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<div>Job Description &mdash; Confidential
hr@ithr360.com | www.ithr360.com
Network Security Engineer
Professional Services &middot; Network Security Practice
Location: UAE / Middle East (On-site)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Department: Professional Services &ndash; Network Security
Experience: 4&ndash;8 Years (Network / Network Security)
Reports To: Head of Technical Delivery
ABOUT ITHR
ITHR is a technology consulting and professional services organisation supporting enterprises across the UAE and Middle East with digital transformation, cybersecurity, ERP implementation, talent solutions, and managed technology services. We partner with organisations to design, implement, and optimise secure and scalable technology environments that enable business growth and operational resilience.
Our Network Security Practice delivers enterprise-grade security solutions spanning next-generation firewalls, secure connectivity, zero trust architectures, cloud-delivered security, and managed network security services. As organisations continue to modernise their infrastructure, network security remains a critical pillar of our delivery capability and an important area of strategic growth.
ROLE OVERVIEW
We are looking for an experienced Network Security Engineer to join our technical delivery team. This is a hands-on role spanning the full project lifecycle &mdash; from pre-sales Proof-of-Concept (PoC) environments and solution design through to deployment, integration, and post-go-live support across enterprise customer environments.
You will be the technical authority on network security engagements, working directly with customers onsite and remotely to deliver firewall deployments, policy migrations, network segmentation programmes, and secure access solutions. You will also contribute to our managed network security service, where ongoing policy management, health monitoring, and incident escalation are part of the scope.
The role requires deep expertise in at least one major firewall vendor ecosystem, strong networking fundamentals, and the confidence to lead technical conversations and produce customer-ready documentation independently.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES<ul><li>
Design, deploy, and configure next-generation firewalls (NGFW) across enterprise customer environments &mdash; including Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet FortiGate, and Cisco platforms.</li><li>
Design, build, and execute PoC environments for prospective customers during the pre-sales stage &mdash; defining success criteria, standing up the solution, running demonstrations, and producing outcome reports to support deal progression.</li><li>
Develop key project deliverables: High-Level Designs (HLDs), Low-Level Designs (LLDs), project plans, firewall ruleset documentation, and network security policy frameworks.</li><li>
Perform firewall policy reviews, rule base optimisations, and security posture assessments &mdash; identifying unnecessary exposure, rule bloat, and misconfigurations in existing customer environments.</li><li>
Configure and manage site-to-site and remote access VPN solutions &mdash; IPSec, SSL/TLS, and zero trust network access integrations.</li><li>
Implement network segmentation and micro-segmentation strategies &mdash; designing zone-based architectures, DMZ configurations, and east-west traffic controls.</li><li>
Deploy and tune Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS), URL filtering, application control, SSL inspection, and threat prevention profiles.</li><li>
Integrate network security platforms with SIEM, SOAR, and log management infrastructure &mdash; ensuring relevant telemetry flows to the SOC for monitoring and alerting.</li><li>
Configure and support SD-WAN solutions and their integration with cloud-delivered security services where applicable.</li><li>
Support integration of SASE/SSE platforms (Zscaler, Netskope, or similar) alongside or in place of traditional perimeter controls where customer architecture demands it.</li><li>
Conduct technical workshops, customer onboarding sessions, and knowledge transfer with customer network teams post-deployment.</li><li>
Produce thorough as-built documentation and operational runbooks suitable for customer sign-off and ongoing managed service handover.</li><li>
Provide post-deployment support, troubleshoot complex network security issues, and act as technical escalation during the warranty and stabilisation phase.</li><li>
Contribute to internal delivery standards, PoC playbooks, and best-practice guides as the network security practice matures.</li></ul>
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS (MUST-HAVE)<ul><li>
4&ndash;8 years of hands-on experience in network security or network engineering roles, with a strong delivery track record in enterprise environments.</li><li>
Deep practical expertise with at least one major NGFW platform &mdash; Palo Alto Networks (PAN-OS), Fortinet (FortiOS), or Cisco (FTD/ASA) &mdash; including design, deployment, and advanced feature configuration.</li><li>
Strong networking fundamentals: routing (BGP, OSPF, static), switching, VLANs, NAT, QoS, spanning tree, and packet-level troubleshooting.</li><li>
Hands-on experience with VPN technologies &mdash; IPSec IKEv1/v2, SSL VPN, and remote access architectures.</li><li>
Practical knowledge of network security architecture principles &mdash; zone design, least privilege, defence-in-depth, and perimeter versus zero trust models.</li><li>
Experience performing firewall policy reviews and rule optimisation in live customer environments.</li><li>
Ability to develop HLDs, LLDs, and customer-facing documentation to a professional standard independently.</li><li>
Comfortable working onsite with enterprise customers, leading technical workshops, and managing stakeholder expectations.</li><li>
At least one of the mandatory certifications listed below must be held at the time of application.</li></ul>
CERTIFICATIONS
Candidates must hold at least one mandatory certification. Additional certifications &mdash; particularly from multiple vendor ecosystems &mdash; are a strong differentiator.
Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE) Palo Alto Networks Mandatory (one required)
Cisco CCNP Security Cisco Mandatory (one required)
Fortinet NSE 7 / FCSS &ndash; Secure Networking FortinetMandatory (one required)
Zscaler Certified Administrator (ZCCA-IA / ZCCA-PA / ZCP) Zscaler Good to Have
Netskope Administrator / Integrator Accreditation Netskope Good to Have
Palo Alto PCNSA Palo Alto Networks Good to Have
Fortinet NSE 4 / NSE 5 Fortinet Good to Have
Cisco CCNA / CCNA Security Cisco Good to Have
Check Point CCSA / CCSE Check Point Good to Have
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE-TO-HAVE)<ul><li>
Hands-on experience with Zscaler (ZIA/ZPA) or Netskope as part of a SASE/SSE architecture.</li><li>
Experience with Check Point firewalls, SmartConsole, policy management, and R8x administration.</li><li>
Familiarity with network access control solutions such as Forescout, Cisco ISE, or Aruba ClearPass.</li><li>
Experience with SD-WAN platforms including Fortinet Secure SD-WAN, Palo Alto Prisma SD-WAN, Cisco Meraki, or similar technologies.</li><li>
Exposure to cloud networking and security including Azure Virtual WAN, AWS Transit Gateway, cloud-native security groups, and cloud firewall deployments.</li><li>
Familiarity with packet capture and traffic analysis tools such as Wireshark and tcpdump.</li><li>
Scripting or automation experience using Python, Ansible, or REST APIs.</li><li>
Prior delivery experience in the UAE or broader Middle East region.</li></ul>
SOFT SKILLS &amp; PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES<ul><li>
Technically rigorous with a strong focus on secure architecture and attention to detail.</li><li>
Customer-confident and comfortable leading workshops, presentations, and design discussions.</li><li>
Methodical under pressure with structured troubleshooting capabilities.</li><li>
Clear communicator able to explain technical concepts to business stakeholders.</li><li>
Collaborative and delivery-focused, working effectively with project managers, pre-sales teams, and operations groups.</li></ul>
WHAT WE OFFER<ul><li>
Competitive Compensation &mdash; Strong base salary with incentives linked to delivery quality and project outcomes.</li><li>
Training &amp; Certification Budget &mdash; Dedicated annual budget for certifications, vendor training, and lab environments.</li><li>
Multi-vendor Exposure &mdash; Work across Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco, SASE, and cloud security platforms.</li><li>
Regional Delivery &mdash; Exposure to projects across the UAE and wider Middle East region.</li><li>
Growth Path &mdash; Clear progression into Senior Network Security Engineer, Solutions Architect, or Practice Lead roles.</li><li>
Culture &mdash; A collaborative technology-focused team that values technical excellence, ownership, customer success, and execution.</li></ul></div>

Network Security Engineer

Acenet

About Us: AceNet Consulting is a fast-growing global business and technology consulting firm leveraging a consultative approach, deep domain expertise and strong technology capabilities across business transformation, IT strategy &amp; architecture, digital transformation, data engineering &amp; analytics, AI/ML, cloud &amp; infrastructure, enterprise applications and emerging technologies to deliver value to our global clients. AceNet&rsquo;s marquee clients include Tier-1 and Tier-2 banking &amp; financial services, asset &amp; wealth management, healthcare, consumer retail, eCommerce &amp; logistics, engineering, government &amp; public sectors, consulting and technology firms. With presence across Abu Dhabi UAE, Texas USA and India (Bangalore, Gurgaon &amp; Pune), AceNet brings strong consulting and delivery capabilities across project staffing, managed services, outsourcing and offshoring.Job Summary We are seeking skilled Senior Azure Integration Developers with strong hands-on experience in building and supporting enterprise-grade integration solutions on Microsoft Azure. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Azure Integration Services and will contribute to designing, developing, and deploying scalable, secure, and high-performing integration solutions aligned with enterprise standards.Key Responsibilities: * Design, develop, and implement integration solutions using Azure Integration Services such as Logic Apps, Azure Functions, API Management, Service Bus, Event Grid, and Azure Data Factory. * Collaborate with architects and senior stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical integration solutions. * Develop and maintain APIs, workflows, and messaging solutions following best practices and enterprise standards. * Participate in solution design discussions with a focus on scalability, performance, and security. * Implement reusable components, templates, and integration patterns to improve delivery efficiency. * Contribute to CI/CD pipeline development using Azure DevOps or GitHub for automated deployments. * Monitor and troubleshoot integration solutions, ensuring high availability and performance. * Work closely with cross-functional teams including infrastructure, security, and application teams for seamless solution delivery. * Ensure adherence to governance, compliance, and security policies across all integration implementations.Role Requirements &amp; Qualification: * Extensive experience designing and implementing complex integration solutions on Azure. * Strong expertise in API architecture, event-driven architecture, and messaging systems. * Proven experience in performance optimization, scalability, and secure integrations. * Good exposure to Azure infrastructure components (VNet, Private Endpoints, Key Vault, Monitoring). * Ability to guide junior developers and contribute to solution design. * Strong communication and collaboration skills. * Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail. *Ability to work in agile and fast-paced environments. *Ownership mindset with a focus on quality and timely delivery.Why Join Us: * Opportunities to work on transformative projects, cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions with leading global firms across industry sectors. * Continuous investment in employee growth and professional development with a strong focus on up &amp; re-skilling. * Competitive compensation &amp; benefits, ESOPs and international assignments. * Supportive environment with healthy work-life balance and a focus on employee well-being. * Open culture that values diverse perspectives, encourages transparent communication and rewards contributions.Work Location: In person

SharePoint Online Developer (Power Platform)

Johnson Controls

<div>What you will do
The Senior Sales Engineer - BMS, Controls is a key role contributing to growth and managing major accounts reporting directly to Sales Manager &ndash; Controls , UAE
Based in Abu Dhabi, the role shall emphasize in bringing in business through AMC contracts, Pull through &amp;, retrofit jobs and control optimization and digital solution selling to drive the growth of business for Service Department for Building Technology and Solutions with particular focus on Controls &amp; Digital solutions.
How you will do it<ul><li>
Compliance: Adhere to company processes, policies, and compliances</li><li>
Market Strategy: Differentiate Johnson Controls through market understanding and sales strategies.</li><li>
Customer Engagement: Develop solutions for customer challenges using BMS product portfolio.</li><li>
Business Development: Focus on AMC contracts, retrofit jobs, control optimization, and digital solution selling.</li><li>
Stakeholder Mapping: Identify strategic accounts to grow business within JCI installed base.</li><li>
Collaboration: Work with internal pre-sales teams to create techno-commercial solutions.</li><li>
Proposal Preparation: Create technical and commercial proposals for customers and tenders.</li></ul>
What we look for<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree preferably in electrical, Mechanical, Electronics, Instrumentation Engineering, or relevant experience.</li><li>
5-7 years in selling maintenance &amp; service contracts, replacement/upgrade projects focusing on Building management systems</li><li>
Track Record: Proven ability to maintain and expand accounts by generating new business and Pull-throughs</li><li>
License: Valid UAE Driving License.</li><li>
Customer focused and ability to build relationship with customers.</li><li>
Organization skills and ability for multi-tasking in a fast paced work environment.</li><li>
Determined, results and self-driven, maturity and high team spirit are essential qualities to succeed in a dynamic environment.</li><li>
Excellent written and verbal communication in English.</li></ul></div>

Senior Sales Engineer - BMS, Controls

James Cubitt MENA

<div>
 
 &nbsp;We&rsquo;re Hiring | Senior Architects (Design Team)
 
 
 
 
 
 Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
 
 
 Position: Senior Architect &ndash; Design
 
 
 Experience Required: Minimum 10+ Years
 
 
 Job Type: Full-Time
 
 
 
 
 
 Software Skills: Revit Architecture (Mandatory), AutoCAD
 
 
 
 
 
 James Cubitt MENA is seeking experienced Senior Architects to join our Design Team in Abu Dhabi. The role requires strong design capability combined with leadership and coordination skills, suitable for professionals who can guide teams and deliver complex projects within a consultancy environment.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities &amp; Requirements
 
 
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 Minimum 10+ years of professional experience in architectural design, preferably with reputed engineering consultancy firms in the UAE.
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 Demonstrated experience in the design and development of high-rise buildings, mixed-use developments, and large-scale commercial projects.
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 Strong proficiency in Revit Architecture for design development and production of coordinated architectural deliverables.
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 Solid understanding of UAE building codes, authority regulations, and approval processes.
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 Ability to coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior staff, and support Design Managers in achieving project milestones.
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 Interested candidates with relevant UAE experience may share their CV and Portfolio at m.rashmi@jamescubitt.com
 
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Senior Architect

AD Ports Group

<div>
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 The purpose of this role is to conduct specialized in-depth studies in terms of organization structure and strategic workforce planning, implement organization development programs and propose viable strategies to sustain efficient and effective organization.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 Core Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 Organization Design:
 
 
 
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 Support in the design, evaluation, and implementation of organizational structures aligned with corporate strategy.
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 Conduct structural diagnosis and provide insights on effectiveness, spans &amp; layers, and operating model design.
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 Develop organizational scenarios and recommend design options, highlighting trade-offs and business implications.
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 Prepare job design frameworks ensuring alignment with role clarity, accountability, and career progression.
 
 
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 Strategic Workforce Planning (SWP)
 
 
 
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 Conduct workforce demand-supply modelling using Excel and workforce analytics tools.
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 Develop strategic workforce plans that align with growth priorities, transformation initiatives, and automation impact.
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 Run &ldquo;what-if&rdquo; scenarios (e.g., restructuring, growth, attrition,) to enable proactive workforce decisions.
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 Track and report workforce metrics (headcount, attrition, mobility, demographics, productivity) and provide insights for leadership.
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 Support development of unified job architecture, job sizing, and career frameworks.
 
 
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 Post-Merger Integration (PMI)
 
 
 
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 Support HR due diligence by assessing organizational structures, headcount, and workforce risks.
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 Lead workforce integration planning (role mapping, redundancies, redeployment, harmonization of policies).
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 Provide modelling support to evaluate cost synergies, overlaps, and workforce rationalization opportunities.
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 Partner with HR and business leaders to execute seamless people and organization integration.
 
 
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
 Educational and Technical Qualifications:
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Engineering, Finance or Business Administration or a related field. Master's degree is a plus
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 Demonstrated success in workforce/financial modelling using Excel and other analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, OrgVue, Anaplan preferred).
 
 
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 Language Skills:
 
 
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 Excellent English.
 
 
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 Years of Experience:
 
 
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 A minimum of 8 to 10 years of experience in a similar role out of which at least 3 in a Big 4/MBB consultancy
 
 
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 Nature of Experience:
 
 
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 Strong expertise in Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables, scenario modelling, workforce cost modelling, dashboards).
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 Knowledge of Org Design frameworks (spans &amp; layers, operating models, job architecture).
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 Expertise in Strategic Workforce Planning methodologies (supply-demand modelling, scenario planning, critical role identification).
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 Familiarity with M&amp;A / PMI processes, including due diligence and HR integration.
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 Excellent collaboration skills with a reputation as a team player.
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 Strong process improvement, change management, and project management skills.
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 Experience with presenting information to groups and managing projects.
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Senior Specialist - OD & Workforce Planning

Damen

<div>
 We offer you an Ocean of Possibilities. Join our family.
 
 
 Position Title: Business Analyst
 
 
 Department: Data &amp; Analytics/ Shared Services/ Financial Group Control
 
 
 Location: Damen Shared Services, Abu Dhabi
 
 
 Reports To: Manager Data Analytics
 
 
 Employment Type: Full-Time
 
 
 
 Job Purpose
 
 
 
 As a
 
 Business Analyst
 
 at Damen, you play a key role in understanding business needs and translating them into actionable data and reporting solutions. You act as a bridge between business stakeholders and data/IT teams, ensuring that requirements are clearly defined, challenged where needed, and converted into meaningful dashboards, KPIs, and insights that support decision-making.
 
 
 This role requires strong business understanding, stakeholder engagement, excellent communication skills and the ability to translate operational needs into structured BI solutions, with a focus on driving data-driven decision-making across the organization.
 
 
 
 About The Organization
 
 
 
 You will join an international organization where data and analytics are increasingly central to decision-making. The organization is actively professionalizing its data and BI landscape, with teams operating across multiple international locations.
 
 
 A central data and analytics team collaborates with specialized teams for data engineering, data platform management, and dashboard development. Key focus areas include strengthening data governance, standardizing reports, and KPI definitions, and developing organization-wide dashboards.
 
 
 Over the coming years, the data and BI domain will continue to expand, with the objective of embedding data-driven working practices across the organization.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 Business Understanding &amp; Stakeholder Engagement:
 
 
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 Develop strong understanding of business operations and processes
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 Act as trusted advisor to stakeholders (Finance, Operations, Projects)
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 Proactively challenge business requirements and assumptions to ensure clarity and feasibility
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 Familiar with the agile way of working
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 Facilitate workshops to define KPIs and reporting needs
 
 
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 Requirements Translation &amp; Solution Design
 
 
 
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 Translate business needs into functional requirements and user stories
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 Align business expectations with data models, dashboards, and reporting solutions
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 Act as the bridge between business and technical/data teams
 
 
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 BI &amp; Reporting
 
 
 
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 Support development of Power BI dashboards and reporting solutions
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 Define and standardize KPIs and reporting frameworks
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 Ensure outputs are business-relevant, actionable, and aligned with decision-making needs
 
 
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 Data Governance &amp; KPI Standardization
 
 
 
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 Drive consistency in KPI definitions and reporting structures
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 Support data governance initiatives and best practices
 
 
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 Stakeholder Enablement
 
 
 
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 Support stakeholders in interpreting dashboards and insights
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 Provide guidance and training on data-driven decision-making
 
 
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 Key Accountabilities
 
 
 
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 Clear translation of business needs into (BI) solutions
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 Adoption of standardized KPI frameworks
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 Delivery of business-relevant dashboards and insights
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 Strong alignment between business stakeholders and data/IT teams
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 Improved data-driven decision-making across the organization
 
 
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
 Education:
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Business Administration, Data Analytics, Information Systems, Finance, Engineering, Statistics, Computer Science, or related field
 
 
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 Experience
 
 
 
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 5&ndash;8 years in Business Analysis or BI/reporting roles
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 Strong stakeholder management and requirement gathering experience
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 Proven experience translating business needs into data and BI solutions
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 Mandatory experience in a project-based, engineering, manufacturing, or industrial environment
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 Exposure to finance, business control, or operations domains is required
 
 
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 Business Knowledge
 
 
 
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 Strong understanding of project-based environments and operations
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 Experience working with finance, business control, or operational teams
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 Ability to connect business processes with data and reporting solutions
 
 
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 Technical Skills
 
 
 
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 Power BI (incl. Star Schema or similar relations)
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 ERP systems (SAP, IFS, Dynamics)
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 Understanding of data modelling concepts
 
 
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 Soft Skills
 
 
 
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 Strong communication and stakeholder engagement
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 Ability to challenge requirements constructively
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 Ability to translate between business and technical teams
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 Proactive, structured, and solution-oriented mindset
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 Professional proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
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Business Analyst – Data & Analytics

DIPG

Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Oversee on-site architectural works ensuring compliance with design, codes, and project specs</li><li>Coordinate with other disciplines at project site, consultants, and subcontractors during construction.</li><li>Awareness of method/procedure of submittals ( preferable: Al DAR projects Experience)</li><li>Review and interpret architectural drawings and resolve site-related issues</li><li>Prepare compliance statements and ensure quality requirements.</li><li>Support in project documentation, progress reports, and technical submittals.</li><li>Aware of Estidama and Authorities requirements</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Architecture or Architectural Engineering</li><li>5+ years of relevant site experience</li><li>Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, and other design tools</li><li>Strong knowledge of construction methods and building codes</li><li>Excellent coordination and problem-solving skills</li></ul>Job Type: Full-time

Architect Engineer

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