Senior ICT Analyst/Specialist

Job Description

· Provide technical and strategic advisory services to government entities to help them build their data asset registers and implement classification policies.

· Design guidelines and toolkits to enable government employees to classify data independently and efficiently.

· Measure the level of compliance of government entities with national data classification policies and submit periodic performance reports to decision-makers.

· Lead national initiatives to assess cybersecurity risks resulting from improper classification of sensitive data at the state level.

· Ensure alignment of different entities’ policies with national data protection and privacy legislation, and identify data sovereignty requirements.

· Evaluate global technical solutions in data classification and provide recommendations to government entities on the best tools suited to the national infrastructure.

· Organize national workshops and conferences to transfer knowledge and discuss challenges faced by institutions in implementing data classification projects.

Requirements

Required Academic Degree

· Bachelor’s degree in (Information Security, Computer Science, or Management Information Systems).

· Strongly preferred: Master’s or PhD in (Data Governance or Public Cybersecurity Policy).

Required Training Certificates (If required)

· CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional) – Advanced level

· CGEIT (Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT)

· Audit and compliance certifications such as CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor)

· ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor / Implementer

Required Years of Experience

· Minimum 10 years of experience in data governance and security.

· Must include at least 4 years working on regulatory frameworks, national policies, or consulting for major government institutions.

Required Language Proficiency

· Arabic: Optional

· English: Required

· Other: Arabic preferred but not mandatory

Other Required Qualifications

· Regulatory background: Deep understanding of local data and privacy laws and national cybersecurity standards.

· Consulting skills: Strong ability to influence and negotiate with senior leadership across government entities.

· Strategic vision: Ability to link data classification to national priorities such as digital transformation, data economy, and digital sovereignty.

· Institutional excellence: Familiarity with government excellence standards and quality models (e.g., EFQM) to ensure world-class advisory services.

Requirements
We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Business Development Director to lead strategic growth initiatives across the defense and security sectors. The ideal candidate will possess deep industry expertise, exceptional market insight, and a strong network within the MENA region. This role will drive business expansion by identifying strategic partnerships, suppliers, and investment opportunities. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Market Development: Direct all business development activities, continuously monitoring defense market requirements and identifying optimal solutions through global suppliers and investment partners. Focus on the MENA market, with the ability to expand and strengthen the company’s presence regionally and internationally. Communication & Relationship Building: Establish and oversee the execution of a strategic communication plan that effectively promotes the company’s value proposition to customers, government agencies, and international defense entities. Cultivate and maintain long-term relationships with global defense contractors, security institutions, and industry leaders to drive business growth and strategic collaboration. Client & Market Intelligence: Continuously assess current and emerging requirements of government, defense, and state security clients to ensure best-fit solutions. Source innovative offerings either from within the company’s existing investment portfolio or through new partnerships across the global defense sector. Maintain an in-depth understanding of global defense trends, key players, market drivers, and technological advancements to anticipate opportunities and challenges. Requirements Qualifications & Experience: Background: Business Development in Defense Industry Years of Experience: 10 – 15 years in the same or related field Proven success in developing and executing business strategies within the defense and security domains, preferably within the MENA region. Strong track record of partnering with government agencies, defense manufacturers, and technology firms. Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Defense Studies, or related field; a Master’s degree is an advantage. Personal Attributes: Strategic, analytical, and commercially astute. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust across cultures and sectors. Entrepreneurial mindset with a commitment to advancing national defense capabilities through innovation and partnership.