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    Senior Consultant/Manager – Technology Consulting | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Senior Consultant/Manager- Technology Consulting- Oracle- Fusion SCM- O2CWhole industries have been disrupted and transformed in recent years by digital technology. As a technology consulting professional, you’ll help businesses realize the value they can gain from their IT investments – supporting strategy and being a key growth driver. As part of a high-performing team, you’ll deliver exceptional client service – providing advice on how technology enablement, digital transformation and enterprise intelligence contribute to performance improvement, as well as how technology can act as multiplying effect during major program transformations. As organizations look to leverage the advantage technology offers, we’ll work with you to develop the consultancy and analytical skills that you’ll need in today’s environment. Working on projects that cross borders and sectors, the experiences you gain here will be more valuable than anywhere else. So, whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. The opportunity We are looking for an Oracle Fusion SCM/Order to Cash (O2C) Consultant, with a total experience of 7-10 years who can understand business requirements and other technical specifications, to join our rapidly expanding Technology Consulting team. Key Responsibilities: – Requirements gathering and documentation using AIM / OUM or other prescribed methodologies – Maintenance and enhancements to existing Oracle Fusion SCM modules like Product Management, Order Management Cloud, Pricing, Manufacturing, Inventory, Costing, Planning – Conduct CRP sessions, Participate in design reviews and discussions – Map client requirements against Oracle Fusion SCM Modules like Product Management, Order Management Cloud, Pricing, Manufacturing, Inventory, Costing, Planning – Should be able to interpret functional requirements and able to deliver and design it from offshore – Design module specific solution in the context of the integrated Oracle Fusion – Capable of handling Solution Design /Functional Fit-Gap /Training/Testing sessions – Assist business user during CRPs/SITs/UATs – Prepare quality deliverables – Prepare test scripts and test cases – Conduct trainings – Prepare quality deliverables- Support Project Management Office (PMO) What we look for Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident leader equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization.

    Key Profile Requirements: – 7-10 years of relevant experience working in Oracle ERP SCM (Earlier called as E-Business Suite) with at least 5 years of experience in Fusion SCM – Should have worked in at least 2 full life cycle implementations with at least one of the implementations on Fusion SCM – Experience of having a client facing role – Good exposure in handling integrations and data conversion activities – Experience in solution design and drafting functional specs and driving the solution – Application configuration, test case preparation and execution What we offer We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer: – Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. – Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. – Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. – Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build. EY | Building a better working world – EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets. – Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform, and operate. – Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax, and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

    EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

    EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. Information about how EY collects and uses personal data and a description of the rights individuals have under data protection legislation are available on our site.

    The MENA practice of EY has been operating in the region since 1923. For over 95 years, we have grown to over 7,500 people united across 21 offices and 16 countries, sharing the same values and an unwavering commitment to quality. As an organization, we continue to develop outstanding leaders who deliver exceptional services to our clients and who contribute to our communities. We are proud of our accomplishments over the years, reaffirming our position as the largest and most established professional services organization in the region More

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    Assistant Manager – Data Management and Governance | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Assistant Manager – Data Management and Governance, D&A, Technology ConsultingThe opportunity Joining EY’s Data and Analytics team in this exciting period of growth will offer a huge variety of opportunity to make a tangible impact to our clients businesses and to your career. We provide constant room for growth through client engagements and personal development. Our practitioners develop and lead innovative data techniques and methods, supporting both business and technology leaders. This role provides the unique opportunity to build a professional network, tackle complex data issues, and drive cutting edge approaches across industry leading clients and domains. The experiences you gain here will be more valuable than anywhere else. We are currently seeking management consultants with experience in the various data management related capabilities – including data governance, data operating model, data strategy, etc.- to lead and implement leading-edge data management and strategy projects. Your Key Responsibilities – Help our clients establish Data Management and Governance programs and drive data ownership into the client businesses – Perform Data Management and Governance reviews, Data Maturity assessments – Assist with implementation of the Data Management and Governance programs within the client organization – Conduct current state assessments, evaluate assessment results, and present findings in a logical and easy-to-understand manner – Assist with data architecture reviews and advise on data solutions that pertain to Data Governance programs (Data Catalogue, Data Quality, Business Glossary, data tools/software, metadata management, master data management, Lineage)

    Skills and attributes for success – Be self-motivated and passionate about data management and governance – Ability to meet deadlines and manage project delivery – Superior communication and interpersonal skills To qualify for the role, you must have – 7+ years of experience in and understanding of concepts and frameworks pertaining to Data Management- Data Governance, Data Policy, Data Lineage, Data Models, Data Quality, Data Risk and Control Frameworks, Data Literacy, Reference Data Management, Metadata Management – Experience within data management and governance. Possess knowledge of frameworks, standards and regulatory requirements related to Data Governance, Data Management – DAMA, BCBS239, CCAR, etc. – Worked with or have an understating of EDM Council DCAM assessment or an alternative data maturity assessment; be certified in EDM Council DCAM Assessment – Experience with data management tools such as Collibra, Informatica, Ataccama, etc. – Advanced problem-solving skills, superior communication (verbal and written) – Experience working independently, efficiently, and effectively under tight timelines and delivering results by critical deadlines – Experience with client-facing activities requirements gathering, presentation creation, and ability to prepare client ready deliverables – Experience of Agile and traditional SDLC delivery methodologies – Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ideally, you’ll also have – Prior consulting experience preferred – Project management and process development expertise in client serving roles – Strong organizational and time-management skills What we offer EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance . We Also offer: – Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. – Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. – Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. – Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build! Apply now

    EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

    EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. Information about how EY collects and uses personal data and a description of the rights individuals have under data protection legislation are available on our site.

    The MENA practice of EY has been operating in the region since 1923. For over 95 years, we have grown to over 7,500 people united across 21 offices and 16 countries, sharing the same values and an unwavering commitment to quality. As an organization, we continue to develop outstanding leaders who deliver exceptional services to our clients and who contribute to our communities. We are proud of our accomplishments over the years, reaffirming our position as the largest and most established professional services organization in the region More

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    Senior Manager / Manager | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Sr. Managers and Managers – Valuations, Business Modeling, Economic Advisory – Saudi ArabiaStrategy & Transactions (SaT) Valuation, Modeling and Economic Advisory (VME) At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. Competitive business today is all about making intelligent, informed decisions. As a Business Valuations Senior Manager or Manager, you’ll help make that happen. You will be an important part of our diversely talented, highly experienced team and work at the forefront of high-profile transactions. Our team of strategic advisors sits at the heart of a global Valuation & Modeling and Economics network of specialists who deliver high quality solutions on values creation through each phase of a decision-making support process. The opportunity EY has an established industry leading Valuation and Modeling and Economics practice. We advise our clients in addressing their strategic planning, transaction and non-transaction related decision-making process including strategic planning, identification and assessment of value creation financial reporting, market valuation for transactional purpose etc. You’ll have the opportunity to develop your career through a broad scope of engagements, mentoring and formal learning. That’s how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities. EY has dedicated teams providing full suite of Valuation, Modeling and Economic Advisory solutions across a range of industries and clients, including: – Real Estate, Hospitality and Construction (RHC) – Business Modeling & Valuations – Government Public Sector (GPS) – Economic Advisory (EA) – Decision Analytics (DA) – Capital Equipment Your key responsibilities – As a Senior Manager or Manager within Valuation Modeling and Economics team, you are likely to spend your day-to-day meeting with clients to develop a portfolio of engagements and working on commercial issues, working with management on parts of the acquisition process or transformation plans and regularly undertake valuations for strategic priorities. – You will also be responsible for building strong client relationships, spotting opportunities for new business, as well as developing and coaching junior members of the team.

    Skills and attributes for success – Strategic – you will help clients be forward-looking as they seek to identify and quantify sources of value creation. You will need to have a solution-oriented mind-set to act as an advisor to leverage on EY capabilities and assist clients in solving their issues and unlocking potential for value growth – Commercial – as part of the team you will regularly advise businesses on valuations issues with regards to acquisition, divestitures or restructuring and provide fairness opinions on transactions and restructurings To qualify for the role you must have – A bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, accounting or business and at least 5-8 years of related business valuation work experience; or a graduate degree and at least 8 to 10 years of related experience. – Solution driven individual and “out-of-comfort” zone thinker with demonstrated record of solving complex problems and completing challenging projects – Autonomous with demonstrated experience in handling and developing clients’ relationship, proactive in reporting to Director/Partner – Previous business valuation, capital allocation, portfolio optimization, corporate finance or strategy background experience – Financial modeling skills including experience building models from scratch. – Broad understanding of IFRS standards related to fair value measurements, business combination, impairment testing etc. Ideally, you’ll also have – Middle East experience is beneficial, but not required – Previous valuation experience in consulting firm or Big 4 Firm – Previous experience in coaching teams of junior and senior staff – Financial modeling experience – High business acumen and strategic mind set What we look for We are looking for candidates who are highly motivated, analytical, logical thinkers with a passion for valuations and have a very strong attention to detail. Being a strong team player is critical with the ability to adapt to changing requirements or deadlines in support of our clients goals. What we offer We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer: – Continuous learning : You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. – Success as defined by you : We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. – Transformative leadership : We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. – Diverse and inclusive culture : You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build. EY | Building a better working world EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets. Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate. Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

    EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

    EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. Information about how EY collects and uses personal data and a description of the rights individuals have under data protection legislation are available on our site.

    The MENA practice of EY has been operating in the region since 1923. For over 95 years, we have grown to over 7,500 people united across 21 offices and 16 countries, sharing the same values and an unwavering commitment to quality. As an organization, we continue to develop outstanding leaders who deliver exceptional services to our clients and who contribute to our communities. We are proud of our accomplishments over the years, reaffirming our position as the largest and most established professional services organization in the region More

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    Business Development Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    C&M – Business Development Manager – Dubai- IFSLine of ServiceIndustry/SectorSpecialismManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryAssurance – Clients and Markets – Risk Business Development Strategy Execution Manager The successful candidate will work within the Assurance Clients and Markets (C&M) team, and report directly to the Risk Markets leaderBU overviewThe Clients & Markets team is a team of specialist professionals who focus on marketing, business development and client pursuit. A career in the Clients & Markets team within Assurance will provide you with the opportunity to contribute to the growth of the Assurance business and the implementation of our Assurance strategy through meaningful data insights, actionable customer and competitor insights, as well a s the effective use of our CRM system. In a business development role, you will support the growth agenda of the Risk business by working directly with the Risk leadership, driving industry-targeted and account-targeted insights, and carrying out extensive data analysis. You will build strategic partnerships across the firm, and will be using effective written and verbal communications to ensure our initiatives support the Assurance strategy as well as the overall PwC strategy. ResponsibilitiesYour responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Business development strategy – Collaborate with Risk leadership to drive the development and implementation of the Risk business development strategy to achieve growth in priority markets, industries and accounts – with tangible metrics and KPIs – Drive xLoS (cross Line of Service) collaboration and activation of Risk within the firm’s ME priority account programme, through alignment with the firm’s GRPs and account drivers – Support the Risk leadership with development of new Risk propositions in response to identified market needs  – Proactively communicate with all Risk engagement leaders and become the first point of contact in regards to business development strategy – Drive market insights, perform competitor analysis and share insights and suggested action plans with Risk leadership – Drive the client assignment feedback initiative and make recommendations based on the results to inform future client relationship management Reporting and data analysis – Report on Risk revenue, pipeline information, wins and losses for key clients and penetration of ME Priority Accounts – Analyse results to identify opportunities and propose action plans – Support with ad-hoc data analysis requests from the wider Risk team – Gain an in-depth understanding of Salesforce CRM reports/ dashboards to monitor relevant KPIs for the Risk business  – Build and maintain Salesforce reports/ dashboards to analyse trends and draw insights, make informed decisions and recommendations to the Risk leadership – Be a Salesforce champion and promote best practice use of the platform across the business  – Report data inconsistencies to the Assurance Salesforce adoption lead and collaborate in correcting user behaviour Internal processes – Liaise with the Risk Marketing manager to find synergies and opportunities to collaboratively drive growth – Liaise with the Core Business Development Strategy Execution Manager to find crossovers and opportunities to collaboratively drive growth – Promote collaboration, trust and improvement across the Assurance Clients & Markets function as well as between Assurance and the wider Clients & Markets team – Collaborate with colleagues from across the Middle East firm (and Global where there are cross-network opportunities) and across all lines of service – Communicate with internal operations teams across the Middle East to find any pressing issues and be proactive in finding solutions  Brand awareness and formatting – Assist with formatting content and ensure all produced content is in accordance with the PwC brand – Create presentations that are visually appealing and in line with the PwC brand  Internal communications  – Prepare materials for regular internal meetings and practice updates – Produce monthly updates on behalf of Risk Markets Leader for the Assurance Leadership Team, including updates on priority accounts, key C&M activities, channel agility, pipeline and wins – Draft communications to key internal clients and senior stakeholders – On a monthly basis, contribute to the central Assurance newsletter. Identify key wins or relevant Risk news to be published Learning & Development  – Identify areas of continuous personal development and technical upskilling – Be curious and identify areas for improvement in processes within the Assurance Clients and Markets team

    Requirements:- The successful candidate will have in depth knowledge of business development principles, with an excellent understanding of current trends in the domain  – The candidate should also have in depth knowledge of the Professional Services Industry, including latest market developments, best practises and trends  – The candidate must have significant personal presence and strong interpersonal skills, enabling successful interaction with senior stakeholders – The preferred candidate will have strong data analytical skills and natural flair for handling data, with a willingness and potential to be upskilled digitally on various platforms such as Salesforce, Power BI, Alteryx and others – The successful candidate will be a highly motivated individual, with a strong sense of personal accountability for delivery and the ability to work independently. They must be able to prioritise workload, whilst being resilient and able to meet tight deadlines – The candidate should have experience of working with a diverse team, and have strong interpersonal skills, enabling effective communication with business representatives at all levels of the organisation – The preferred candidate will have strong presentation, verbal and written communication skills. They must be able to communicate with impact in both oral and written form in order to build credibility and trust with senior business and C&M contacts, and influence key stakeholders in both communities – Education: Bachelor’s Degree in a business discipline is preferred – Proven experience of working on business development strategy planning and execution projects – Years of experience: 5+ years of relevant experience, preferably within a professional services environment – Proven IT skills in programmes such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Google suite – Language skills: Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). Fluent in English but multilingual Arabic speaker preferable

    At PwC Middle East, we’ve set out an ambitious purpose and strive to live it everyday: to solve important problems and build trust in society.

    We’re a community of solvers that come together in unexpected ways to build trust and create sustained outcomes. We solve important problems, support one another as we grow, develop and build fulfilling careers.

    PwC provides industry-focused services for public and private clients across Assurance and Audit, Deals, Consulting, Tax and Legal. We draw on our development legacy that brings together the collective experience of over 7,000 people in our region with offices across 12 countries to solve for tomorrow.

    We’re striving to consistently deliver innovative work that builds trust and delivers sustained outcomes. And we’re proud of the strength that comes from all our different backgrounds and experiences and we value everyone’s uniqueness. We thrive in uncertainty, operate with integrity and leverage the diverse perspectives of our teams.

    If you’re looking for a place that fuels your ambition to make a difference, that matches your curiosity with continuous learning opportunities and reimagines ways of working to enable you to lead a more balanced life, then you’re a future PwCer. More

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    Executive Manager – Core Banking Application Development | Michael Page

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Core-Banking Application Development | Executive Manager | Riyadh This is a Technical Leadership Executive Manager Role accountable to create, lead and manage a high functioning specialist team to support the core-banking system (Retail, Corporate, and Treasury) across a large Bank in Riyadh. Application Development & Banking experience requiredClient DetailsThe Michael Page Executive Team are currently recruiting on a retained basis for one of the largest banks in Saudi Arabia.This is a vital position as Executive Manager – Application Manager position to lead & direct a team of developers and work on the development of software of the Banks core banking applications.Description* Help to manage a specialist team to support the core-banking system (Retail, Corporate, and Treasury) across the bank.* Collaboration with the Enterprise Architecture function to enable the emerging Tech stack.* Build and maintain effective working, operational and contract relationships (underpinned with SLA’s) across key vendors is essential. * Accountable to expedite the development of software within our vendor’s a large number of customizations across areas such as the Retail & Corporate Systems is a critical part of development and support.* Document all analysis, design, and development deliverables and align to the overall IT and Business Strategy as per the banks Vision* In addition, the role expected to manage, Guide the SME in his field and be able to analyse and prioritize business requests and design changes to support those needs, in consultation with other business and technology teams within the bank.Job Offer* Competitive salary * Health care* Tax free salary * Benefits * Bonus

    Minimum Experience:* 9 Years of experience in IT Industry.* Expertise with core-banking systems along with IT technology.* Managing projects within the Bank, relating to core banking under IT Applications Development managing:* Retail Banking* Consumer Finance* Skilled and experienced in core-banking systems* Application Development Experience * Help to lead and manage a high functioning team* Application Development * Saudi National

    Michael Page is one of the world’s leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

    The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:

    Finance & Accounting
    Banking & Financial Services
    Procurement
    Property & Construction
    Engineering & Supply Chain
    Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering
    Human Resources
    Sales
    Marketing
    Technology
    Secretarial
    Executive Search
    Legal

    The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide. More

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    Head of Data Architecture and Engineering | Michael Page

    Employment:

    Full Time

    With experience of legacy systems as well as building the right foundation for new-age data environments, this individual will lead the design and blueprint of the Data Architecture, in line with the wider data enablement agenda & strategy.As one of the first hires within this team, this role will be implementing the building blocks of the overall data infrastructure for the company.Client DetailsA government organisation in the UAE that has heavily invested in their data capability, now looking to expand their data governance & management team.Description* Responsible for designing the roadmap for, and managing the implementation of data warehousing, data modelling and integration for the company.* Work with different internal stakeholders to evaluate the current Data environment and provide strategic recommendations and solutions to maximise the value of data, fostering a data driven ecosystem.* Aid efforts to improve business performance through enterprise data solutions (example, data integration, data management and data lake’s).* Work with the Senior Data Architecture and Engineering lead and data engineers to define and implement required data pipelines.Job Offer* Opportunity to work with a top-caliber organisation with exposure to exciting and advanced data-driven projects.

    * At least 8 to 10 years’ experience working in Data Architecture.* Strong understanding of legacy oracle systems with the ability to design big data technology roadmaps across open-source technologies such as the Hadoop Ecosystem (including Spark, Scala, Hive, etc).* Have the ability to educate and communicate with business and technical teams, strategically manage expectations across stakeholders.

    Michael Page is one of the world’s leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

    The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:

    Finance & Accounting
    Banking & Financial Services
    Procurement
    Property & Construction
    Engineering & Supply Chain
    Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering
    Human Resources
    Sales
    Marketing
    Technology
    Secretarial
    Executive Search
    Legal

    The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide. More

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    Associate Security Consultant | IBM Middle East

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Introduction At IBM, work is more than a job – it’s a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you’ve never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world’s most challenging problems? If so, lets talk.Your Role and Responsibilities We are currently looking for Early professionals to be part of our Security Services team, where you will have the opportunity to undergo world class on-the-job training, close mentorship by IBM’s top notch security consultants and competency leads. You will be assigned to local and regional security projects covering both IT and OT domains. You will work with the Cyber Security Response Team – Security Monitoring Forensic and Threat Intelligence function, for our Security operation Center. This position requires a motivated fast learner, who is able to work within the Response team function to identify, analyze, and remediate potential threats to the environment. You will collaborate:- To support detection, incident analysis, issues.- Security monitoring, investigations and perform analysis of events in order to thwart internal and external threats to the environment.- Assist in establishing Security Monitoring discipline to support enterprise- Analyze and respond to security threats from Firewall (FW), Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS), Antivirus (AV), Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) and other security threat data sources. If you have 1/2 years of professional experience in SOC and studied Computer Science/Engineer or Information systems with focus on Network Security, Infrastructure & Endpoint Security, OT/ICS Security Analysis, Cloud Security, then we are interested in speaking with you.

    Required Technical and Professional Expertise – 1 to 2 years of experience in SOC- Computer Science/Engineer or Information systems degree with focus on at least two domains or areas like Network Security, Infrastructure Security, OT/ICS Security Analysis, Cloud Security, Information systems Analysis & problem solving skills- Strong written and oral communication skills.- Position will require work to be performed in shifts.

    For more than six decades, IBM Middle East & Pakistan has played a vital role in shaping the information technology landscape of the region. Today, IBM is part of the region’s technological fabric, solving real-world business and societal challenges, through its offices in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait and Pakistan, and also a diversity of centers across the region.

    Within the region, IBM currently has groundbreaking initiatives in cloud computing, analytics, mobile, security, as well as nanotechnology, eGovernment, healthcare and many more, collaborating with leading educational institutes and governments. IBM supports hundreds of clients to drive transformation through technology, contributes to regional research & development programs and has an active Corporate Service Corps (CSC) program.

    Reinvention is a keyword in the company’s history and, today, IBM is much more than a “hardware, software, services” company. IBM is now emerging as a cognitive solutions and cloud platform company. More

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    Senior Consultant – Data Scientist | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Senior Consultant – Data Scientist – D&A – Technology Consulting, Riyadh, KSAJoining EY’s Data and Analytics team in this exciting period of growth will offer a huge variety of opportunity to make a tangible impact to our clients businesses and to your career. We provide constant room for growth through client engagements and personal development. Our practitioners develop and lead innovative data techniques and methods, supporting both business and technology leaders. This role provides the unique opportunity to build a professional network, tackle complex data issues, and drive cutting edge approaches across industry leading clients and domains. At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all The opportunity We are seeking a Senior Consultant – Data Scientist. We are seeking passionate, entrepreneurial individuals to join us on an exciting journey of evolving our next generation Data Science and Big Data platform. You will help our clients navigate the complex world of modern data science and analytics. We’ll look to you to provide our clients with a unique business perspective on how data science and analytics can transform and improve their entire organization – starting with key business issues they face. This is a high growth, high visibility area with plenty of opportunities to enhance your skillset and build your career. Your key responsibilities The role will be responsible for proactively identifying AI and Machine Learning opportunities within Client portfolios, building, and validating, deploying and monitoring advanced descriptive, predictive and prescriptive machine learning models, including Risk Management, Customer Experience and Journey analytics, Digital Analytics, Customer Segmentation, Customer Acquisition, Churn Management, Next Best Action and many others. Skills and attributes for success – Effectively partner with Clients to understand and anticipate their needs and guide them towards building AI and Machine Learning solutions delivering both short-term wins and identifying long-term opportunities for managed data science services – Build, validate, deploy, monitor and provide DevOps support for a set of AI/Machine Learning models and services for both internal POCs and Client production initiatives, including Risk Management, Customer Experience and Journey analytics, Digital Analytics, Customer Segmentation, Customer Acquisition, Churn Management, Next Best Action and many others. – Leverage commercial and open source AI, Machine Learning, Big Data ecosystem tools, BI, Visualization and Discovery tool to deliver advanced models and other Data Science solutions. Specific tools will include (but not limited to), full SAS stack, R, Python, Scala, Java, Spark SQL/ML/MLLib/GraphX, Data Science Notebooks and Workbenches, Azure Machine Learning, Tableau, Datameer, and other tools – Proactively monitor and tune AI / Machine Learning model performance, manage champion/challenger models to ensure optimal performance and resource utilization. – Ensure all AI/Machine Learning models are properly packaged and documented for deployment. Participate in client training and knowledge transfer as required. – Ensure all solutions comply with the highest levels of security, privacy and data governance requirements as outlined by EY and Client legal and information security guidelines, law enforcement, and privacy legislation, including data anonymization, encryption, and security in transit and at rest and others as applicable – Effectively leverage continuous integration, continuous development and continuous deployment agile and DevOps tools and processes to deliver and support advanced Data Science and Big Data solutions and services, including Git, Jira, Jenkins and others as required. – Acts as a Subject Matter Expert and a Thought Leader, continuously following industry trends, the latest competitive developments, and delivering papers and presentations at major industry conferences and events. To qualify for the role you must have – A degree in AI, Machine Learning, Statistics, Economics/Econometrics, Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent – Data Scientist certification, including Hadoop, Spark or equivalent production experience – Proficiency and an in-depth understanding of the Predictive Modeling Lifecycle and best practices for feature engineering, model development and tuning (hyper-parameter, ensemble modeling techniques, deep learning), model validation, model deployment packaging, model management and performance monitoring – 3+ years of extensive experience building Predictive Machine Learning and AI models for Customer Experience, Customer Journey analytics, Customer Segmentation, Churn modeling, Lookalike Modeling or equivalent use cases. – Experience running SAS 9.4 on Hadoop – SAS/Access or in-database SAS HPA – Experience with Open source AI / Machine Learning / Data Science tools – R, Python, Spark. Including experience working with Notebooks (Zeppelin, Jupyter) and Data Science Workbenches (Azure, DSX) – Experience with Spark-based machine learning, including Spark SQL, ML, MlLib, GraphX

    Ideally, you’ll also have – Experience with Deep Learning on CPUs and GPUs, including ANN, CNN, RNN frameworks like TensorFlow/Keras, MXNet or equivalent would be an asset. – Experience with Azure Machine Learning would be an asset. – Experience with SAS Risk and Finance modeling modules and workbenches would be an asset. – Experience with SAS Decision Manager would be an asset. – Experience with SAS Text Mining and Sentiment Analysis (SA) would be an asset. What we look for We’re interested in passionate leaders with strong vision and a desire to stay on top of trends in the Data Science and Big Data industry. If you have a genuine passion for helping businesses achieve the full potential of their data, this role is for you. What we offer EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance . We Also offer: – Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. – Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. – Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. – Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build! Apply now

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