Head of Information Security (Security Operations) - Doha, Qatar

Job Summary

Lead the development and execution of information security frameworks, focusing on protection during mega sports events and non-event periods.

Oversee daily Security Operations Center (SOC) activities, including monitoring, incident detection, triage, and response.

Drive proactive threat hunting, vulnerability management, and intelligence-led security operations.

Design, architect, and optimize SOC capabilities, defining workflows, playbooks, escalation procedures, and KPIs.

Ensure integration and scalability of IT and OT security monitoring, continuously enhancing SOC maturity.

Manage incident investigations, forensic analysis, crisis management, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Lead procurement activities : RFP preparation, vendor evaluation, tool selection, and vendor management.

Oversee IT and OT security integration, securing ICS / SCADA systems, and implementing segmentation strategies.

Ensure compliance with Qatar NCSA and international standards (ISO 27001, NIST, MITRE ATT&CK); develop and enforce security policies and controls.

Act as primary liaison with stakeholders, regulators, and partners; provide leadership reports, consultations, and represent the organization in audits.

Mentor and manage SOC teams, define team structure and KPIs, deliver training, and promote continuous improvement.

Oversee deployment, maintenance, and optimization of security technologies (SIEM, SOAR, EDR, firewalls, IDS / IPS).

Drive automation, evaluate emerging technologies, and refine security detection and response processes.

Ensure all activities meet compliance, governance, and business objectives, contributing to overall organizational security posture.

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