cybersecurity governance lead

Anotech

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 🔐 Hiring: Compliance Officer (Cybersecurity &amp; Governance)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We are looking for an experienced
 
 Compliance Officer
 
 to lead and strengthen cybersecurity governance, risk, and privacy frameworks within a large-scale national digital ecosystem.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 🎯 What We&rsquo;re Looking For
 
 
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 Strong experience in cybersecurity governance, compliance &amp; audit
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 Proven expertise in risk management and security frameworks
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 Solid knowledge of privacy regulations (GDPR, HIPAA, FFIEC, PCI, CJIS)
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 Excellent communication &amp; stakeholder management skills
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 Ability to build and drive a cybersecurity practice aligned with international best practices
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 Duties
 
 
 
 Several advisory services in term of Security Management and Governance are being expected to support the adaptation of the policies, guidelines, for example, covering:
 
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 Risk management.
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 Threats and vulnerabilities modeling.
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 Attacks path modeling and countermeasures.
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 Managerial aspects concerning information security.
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 Assessment of information security effectiveness and degrees of control.
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 Awareness and Education around security concepts for all stakeholders.
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 Standards for information security.
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 Reporting (e.g. disaster recovery and business continuity).
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 Theoretical and empirical analysis.
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 Economic aspects of the cybersecurity ecosystem.
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 Capability modeling.
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Compliance Officer

PC99 Technologies & Innovation Group

Job Title: Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)PC99 Technologies &amp; Innovation Group is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to lead the organization&rsquo;s global cybersecurity vision, governance, and risk management framework. This is a senior executive role designed for a leader who can shape enterprise security strategy, drive resilience, and protect mission-critical systems in a rapidly evolving threat landscape.This position is ideal for a seasoned cybersecurity executive who thrives in high-impact leadership roles, builds world-class security programs, and aligns cybersecurity with business growth and innovation.What You&rsquo;ll Do<ul><li>Define and lead the enterprise-wide cybersecurity strategy and roadmap</li><li>Oversee SOC, threat intelligence, incident response, and security engineering functions</li><li>Establish and enforce security governance, policies, and risk management frameworks</li><li>Lead organization-wide cyber risk assessments and mitigation strategies</li><li>Ensure compliance with global standards including ISO 27001, NIST, CIS, GDPR (where applicable)</li><li>Manage enterprise security architecture across cloud, hybrid, and on-prem environments</li><li>Oversee advanced threat detection, response, and recovery programs</li><li>Lead executive-level incident response and crisis management initiatives</li><li>Collaborate with CEO, CTO, and board members on cybersecurity posture and risk reporting</li><li>Drive security awareness culture across all departments</li><li>Evaluate and implement next-generation cybersecurity technologies and AI-driven defense systems</li></ul>What We&rsquo;re Looking For<ul><li>10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 5 years in leadership/executive roles</li><li>Proven experience as CISO, Head of Security, or Security Director in a large organization</li><li>Strong expertise in enterprise security architecture, SOC operations, and risk governance</li><li>Deep knowledge of cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid infrastructure</li><li>Strong understanding of frameworks: ISO 27001, NIST CSF, CIS Controls, GDPR</li><li>Certifications preferred: CISSP, CISM, CCISO, CISA</li><li>Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and executive communication skills</li><li>Proven ability to lead security transformation programs at scale</li></ul>Why Join PC99 Technologies &amp; Innovation Group<ul><li>Executive leadership role shaping enterprise cybersecurity strategy</li><li>High-impact projects across global digital transformation initiatives</li><li>Opportunity to build and lead a world-class security organization</li><li>Exposure to advanced security technologies and enterprise-scale systems</li><li>Collaborative, innovation-driven leadership environment</li><li>Strong career influence at board and executive level</li></ul>Compensation and Schedule<ul><li>Performance-based executive incentives and bonuses</li><li>Full-time leadership role</li><li>On-site executive position with strategic flexibility and on-call escalation responsibility</li></ul>About the CompanyPC99 Technologies &amp; Innovation Group is a fast-growing technology organization specializing in cybersecurity, digital transformation, and enterprise IT solutions. The company partners with global organizations to strengthen security posture, modernize infrastructure, and deliver future-ready digital ecosystems.Apply NowIf you are ready to lead cybersecurity at an executive level and drive enterprise-wide security transformation, we invite you to submit your application today.Pay: RO5,800.000 - RO10,500.000 per monthWork Location: In person

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

TotalShield Cybersecurity & Risk Solutions

Job Title: Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)About the OpportunityTotalShield Cybersecurity &amp; Risk Solutions is seeking a visionary and experienced Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to lead our cybersecurity strategy, risk governance, and enterprise security operations across Kuwait and the wider GCC region.This is a high-impact executive role for a leader who thrives in building secure digital environments, managing enterprise risk, and guiding organizations through complex cyber threats.If you are passionate about cybersecurity leadership, strategic risk management, and protecting critical infrastructure &mdash; this role offers strong career growth, regional influence, and executive-level responsibility.What We Offer<ul><li>Competitive executive-level compensation package</li><li>Strategic leadership role with regional impact</li><li>Opportunity to build and lead a modern cybersecurity program</li><li>Exposure to enterprise, government, and critical infrastructure clients</li><li>Fast-growing environment with leadership autonomy</li></ul>Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Develop and execute enterprise-wide cybersecurity strategy and roadmap</li><li>Lead Security Operations Center (SOC), incident response, and threat intelligence functions</li><li>Establish governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) frameworks</li><li>Oversee cybersecurity architecture, cloud security, and infrastructure protection</li><li>Manage enterprise risk assessments and regulatory compliance (local and international standards)</li><li>Lead incident response planning and breach management</li><li>Advise executive leadership on cyber risk posture and mitigation strategies</li><li>Build and mentor high-performing cybersecurity teams</li><li>Coordinate with external auditors, regulators, and strategic partners</li><li>Ensure continuous improvement of security posture across all systems</li></ul>Candidate Profile<ul><li>Proven experience in senior cybersecurity leadership roles (CISO, Head of Security, Director-level)</li><li>Strong background in cybersecurity frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, etc.)</li><li>Experience in SOC operations, risk management, and enterprise security architecture</li><li>Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills</li><li>Experience in government, enterprise, or regulated industries is highly preferred</li><li>Ability to operate in fast-paced, high-security environments</li></ul>Why Join UsAt TotalShield, you will shape the cybersecurity direction of a growing regional organization. This role offers executive influence, high visibility, and the opportunity to build security programs from the ground up while working with advanced technologies and enterprise clients.Call to ActionIf you are ready to take on a strategic leadership role in cybersecurity and make a regional impact, we encourage you to apply today. Join us in building secure digital futures across Kuwait and the GCC.Job Type: Full-timePay: KD4,000.000 - KD7,000.000 per monthWork Location: In person

Confidential

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 A
 
 fintech organization
 
 is seeking a highly experienced
 
 Head of IT Security
 
 to lead and safeguard its cybersecurity landscape across digital financial services.
 
 
 
 
 
 This senior leadership role is responsible for defining and executing the organization&rsquo;s cybersecurity strategy, ensuring regulatory compliance, protecting customer data and digital assets, and proactively mitigating cyber threats in a highly regulated financial environment.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Purpose:
 
 
 
 The
 
 Head of IT Security
 
 will establish, implement, and oversee a comprehensive cybersecurity framework aligned with business objectives and regulatory requirements. The role ensures the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of all systems, applications, and data while embedding security best practices across the organization.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 1. Cybersecurity Strategy &amp; Governance
 
 
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 Define and execute the IT security vision, strategy, and roadmap for remittance and e‑wallet operations.
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 Establish and maintain security governance frameworks, policies, standards, and procedures.
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 Ensure compliance with fintech, banking, and data protection regulations.
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 2. Security Operations &amp; Incident Management
 
 
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 Lead Security Operations Center (SOC) activities, including threat monitoring and detection.
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 Direct cybersecurity incident response, investigation, containment, and recovery.
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 Design and test incident response and crisis management plans.
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 Oversee vulnerability management and penetration testing programs.
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 </ul>
 
 
 3. Data Security &amp; Privacy
 
 
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 Design and enforce controls to protect sensitive customer and financial data.
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 Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations and industry standards.
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 Implement Data Loss Prevention (DLP) strategies and solutions.
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 4. Security Architecture &amp; Engineering
 
 
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 Define secure architecture standards for infrastructure, applications, and platforms.
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 Integrate security into SDLC and DevSecOps practices.
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 Evaluate and deploy security technologies (SIEM, IAM, EDR, WAF, DLP, etc.).
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 5. Third‑Party &amp; Vendor Security
 
 
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 Assess and manage cybersecurity risks related to vendors and partners.
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 Ensure security requirements are embedded in contracts and monitored continuously.
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 6. Team Leadership &amp; Management
 
 
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 Build, lead, and mentor a high‑performing IT security team.
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 Manage cybersecurity budgets and resource allocation.
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 Promote a strong security culture across the organization.
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 Qualifications &amp; Experience:
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s or Master&rsquo;s degree in
 
 Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity
 
 , or a related field.
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 Professional certifications such as
 
 CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CISA
 
 , or equivalent are highly desirable.
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 10&ndash;12 years
 
 of progressive experience in IT security, with significant leadership exposure.
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 Proven experience within
 
 fintech, banking, payments, or financial services
 
 environments.
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 Strong knowledge of cybersecurity risks and controls for remittance and e‑wallet platforms.
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 Excellent stakeholder communication and leadership skills
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Head of Information Technology

Talent 360 ME

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 About Us
 
 
 
 SiFi is a rapidly growing B2B Fin-Tech company transforming expense management for businesses in Saudi Arabia. As a licensed EMI from the Saudi Central Bank, we empower companies with innovative tools to simplify finance management.
 
 
 
 
 Position Overview
 
 
 
 
 The Data Protection &amp; Governance Specialist is responsible for establishing and managing the organization's data protection, privacy, and data governance program. The role ensures compliance with the Saudi Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) and National Data Management Office (NDMO) requirements.
 
 
 The role coordinates the development of governance frameworks, policies, and operational practices that ensure personal and organizational data are managed securely, responsibly, and in accordance with regulatory expectations.
 
 
 The position works closely with cybersecurity, legal, compliance, technology, and business teams to embed data governance and privacy practices across the organization.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 Personal Data Protection (PDPL)
 
 
 
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 Establish and maintain the organization's privacy governance framework
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 Develop and maintain data protection policies, procedures, and standards
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 Define data privacy-related KPIs and monitor them periodically
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 Lead and coordinate Privacy Impact Assessments (PIA / DPIA) for systems and initiatives involving personal data
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 Maintain records of personal data processing activities
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 Ensure processes exist to manage data subject rights requests (access, correction,deletion)
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 Support incident response processes related to personal data breaches
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 Provide guidance to internal teams regarding proper handling of personal data
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 Support regulatory alignment with the Saudi Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL)
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Data Governance &amp; NDMO Compliance
 
 
 
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 Lead the implementation of a data governance framework aligned with NDMO standards
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 Establish and maintain the organization's data classification framework
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 Define and coordinate data ownership and stewardship models across the organization
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 Develop policies governing data lifecycle management, including retention and disposal
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 Support implementation of data quality management and metadata standards
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 Maintain data inventory and data asset management documentation
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 Coordinate NDMO compliance assessments and remediation activities
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Governance Coordination &amp; Awareness
 
 
 
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 Promote awareness of data protection and data governance requirements across theorganization
 </li>
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 Provide guidance to business units on proper data handling and classification
 </li>
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 Support the development of training programs related to data protection and governance
 </li>
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 Coordinate with Legal, Compliance, Risk, and Technology teams to ensure regulatory alignment
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
 Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Information Systems, Law, or related field.
 
 
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 2-4 years of experience in data protection, privacy, data governance, or cybersecurity governance roles
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 Experience working in regulated environments such as financial services or fintech
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 Familiarity with PDPL, NDMO, and regulatory governance frameworks is preferred
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 Saudi Nationality
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Preferred Certifications
 
 
 
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 CIPP/E or CIPP/M - Certified Information Privacy Professional
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 ISO 27001 Foundation or Lead Implementer
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 Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP)
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Key Skills
 
 
 
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 Strong understanding of data protection and privacy principles
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 Knowledge of data governance frameworks and regulatory compliance
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 Ability to develop policies and governance documentation
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 Strong stakeholder coordination and communication skills
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 Strong analytical and organizational capabilities
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 </ul>
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Data Protection & Governance Specialist

Riyadh Air

<div>About the Company:

Riyadh Air (RX), headquartered in the Saudi Capital, is the new national airline that&rsquo;s shaping the future of flying. It seeks to lead the aviation industry by transforming Saudi Arabia into a global aviation and trade hub &ndash; a digitally native airline that will connect the kingdom to more than 100 destinations.
About the Role:

Do you have the strategic insight and leadership drive to shape enterprise cybersecurity risk for a next‑generation airline? 
In this pivotal role, you'll lead cybersecurity strategy and enterprise cyber risk posture by embedding risk‑based decision making across business and technology environments. 
You'll develop and maintain the enterprise‑wide cybersecurity strategy aligned with organisational objectives and risk appetite. 
Central to this role, you will lead the cyber risk management lifecycle, oversee enterprise risk assessments, establish data security governance, and ensure emerging technology and business risks are proactively identified and managed.<div> 
Acting as a bridge between cyber risk and executive decision‑making, this role ensures complex threats are translated into meaningful insight while balancing innovation, resilience and protection of critical information assets.</div><div><div>
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You&rsquo;ll be both strategic and pragmatic, equally comfortable defining multi‑year cyber roadmaps and engaging leaders with clear, risk‑based insights.</div></div><div></div> 
Importantly, you will bring a strong background in cybersecurity strategy, enterprise risk management, and governance, ideally within large or complex organisations. 
Join us in shaping a resilient and secure future for air travel; where strategy meets risk intelligence, and trust is built into every decision.
About You:

Degree qualified, you are expected to demonstrate a minimum of 7 years of experience in cybersecurity strategy, enterprise cyber risk management, or GRC leadership roles, with a strong understanding of cyber risk assessment, data security governance, and strategic security planning. 
We&rsquo;d love to hear from you even more if you have experience influencing executive leadership and shaping risk decisions within highly regulated or digitally transforming environments. 
This is your opportunity to shape the future of air travel. Bring your best and show us why you can own this position within Riyadh Air. 
Please submit your application by clicking on the Apply button. Our Talent Acquisition team will be reviewing applications shortly.</div>

Cybersecurity Strategy and Risk Manager

Talent 360

<div>About Us
SiFi is a rapidly growing B2B Fin-Tech company transforming expense management for businesses in Saudi Arabia. As a licensed EMI from the Saudi Central Bank, we empower companies with innovative tools to simplify finance management. 
Position Overview
The Data Protection &amp; Governance Specialist is responsible for establishing and managing the organization&rsquo;s data protection, privacy, and data governance program. The role ensures compliance with the Saudi Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) and National Data Management Office (NDMO) requirements.
The role coordinates the development of governance frameworks, policies, and operational practices that ensure personal and organizational data are managed securely, responsibly, and in accordance with regulatory expectations.
The position works closely with cybersecurity, legal, compliance, technology, and business teams to embed data governance and privacy practices across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Personal Data Protection (PDPL)<ul><li>Establish and maintain the organization&rsquo;s privacy governance framework.</li><li>Develop and maintain data protection policies, procedures, and standards.</li><li>Define data privacy-related KPIs and monitor them periodically.</li><li>Lead and coordinate Privacy Impact Assessments (PIA / DPIA) for systems and initiatives involving personal data.</li><li>Maintain records of personal data processing activities.</li><li>Ensure processes exist to manage data subject rights requests (access, correction,deletion).</li><li>Support incident response processes related to personal data breaches.</li><li>Provide guidance to internal teams regarding proper handling of personal data.</li><li>Support regulatory alignment with the Saudi Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL).</li></ul>
Data Governance &amp; NDMO Compliance<ul><li>Lead the implementation of a data governance framework aligned with NDMO standards.</li><li>Establish and maintain the organization&rsquo;s data classification framework.</li><li>Define and coordinate data ownership and stewardship models across the organization.</li><li>Develop policies governing data lifecycle management, including retention and disposal.</li><li>Support implementation of data quality management and metadata standards.</li><li>Maintain data inventory and data asset management documentation.</li><li>Coordinate NDMO compliance assessments and remediation activities.</li></ul>
Governance Coordination &amp; Awareness<ul><li>Promote awareness of data protection and data governance requirements across theorganization.</li><li>Provide guidance to business units on proper data handling and classification.</li><li>Support the development of training programs related to data protection and governance.</li><li>Coordinate with Legal, Compliance, Risk, and Technology teams to ensure regulatory alignment.</li></ul> 
Requirements 
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Information Systems, Law, or related field.<ul><li>2&ndash;4 years of experience in data protection, privacy, data governance, or cybersecurity governance roles.</li><li>Experience working in regulated environments such as financial services or fintech.</li><li>Familiarity with PDPL, NDMO, and regulatory governance frameworks is preferred.</li><li>Saudi Nationality
</li></ul>Preferred Certifications<ul><li>CIPP/E or CIPP/M &ndash; Certified Information Privacy Professional</li><li>ISO 27001 Foundation or Lead Implementer</li><li>Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP)</li></ul>
Key Skills<ul><li>Strong understanding of data protection and privacy principles.</li><li>Knowledge of data governance frameworks and regulatory compliance.</li><li>Ability to develop policies and governance documentation.</li><li>Strong stakeholder coordination and communication skills.</li><li>Strong analytical and organizational capabilities.</li></ul></div>

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