Information Security - Data Protection Consultant Job Vacancy in UAE Sharjah
Posted date [2025-02-10]
(ID: 33416)
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Dicetek is a global IT Solutions and Services Company founded in 2006, headquartered in Singapore. We are expanding our global network while delivering cost-effective consulting services. Our operational offices are located in India, UAE, Singapore, and the USA.
Focusing on various sectors including Banking & Financial Services, Telecom, Government, Oil & Gas, Logistics, Supply Chain, Real Estate, and Manufacturing, we offer top-notch Information Technology Solutions and Professional Consulting Services. We have built a solid reputation in the technology industry for exceptional service, guided by our core values of integrity, thought leadership, and excellence in the ever-evolving IT landscape. We aim to foster lasting relationships with our clients, prioritizing their satisfaction as a key performance indicator. This commitment has positioned us as a preferred partner for many. With over a decade of experience, we have a proven track record in consulting across diverse technical roles and industries. Our specialized team of over 1,200 IT Consultants combines international expertise with in-depth local market knowledge.... |
Information Security - Data Protection Consultant
Are you a data protection expert with experience in banking and financial services? This role in Sharjah offers an opportunity to **implement and monitor data protection regulations**, ensure compliance with UAE and global privacy laws, and enhance data security frameworks. If you have expertise in **information security, regulatory compliance, and privacy governance**, this position is ideal for you.
Job Location: Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
Job Industry: Banking and Financial Services
Job Function: Information Security and Data Protection
Salary: Negotiable
Gender: Any
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in implementing **bank policies and procedures** in compliance with UAE and global data protection regulations such as **CBUAE Consumer Data Protection, UAE Privacy Laws, and international privacy standards**
- Provide advisory support to business units on **data protection and privacy** matters
- Lead cross-functional working groups to **coordinate data protection efforts** and regulatory awareness across the bank
- Conduct **data protection and privacy monitoring**, compliance testing, and risk assessments
- Evaluate the bank’s **data protection framework**, identify areas of non-compliance, and implement corrective measures
- Maintain an **inventory of personal data and data processing activities**, ensuring transparency in data collection and usage
- Collaborate with **contracts, vendor management, and compliance teams** to ensure third-party contracts meet privacy requirements
- Support and promote a **culture of data security awareness** across all business units
- Conduct **training sessions for staff members** involved in data handling and processing
- Work with and **manage external vendors and auditors** during assessments and regulatory reviews
Required Skills and Experience
- Engineering degree with **5+ years of experience** in local and international **data protection within the banking and financial sector**
- Hands-on experience in implementing **data protection regulations and frameworks**
- Expertise in **data protection laws and compliance requirements**, including **CBUAE Consumer Data Protection, UAE Privacy Laws, and global privacy standards**
- Preferred certifications: **CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT, CDPO** or equivalent
- Strong knowledge of **information security, data protection, and IT systems**
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunity to lead data protection initiatives in a regulated banking environment
- Career growth in **information security, compliance, and data privacy**
- Exposure to **banking cybersecurity and regulatory compliance projects** in the UAE
About the Company
A leading financial institution committed to **data security, privacy compliance, and regulatory excellence**, ensuring **robust data protection frameworks** across banking operations in the UAE.
Are you a data protection expert with experience in banking and financial services? This role in Sharjah offers an opportunity to **implement and monitor data protection regulations**, ensure compliance with UAE and global privacy laws, and enhance data security frameworks. If you have expertise in **information security, regulatory compliance, and privacy governance**, this position is ideal for you.
Job Location: Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
Job Industry: Banking and Financial Services
Job Function: Information Security and Data Protection
Salary: Negotiable
Gender: Any
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in implementing **bank policies and procedures** in compliance with UAE and global data protection regulations such as **CBUAE Consumer Data Protection, UAE Privacy Laws, and international privacy standards**
- Provide advisory support to business units on **data protection and privacy** matters
- Lead cross-functional working groups to **coordinate data protection efforts** and regulatory awareness across the bank
- Conduct **data protection and privacy monitoring**, compliance testing, and risk assessments
- Evaluate the bank’s **data protection framework**, identify areas of non-compliance, and implement corrective measures
- Maintain an **inventory of personal data and data processing activities**, ensuring transparency in data collection and usage
- Collaborate with **contracts, vendor management, and compliance teams** to ensure third-party contracts meet privacy requirements
- Support and promote a **culture of data security awareness** across all business units
- Conduct **training sessions for staff members** involved in data handling and processing
- Work with and **manage external vendors and auditors** during assessments and regulatory reviews
Required Skills and Experience
- Engineering degree with **5+ years of experience** in local and international **data protection within the banking and financial sector**
- Hands-on experience in implementing **data protection regulations and frameworks**
- Expertise in **data protection laws and compliance requirements**, including **CBUAE Consumer Data Protection, UAE Privacy Laws, and global privacy standards**
- Preferred certifications: **CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT, CDPO** or equivalent
- Strong knowledge of **information security, data protection, and IT systems**
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunity to lead data protection initiatives in a regulated banking environment
- Career growth in **information security, compliance, and data privacy**
- Exposure to **banking cybersecurity and regulatory compliance projects** in the UAE
About the Company
A leading financial institution committed to **data security, privacy compliance, and regulatory excellence**, ensuring **robust data protection frameworks** across banking operations in the UAE.
