Manager - Technology Consulting - Cyber

As part of our Cyber Technology Consulting team, you will lead and manage data privacy and protection engagements for clients across the MENA region. Your role will involve designing and implementing privacy frameworks, driving data protection strategies, ensuring regulatory compliance, and embedding privacy by design. The position requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams within Advisory services and aims to help organizations build trust, ensure compliance, and protect sensitive personal and organizational data in today’s digital and regulatory landscape.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead privacy and data protection programs, including privacy impact assessments (PIAs), data protection impact assessments (DPIAs), and data flow mapping.
• Advise clients on regulatory compliance with privacy laws and standards such as GDPR, UAE Federal Decree Law No. 45, and others.
• Design and implement privacy governance frameworks aligned to business and legal requirements.
• Provide strategic guidance on Privacy by Design, Data Classification, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), and third-party data risk management.
• Oversee privacy audits, readiness assessments, and regulatory response planning.
• Collaborate with legal, compliance, information security, and data governance teams.
• Design and deliver training sessions on data privacy principles and best practices.
• Evaluate and manage privacy risks associated with third-party vendors and partners.
• Stay updated on evolving data privacy regulations and assess their impact on data protection practices.
• Manage client relationships, project delivery, resource allocation, and quality assurance.
• Mentor and coach junior team members.

Skills and Attributes for Success:

• Deep understanding of data protection regulations and emerging legislative requirements.
• Strong knowledge of privacy risk management and data lifecycle management.
• Excellent project management, stakeholder communication, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to interpret complex technical results and present insights to business stakeholders.
• Collaboration skills with legal, compliance, data, and technical stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or master’s degree in information technology, cyber security, or related fields.
• 6-7 years of experience in Data Privacy and Protection.
• A valid passport for travel.
• Industry-recognized certifications such as CIPP/E, CIPP/M, CIPM, or similar are advantageous.
• Experience working with privacy technology platforms and tools.

Language Requirements:

• Excellent communication skills.

What We Offer: We provide a competitive compensation package rewarded based on performance and recognize the value you bring to our business. We also offer continuous learning, transformative leadership development, and a diverse and inclusive culture where you can make a meaningful impact.