, including performing digital assessments, ensuring effective software management, and guiding them through managing digital risks.
• Assist executives in developing business opportunities by demonstrating deep expertise in digital risk and assessments.
• Participate in client engagements, delivering excellent service through collaboration and effective communication with senior team members. You will also contribute to report preparation and client service delivery across assigned tasks.

Skills and attributes for success

Proactive, accountable, and results-driven individuals will thrive in this environment. Successfully managing competing priorities and resources, while delivering clear and consistent communication, will set you apart. You will have a significant impact on your clients and team, fostering a positive and resilient work culture.

To qualify for the role, you must have:

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, information systems, or a related discipline. A degree in business, accounting, finance, with additional IT or digital risk qualifications, is also suitable.
• 5+ years of experience as a digital risk consultant, IT auditor, or IT risk specialist in a professional services firm, technology company, telecom, or financial services company.
• Expertise in IT risk assessments, digital resilience frameworks, software asset management, ERP control validation (SAP, Oracle, MS Dynamics), emerging technologies (IoT, Cloud, Blockchain), systems assessments, and internal/external audit integration.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in Arabic and/or English, with an ability to explain complex digital concepts clearly.
• Proficiency in MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Ideally, you’ll also have:

• Relevant certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CISM, and/or CIA.
• Experience in working with international consulting firms, implementing best practices in software management and digital risk assessments.

What we look for

We seek professionals who are passionate about driving innovation, particularly in digital resilience, technology risk, and software management. We are interested in individuals who can adapt to new challenges and drive meaningful change for our clients.

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. Our benefits include:

• Long-term career opportunities: As a global Big-4 firm, EY provides opportunities for growth and development across the globe.
• Continuous learning: You’ll gain the mindset and skills to tackle future challenges.
• Success on your terms: We offer flexibility and tools to help you make an impact.
• Transformative leadership: You’ll receive the coaching and insights needed to be a leader in digital risk.
• Inclusive culture: At EY, we celebrate diversity and inclusion, empowering you to make your voice heard.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the above criteria, please contact us as soon as possible.

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