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Introduction:  We are a leading UAE retail company representing a portfolio of premium sports, lifestyle, and consumer brands. We are seeking an experienced Senior Finance Analyst to join our finance team. We are known for our commitment to operational excellence, innovation, and delivering exceptional customer experiences, and we offer a dynamic and collaborative environment where employees can make a meaningful business impact. The Senior Finance Analyst will play a key role in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, performance analysis, and strategic decision-making. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will provide actionable financial insights that support sustainable growth, improve business performance, and influence key commercial decisions. Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Build and maintain the annual and monthly budget &amp; rolling forecast plans by channel, brand and store across Retail, Wholesale and E-commerce.</li><li>Track the business plans against the Budget/Forecast and identify risks and opportunities.</li><li>Work with the accounting team through month-end close on accruals and analytical review.</li><li>Own the monthly management reporting pack: P&amp;L by channel, brand and store, with variances against budget, forecast and last year.</li><li>Prepare the PowerPoint decks for business reviews, leadership meetings and brand principal updates.</li><li>Maintain KPI dashboards covering sales, margin, opex and inventory.</li><li>Support new store feasibilities, lease renewals and other investment cases.</li><li>Improve financial models and automate recurring reports (Excel; Power BI and AI tools).</li><li>Support ERP and BI enhancements and help keep master data clean.</li><li>Document reporting processes so they are repeatable and auditable.</li><li>Ad hoc scenario modelling/ decision support for management.</li></ul> Qualifications &amp; Experience <ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or a related field; CIMA, ACCA, CA or CFA (qualified or part-qualified) preferred.</li><li>Five to eight years in FP&amp;A or commercial finance, with at least two to three years in retail; multi-store, multi-channel or franchise businesses.</li><li>GCC experience strongly preferred.</li><li>Advanced Excel and strong PowerPoint are essential; Power BI or a similar BI tool is a plus.</li><li>Hands-on experience of a major ERP (Microsoft Dynamics or similar).</li></ul>  Why Join us? This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing, multi-brand retail organization where your insights will directly influence business performance and strategic decision-making. You'll work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment that values innovation, continuous improvement, and professional development. If you are a proactive finance professional with strong analytical skills and a passion for turning data into meaningful business insights, we encourage you to apply and take the next step in your career.

Senior Finance Analyst (Retail)

Sephora

<div>At Sephora, beauty is about feeling seen, valued, and empowered, individually and collectively. It is connecting deeply with others, celebrating diversity and inclusivity, unlocking your potential and making a difference every day. Together, we belong to something beautiful. Since its inception in 1969 in Limoges, France, and as part of the LVMH Group since 1997, Sephora has been disrupting the prestige beauty retail industry. Today, Sephora continues to break with convention to drive its mission: champion a world of inspiration and inclusion where everyone can celebrate their beauty. With 56,000 employees in 35 countries, we connect customers and beauty brands within the world&rsquo;s most passionate beauty community. With a curation of nearly 500 brands, and our own label, Sephora Collection, we offer the most unique and diverse range of products: fragrances, makeup, hair care, skincare... and much more 
Position Purpose:<div>
The Financial Controller will be responsible for supporting the Management Team in achieving the company&rsquo;s business and financial measures. This role will partner with the business functions in Middle East and in Europe and deliver high level financial information on time.</div><div></div><div> 
You will excel and enjoy this role if you are ready to actively handle the following missions:</div><div></div><div> 
Financial Planning</div><ul><li>
Lead financial annual budgeting and reforecasting processes for key P&amp;L lines, including the development, maintenance, and ongoing improvement of forecasting models to ensure accurate financial plans.</li><li>
Support with timely submission of forecasts in the LVMH systems</li><li>
Monthly Outlook /Estimates (on a request / ad-hoc basis)</li></ul><div></div><div> 
Reporting &amp; Analysis</div><ul><li>
Lead month-end variance analysis, providing insights into financial performance and key underlying drivers, changes against the plan, and upcoming risk and opportunities</li><li>
Translate complex data into compelling narratives, clearly communicating trends, insights, and actionable impacts to guide strategic decision-making.</li><li>
Close partnership with business to monitor and analyze key investment areas &amp; recommend actions for improvement.</li><li>
Participation in month-end close process &amp; delivery of financial and management reports per company&rsquo;s schedule</li><li>
Ad hoc analyses to support the business</li></ul><div></div><div> 
Do not hesitate to apply if you have:</div><ul><li>
5-8 years of experience in FP&amp;A, business partnering or controlling roles; BIG 4 experience is a plus.</li><li>
Business partnering skills - ability to build trusting relationships with different stakeholders in France and Middle East.</li><li>
Analytical thinking, always looking for opportunities for improvement.</li><li>
Advanced Excel and Reporting systems understanding skills.</li><li>
High level of accuracy, with an eye for details while keeping the big picture in sight.</li></ul> 
Here, you will find:<ul><li>
Community, in which authenticity is embraced, and the strength of our differences fuels our collective spirit.</li><li>
Culture of empowerment, learning &amp; growth, that offers you the tools, space and opportunity to learn, innovate and lead</li><li>
Work that brings, fulfillment. From delighting clients every day, to inspiring our industry at large, every action makes a difference</li></ul> 
Join us and belong to something beautiful.</div>

Financial Controller

Geenwich Food Ingredients

Finance Manager &ndash; FP&amp;A &amp; MISJob DescriptionLocationDubai, United Arab EmiratesReports toFinancial ControllerDirect reportsAccounting / bookkeeping teamLevelSenior manager, below Controller (peer to Treasury &amp; Banking function)PurposeOwn management reporting, financial planning, and day-to-day accounting operations for a growing UAE-based food commodity trading and processing business with international supply chains (US, T&uuml;rkiye, GCC). The role supervises the bookkeeping team, produces the monthly MIS, owns the consolidated cash flow forecast, and prepares lender-grade reporting &mdash; working alongside a separate Treasury &amp; Banking function that executes facility operations.Key ResponsibilitiesAccounting Operations &amp; Bookkeeping<ul><li>Supervise the bookkeeping team: daily transaction recording, AP/AR, inventory accounting, and intercompany entries</li></ul><ul><li>Run the month-end close process to the Controller's calendar; the Controller retains final sign-off on the close, reconciliations, and accounting judgments</li></ul><ul><li>Maintain clean, audit-ready books across trading, processing, and in-transit inventory positions</li></ul>MIS &amp; Management Reporting<ul><li>Produce the monthly MIS pack: P&amp;L, balance sheet, working capital bridge, margin analysis by product and origin, and KPI dashboard</li></ul><ul><li>Develop landed cost and gross margin models covering multi-origin sourcing and third-party processing arrangements</li></ul><ul><li>Own the consolidated bank reporting pack as the single source of numbers presented to lenders, incorporating facility data supplied by Treasury</li></ul>Cash Flow Forecasting<ul><li>Build and maintain the rolling 13-week cash flow forecast, reconciled weekly to actuals</li></ul><ul><li>Integrate facility positions, maturities, and utilization data provided by the Treasury &amp; Banking function on a fixed weekly cycle</li></ul><ul><li>Report the cash conversion cycle across procurement, in-transit, processing, and receivables stages</li></ul>Planning &amp; Analysis<ul><li>Lead the annual budget and quarterly reforecasts</li></ul><ul><li>Model scenarios for supply, pricing, and FX exposure in commodity procurement</li></ul><ul><li>Support capex evaluation and financing analysis for expansion projects</li></ul><ul><li>Define and maintain finance team requirements per geography (UAE, T&uuml;rkiye, US) &mdash; sizing, phasing, and gaps &mdash; reviewed quarterly with the Controller and CFO</li></ul>Scope Boundaries<ul><li>Facility execution &mdash; drawdowns, trust receipt settlements, LC issuance, and bank negotiations &mdash; sits with the Treasury &amp; Banking function, not this role</li></ul><ul><li>Final close sign-off, accounting policy, and the audit relationship remain with the Financial Controller</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>7&ndash;10 years in finance, including experience managing a small accounting team through month-end close</li></ul><ul><li>Background in a commodity trading, food/agri, or import-distribution business strongly preferred</li></ul><ul><li>Working familiarity with trade finance instruments (trust receipts, LCs, invoice financing) sufficient to report on them accurately &mdash; execution experience not required</li></ul><ul><li>Proven experience producing management and bank reporting packs</li></ul><ul><li>Strong Excel-based financial modeling; hands-on ERP experience (any major system)</li></ul><ul><li>Qualified or part-qualified accountant (CA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA)</li></ul><ul><li>UAE experience strongly preferred; comfort operating in a family-owned business environment</li></ul><ul><li>Fluent English; Turkish or Farsi a plus given supply chain geography</li></ul>What This Role Is NotThis is not a reporting-only or analyst position, nor a treasury role. The successful candidate combines hands-on accounting supervision with analytical ownership of the numbers the business presents internally and to its banks.Pay: From AED15,000.00 per monthWork Location: In person

Finance Manager – FP&A & MIS

KPMG

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 Role Summary
 
 
 
 KPMG LG is looking for a qualified and experienced Manager to lead and grow its Accounting and Finance Operations Managed Services practice. The role is suited for a candidate with strong consulting firm experience in UAE, a solid understanding of finance and accounting operations, and hands-on experience in outsourcing or managed services delivery.
 
 
 The Senior Manager will be responsible for driving business development, managing client relationships, guiding delivery teams, and ensuring high-quality execution of finance and accounting outsourcing engagements.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 Business Development and Client Relationship Management
 
 
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 Identify and develop new business opportunities for Accounting and Finance Operations Managed Services in UAE.
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 Build strong relationships with existing and prospective clients, including CFOs, finance directors, business owners, and senior management.
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 Lead client discussions, proposal development, commercial negotiations, and presentation of KPMG&rsquo;s managed services offerings.
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 Work closely with Partners and Directors to develop market strategies, account plans, and go-to-market propositions.
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 Support cross-selling of related services such as CFO support, FP&amp;A, payroll, procurement operations, ERP support, accounting advisory, and finance transformation.
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 Delivery Leadership
 
 
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 Lead and supervise the delivery of finance and accounting outsourcing engagements.
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 Guide delivery teams in areas such as Accounting and Reporting, Financial statements and consolidation, period closing, FP&amp;A, accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, reconciliations, management reporting and payroll accounting.
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 Ensure timely, accurate, and high-quality service delivery in line with agreed service levels and client expectations.
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 Review deliverables, resolve technical and operational issues, and provide practical guidance to the team.
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 Drive process improvements, standardisation, automation, and efficiency across engagements.
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 Practice Development
 
 
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 Support the development of KPMG LG&rsquo;s Accounting and Finance Operations Managed Services practice.
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 Help design service offerings, pricing models, delivery structures, operating procedures, and quality control frameworks.
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 Contribute to building tools, templates, dashboards, SOPs, and reporting packs for managed services engagements.
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 Support recruitment, training, mentoring, and performance development of team members.
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 Promote a strong delivery culture focused on quality, accountability, client service, and commercial discipline.
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 Technical and Operational Oversight
 
 
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 Apply strong knowledge of accounting standards, finance operations, internal controls, and outsourcing delivery models.
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 Ensure compliance with applicable accounting, tax, regulatory, and client-specific requirements.
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 Support clients in improving finance processes, controls, reporting timelines, and operational efficiency.
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 Coordinate with internal KPMG teams including Tax, Audit, Risk, Technology, and Advisory as required.
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 Required Qualifications
 
 
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 Qualified accounting professional, such as
 
 CA, ACCA, CPA
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
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 Minimum of
 
 10 to 12 years of relevant experience
 
 , preferably with strong exposure to consulting, advisory, outsourcing, or managed services.
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 Prior experience with a consulting firm or professional services firm in UAE is strongly preferred.
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 Strong knowledge of accounting and finance operations, including financial close, reporting, reconciliations, AP, AR, GL, payroll accounting, and management reporting.
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 Required Experience and Skills
 
 
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 Proven experience in business development and client relationship management.
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 Strong understanding of the UAE market, including client needs, regulatory environment, and finance operating models.
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 Experience in leading finance outsourcing, accounting managed services, finance transformation, or shared services engagements.
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 Ability to guide and manage delivery teams across multiple clients and workstreams.
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 Strong commercial acumen, including proposal preparation, pricing, budgeting, and engagement profitability.
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 Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
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 Strong problem-solving ability and hands-on approach to resolving delivery challenges.
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 Ability to manage senior client stakeholders and internal leadership expectations.
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 Experience with ERP systems, accounting platforms, workflow tools, and reporting dashboards will be an advantage.
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Manager - Finance & Accounting Operations - Managed Services

Midis Group

<div>
 
 Job Title
 
 
 
 
 Senior Financial Analyst
 
 
 
 
 Job Scope
 
 
 
 The Senior Financial Analyst is accountable for tracking the company&rsquo;s financial performance, analyzing business performance and market conditions to create forecasts and support senior management in tactical and strategic decisions through periodic reports. S/He trains and mentors the Financial Analyst(s) as and when needed.
 
 
 
 Main Duties And Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Consolidate and analyze financial statements, forecast future revenues and expenditures and create financial models for decision support
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 Support the management team in developing financial plans and determine the best use of resources to achieve business objectives/business case
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 Identify trends, keep track of financial performance and provide recommendations for optimization based on set financial plans
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 Perform variance studies and comparative performance and develop forecast models accordingly
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 Generate periodic reports and work closely with the accounting/finance teams to ensure accurate financial reporting
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 Develop, update and drive process and policy improvements optimizing workflows and improving financial growth
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 Provide creative alternatives and recommendations to reduce costs and improve financial performance
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 Understand the various departments and divisions and provide ideas to grow and improve the business
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 Consult with the management team to guide strategic decision making and provide support to projects as and when needed
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 Maintain knowledge and keep abreast of new financial regulations or policies
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 Oversee the daily activities of the Financial Analyst(s) and mentor as needed
 
 
 
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 Position Requirements
 
 
 
 
 Education
 
 
 
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Accounting or Finance
 
 
 
 Experience
 
 
 
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 Minimum 4&ndash;5 years of experience as a Financial Analyst, Data Analyst, or in a similar data-driven role.
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 Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex data, identify trends, and deliver actionable business insights.
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 Highly data-driven profile with excellent logical thinking, problem-solving, and reporting capabilities.
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 Preferably from the IT industry or a technology-driven environment.
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 Experience analyzing data across multiple regions, product portfolios, and business units.
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 Proven ability to analyze key business performance metrics, including sales performance, profitability, trends, KPIs, forecasting, and variance analysis.
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 Experience leveraging AI-powered analytics and reporting tools to enhance data analysis and business decision-making.
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 Advanced proficiency in AI tools for Excel, data analysis, chart and dashboard creation, reporting, and data interpretation is mandatory.
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 Ability to utilize AI tools to improve productivity, automate reporting processes, and generate meaningful business insights.
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 Advanced Excel skills, including PivotTables, Power Query, advanced formulas, and data visualization.
 
 
 
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</div>

Senior Financial Analyst

Berkeley me

Senior Finance AnalystLocation: Dubai, United Arab Emirates (In-Person) Employment Type: Full-TimeCompany OverviewBerkeley Middle East is looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Finance Analyst to support strategic financial planning and business decision-making. The successful candidate will be responsible for financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, performance reporting, and identifying opportunities to improve financial efficiency. This role requires a highly analytical professional with strong commercial acumen and the ability to transform financial data into actionable business insights.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare financial models, forecasts, budgets, and variance analyses.</li><li>Analyze financial performance and provide recommendations to improve profitability.</li><li>Develop monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports.</li><li>Monitor key financial metrics and identify trends affecting business performance.</li><li>Support strategic planning, business cases, and investment analysis.</li><li>Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data and reporting.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support operational and financial objectives.</li><li>Assist with audits, compliance requirements, and process improvement initiatives.</li><li>Provide senior management with data-driven financial insights for decision-making.</li></ul>Required Skills<ul><li>Strong expertise in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.</li><li>Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, financial modelling, and data analysis.</li><li>Knowledge of IFRS, financial reporting standards, and corporate finance principles.</li><li>Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar.</li><li>Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Excellent communication and presentation abilities.</li><li>High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities.</li></ul>Preferred Experience<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (Master's degree is an advantage).</li><li>Professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA, CMA, CIMA, or CFA is highly preferred.</li><li>Minimum 5&ndash;7 years of experience in financial analysis, planning, or corporate finance.</li><li>Experience working within multinational organizations or diversified business groups is preferred.</li><li>Proven ability to provide strategic financial insights that support business growth.</li></ul>Why Join Berkeley Middle East?<ul><li>Join a growing international organization with exciting career opportunities.</li><li>Work on strategic financial projects that directly influence business success.</li><li>Collaborate with experienced professionals in a dynamic and innovative environment.</li><li>Enjoy continuous learning, professional development, and long-term career growth.</li></ul>Apply NowInterested candidates are invited to submit their application through our careers portal:https://berkeleyme.com/apply-for-jobs/Work Location: In person

Senior Finance Analyst

BigData Technology Solutions

L3 IT Security Engineer _M365Location: DubaiJob OverviewWe are seeking an experienced L3 M365 Security Engineer to serve as our top-tier technical Implementation and escalation point for all cloud security issues. In this role, you will diagnose and resolve complex, systemic infrastructure failures, respond to advanced persistent threats, and continuously optimize security policies across the Microsoft 365 environment. You will bridge the gap between day-to-day operations and high-level cloud architecture.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Advanced Incident Escalation: Act as the final escalation point for L1/L2 teams, resolving deep technical issues within Microsoft Entra ID, conditional access routing, and complex authentication flows.</li><li>Threat Hunting &amp; Forensics: Lead deep-dive forensic investigations using Advanced Hunting KQL (Kusto Query Language) queries in Microsoft Defender XDR to hunt for hidden threats and lateral movement.</li><li>Complex Policy Troubleshooting: Resolve broken Data Loss Prevention (DLP) rules, misconfigured information protection labels, and synchronization failures within Microsoft Purview.</li><li>Automation &amp; Scripting: Develop, test, and deploy Microsoft Graph API scripts and advanced PowerShell modules to automate incident remediation and policy enforcement.</li><li>Architecture &amp; Change Management: Review proposed changes from cloud architects, assess their impact on operations, and execute high-risk production updates with minimal business disruption.</li><li>Incident Response: Investigate security alerts, perform root cause analysis, and execute remediation actions in coordination with the wider IT/Security Operations Center (SOC) team</li><li>Device &amp; Endpoint Management: Configure and enforce security policies on mobile and desktop devices via Microsoft Intune</li><li>Auditing &amp; Governance: Conduct regular security assessments, maintain compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., ISO 27001, GDPR), and review audit logs</li><li>Mentorship &amp; Knowledge Transfer: Conduct regular technical training sessions for L1/L2 engineering staff and author definitive Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Requirements<ul><li>Experience: 5+ years of dedicated enterprise IT support experience, with at least 3 years explicitly operating as a Tier 3 engineer in an M365 environment.</li><li>KQL Mastery: Proven hands-on capability writing complex Kusto Query Language queries to investigate security event logs.</li><li>Advanced Infrastructure Knowledge: Deep understanding of hybrid identity management (Entra Connect), modern authentication protocols (SAML, OAuth, OIDC), and routing concepts.</li></ul>Certifications<ul><li>Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert (SC100) or Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate (SC-200).</li><li>Soft Skills: Exceptional logical reasoning, crisis management skills during active security incidents, and clear communication under high-pressure scenarios.</li></ul>Application Question(s):<ul><li>What is your notice period to join?</li><li>What is your expected salary in AED?</li><li>How many years of work experience do you have in operating as a Tier 3 engineer in an M365 environment?</li><li>Do you have hands-on experience working with Kusto Query Language?</li><li>Are you certified in Cybersecurity Architect Expert (SC-100) or Security Operations Analyst Associate (SC-200)?</li><li>Do you have valid certification in Cisco-CCNP?</li><li>Are you with hands-on experience - Ivanti Patch Management, Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Defender, and DLP tools?</li><li>Are you certified with Microsoft Security Administrator or CompTIA Security+?</li></ul>Work Location: In person

L3 IT Security Engineer_M365

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