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    Information Technology Manager | Al Asala for Education and Training

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Role and Responsibility:We are looking for a skilled Information Technology Manager who will be responsible for overseeing Alasala’ networks and software, as well as supervising all devices and systems related to information technology, monitoring network infrastructure and solving various system problems, and he must be constantly aware of solutions and data protection systems to ensure that colleges security systems are reliable and is also entrusted with developing work plans and mechanisms for networks and information security, and contributing to the achievement of the department’s objectives by supervising and following up on all operational work in the department’s operational plan. Determining the organizational goals, planning, organizing and following up the implementation of plans for managing information technology according to the applicable regulations and instructions originally, as well as providing all support services to the various academic and administrative units in accordance with the approved legal procedures, in a manner that ensures and helps those units to perform their tasks and increase their efficiency and effectiveness.It is also entrusted with the responsibility of following up all decisions and recommendations until the task or work is closed at the specified time, and this is submitted to the General Supervisor of Financial and Administrative Affairs to take action. Tasks and duties:* Overseeing the operation of systems and applications and developing the Colleges’ website periodically;* Supervising and maintaining technical equipment, ensuring that all protection measures are in place and maintaining their continued functioning;* Overseeing networking within Alasala and ensuring that all information protection measures are available, and providing all necessary settings to ensure that the Colleges network runs efficiently and quickly;* Overseeing the provision of operating systems and applications necessary for colleges to carry out their academic and administrative work;* Overseeing the provision of technical support to faculty employees in accordance with the policies of the Technology Department;*Supervising the provision of technical advice to the Colleges management regarding any projects related to work computerization in Colleges or developing the infrastructure of the internal wired and wireless Colleges computer network or e-learning systems;* Raising the technical competence of the employees of the Information Technology Department, as well as holding training courses to raise the efficiency of college employees with regard to the use of computers in the completion of work;* Keeping pace with the technical development in the field of systems and equipment and submitting proposals to the General Supervisor for Financial and Administrative Affairs.Commitment:* A safe and effective technical environment for all Alasala employees;* Provide the best services with the highest quality standards as soon as possible;* The efficiency and effectiveness of all technical equipment and the authenticity network to provide the best services to its employees;* Preparing long-term strategic business plans to ensure the provision of distinguished services;* Report any breach in any of the roles assigned to him to the competent authorities to quickly intervene to solve it;* Monitor potential risks in his field of work and develop positive and effective management plans.KPI’s Good Performance:* Organizing (5) workshops every semester to train Alasala employees in the use of electronic systems;* Work to continuously develop the website to be a true interface of authenticity through follow-up reports by the Public Relations Department and the Corporate Communication Department;* Providing all electronic devices that serve the educational process through performance reports by the Deans of the Colleges;* Providing a strong communication network that meets the needs of Alasala employees through performance reports by the General Supervisor for Development and Quality;* Providing all support for systems and applications through follow-up reports by the General Supervisor of Development and Quality;* Completion of activities related to institutional accreditation standards in relation to its work through follow-up reports from the General Supervisor of Development and Quality.

    Requirements:* Proven experience in the field of information technology work;* Bachelor’s degree in information technology or relevant field;* Master’s degree in one of the IT specializations, especially (MIS) is a plus;* Strong ethics and reliability;* Good knowledge of strategic planning;* Good knowledge of methods of building public relations;* Knowledge of organization and performance monitoring;* Proficiency in the use of systems and applications in the field of work;* Experience in statistical data collection and analysis procedures;* Experience in dealing with suppliers and contractors.Preferred skills, abilities and languages:* Communication and networking skills;* Outstanding organizational and time-management abilities;* Ability to build and maintain relationships;* Problem-solving and decision-making aptitude;* Negotiating skills;* Attention to detail and follow-up skills;* English fluently, additional languages are a plus.

    At Al-Asala Education and Training Company, we are working to provide comprehensive and undivided knowledge solutions that contribute effectively in shaping the characters of the next generation of leaders. Through building bridges, partnerships and international experiences with major academic institutions and local, Arab and international universities, we are committed, within our originality and vision system, to generating, sharing and integrating knowledge with our educational expertise to achieve sustainability and promote education. Professional and Knowledge Economy. More

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    Consulting – Senior Consultant – Financial Services – UAE National | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Consulting – Senior Consultant – Financial Services (Dubai) – UAE NationalLine of ServiceAdvisoryIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismAdvisory – OtherManagement LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryA career within Finance Consulting services, will provide the opportunity to work alongside CEOs, CFOs, controllers and treasurers to optimise the structure of their finance functions and improve their contribution to the business. We support our clients by addressing the challenges of achieving appropriate standards of control, efficient back office opportunities and support to the business through insight and challenge.PwC Middle East OverviewEstablished in the region for over 40 years, PwC Middle East employs over 6,000 people across 12 countries: Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Palestine, and the United Arab Emirates. Complementing our depth of industry expertise and breadth of skills is our sound knowledge of local business environments across the Middle East region. Our tailored solutions help our clients meet the challenges and opportunities of doing business in the Middle East market, and beyond.Business Unit OverviewThe Financial Services Consulting team provides a full range of services to our Banking & Financial Services clients, including Strategy and Revenue Growth (Entry strategy, Product portfolio analysis, Business plan development and Optimization of revenue generation), Operational Excellence (Organization restructuring, Corporate governance development, Organisation Transformation, Performance Management, Outsourcing & Shared Services strategies and Cost optimization), Risk consulting (Risk appetite definition, Risk framework development, Risk reviews, and alignment), Technology enablement (System selections, Implementation program management) and Analytics.We are a growing team and looking for dynamic, flexible, proactive, and hardworking experienced consultants who have a passion for shaping financial services positively in the GCC over the coming years. We have a strong pipeline of large, transformational opportunities with our clients which will provide great opportunities for all our people to step up and play significant and rewarding roles.Responsibilities:- Build and enhance team capabilities by always being up to date with trends in the market and understanding the impact on our clients so that you can help shape their thinking and our success in the market.- Work with colleagues in all Middle Eastern offices on client work and internal initiatives as well as with international teams where appropriate.- Keep up to date with current trends from the region and from across the world. Demonstrate teamwork and responsibility with the engagement team members; stay abreast of current business and economic developments relevant to the client’s business and use current technology and tools to enhance the effectiveness of services provided.- Knowledgeable in Digital banking, international branch set up.- Experienced in Digital channel sales, sales optimization, and revenue expansion within the banking sector.- Understanding of banking products, consumer banking, corporate banking, treasury, and private banking.- Working on Strategy and innovation – Strategy definition, market/competitor scanning, targets definition, new product launches, fintech partnerships, open banking.- Transformation and PMO – Program development and execution, portfolio management, annual planning, budget allocation, and approval.

    Requirements:- Willingness to be based in Amman, Jordan.- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, and Economics, Technology, or other related major required.- Years of Experience: 1 – 5 years of experience in the Financial Services field. In-depth previous experience with Digital and Fintech.- Previous experience within the Middle East is a plus, particularly towards the latter part of the career.- Excellent organizational skills, and able to cope well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.- Proven IT skills in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.- Language Skills: Excellent English and Arabic communication skills (verbal and written), particularly ability to articulate concepts and recommendations in written form (PowerPoint reports, charts, etc.).- The ability and willingness to travel within the Middle East and worldwide where the project dictates.- Strong ability to manage large project/ consulting teams (10+).- In-depth financial sector acumen and the underlying market forces affecting organizations’ performance and strategic objectives.- Proven strong conceptualized thinking and analytical capabilities.- Should have gained previous experience in managing staff and the ability to demonstrate leadership skills.Travel RequirementsUp to 60%Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?YesGovernment Clearance Required?No

    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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    Assurance – External Audit – All Levels | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Assurance – External Audit – All Levels – KhobarLine of ServiceAssuranceIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismAssuranceManagement LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryPwC Global OverviewWith offices in 155 countries and more than 284,000 people, we are among the leading professional services networks in the world. We help organisations and individuals create the value they are looking for, by delivering quality in Assurance, Tax and Advisory services. PwC Middle East OverviewEstablished in the region for 40 years, PwC has more than 6,100 people in 12 countries across the region: Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, the Palestinian territories, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.Our regional team operates across the Middle East bringing international experience delivered within the context of the region and its culture. We can bring the collective knowledge and experience of more than 276,000 people across the entire global PwC network in advisory, assurance and tax to help you find the value you are looking for.Audit Service OverviewCreating value that makes a real difference to a client’s business is intrinsic to the PwC audit. Quality audits that bring unexpected and far-reaching benefits do not come from an unthinking compliance mindset but from a knowledgeable, questioning, imaginative and insightful approach. The foundation of the service we deliver is the natural blend of compliance and value. We are experts in the application of audit methodology and audit techniques and use our expertise to bring precision and economy to our clients’ audits. We use our knowledge of each client, together with our position as trusted advisor, to match our approach and our solutions to their needs. Our view of our clients’ organisations is broad and deep, and we look behind the numbers to consider what they mean for the business as a whole. We use the audit to explore and think more widely about our clients’ businesses and the potential issues they face. This understanding enables us to offer new solutions to our clients’ problems, to help them learn from what has happened and prepare them for, or better still help them avoid, issues in the future. What you’ll create and do:As an External Auditor Associate, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:  – Take on a professional role as part of our client-facing teams. – Support the development of the audit approach and complete planning procedures. – Provide coaching and feedback to junior members of the engagement team. – Examine financial and accounting records, other documents, and tangible items such as inventory, or plant and equipment, or watch certain processes and procedures being performed. – Ask a range of questions – from formal written questions to informal oral questions – with a range of individuals at our client organizations. – Test the client organization’s internal controls. – Assess significant estimates, judgements or assumptions made by management. – Verify and test financial statements and supporting disclosures. – Perform completion procedures to support issuance of the audit report.

    What you’ll bring to this role:- Demonstrated progressive experience as an external auditor working with a range of clients in a professional services firm. – An interest in upskilling for a digital world and technology trends, an openness to learning new tools and adapting how you work. – A demonstrated commitment to valuing differences and working alongside diverse people and perspectives. – ACCA/CPA/CA/ ACA designation or equivalent designation, or in final stages of completion. – A strong understanding of IFRS and Accounting standards for either FS or Non FS Industries. – Thorough technical skills and experience regarding applicable accounting reporting and auditing standards. – Experience in the design of engagement procedures based on risk and materiality. – Previous experience in coaching and leading engagement teams. – Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills that allow you to thrive in a team environment. – Bilingual proficiency in Arabic and English is considered an asset. – Business development and client relationship building. Travel RequirementsNot SpecifiedAvailable for Work Visa Sponsorship?YesGovernment Clearance Required?YesJob Posting End DateMarch 31, 2022

    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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    Consultant – Transfer Pricing | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Consultant – Transfer Pricing – CairoOur globally coordinated tax professionals offer connected services across all tax disciplines to help our clients thrive in an era of rapid change. We combine our exceptional knowledge and experience with the people and technology platforms that make us an ideal partner for all their tax-related needs. In Tax, we equip clients to make better business decisions by bringing insights to the forefront. We help companies understand the tax policies and tax laws of governments around the world to plan and comply accordingly. Our teams leverage transformative technologies to deliver strategy and execution, from tax and regulatory obligations to operations and workforce management, to reduce risk and drive sustainable value. Tax has six sub-service lines which cover a wide range of issues: Business Tax Services, Global Compliance and Reporting, Global Law, Indirect Tax, International Tax and Transaction Services and People Advisory Services. Are you committed, thorough and outgoing – and do you have a good understanding of business and experience of international tax? If so, please read on. Are you committed, thorough and outgoing – and do you have a good understanding of business and experience of transfer pricing? If so, please read on. The opportunity With us, you have the opportunity to become part of a professional tax department with employees based across number of GCC countries. We need you as an experienced transfer pricing specialist for our transfer pricing group. We have a very professional environment, exciting work tasks and a passion for creating the right solutions for our clients. In addition, we can offer a flexible working environment where you are able to personally organise and have an influence on your working day to a great extent. Your key responsibilities You will normally operate on an everyday basis at our office, where you be become part of the tax department with approx. 50 specialists in corporation tax, transfer pricing, personal tax and law as well as VAT, customs and charges.In the long term, your duties will include the following: – Responsibility for clients and large projects – Leading and development of recommendations and implementations plans – Development and delivery of transfer pricing and economic ideas – Preparation of documentation and participation in advance transfer pricing agreements – Transfer pricing audits – Day to day replies to ongoing enquiries and advice on transfer pricing and international tax – Coaching and counselling junior team members Skills and attributes for success Along with your commitment, your professional interest in the tax area and your desire to undertake tasks for our clients will be of the utmost important. Despite having already obtained much experience, you are focused on continuing to develop in tandem with the development of transfer pricing and our clients. You must be willing to take responsibility for clients and tasks – and to take the initiative in everyday work.

    To qualify for the role you must have – Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role – either from another audit house or an in-house transfer pricing section – An understanding of complex transfer pricing concepts and broad exposure to transfer pricing issues – Strong organizational, analytical and verbal/written communication skills – Professional and educational qualifications are Master of Science (MSc) in Business Administration and Commercial Law, Master of Science (MSc) in Business Administration and Auditing or Master of Laws Ideally, you’ll also have – Proficiency in Arabic – Professional services experience What we look for As a person, you can safely say that you: – are quality-conscious and service-minded – enjoy working independently and productively but, at the same time, find it easy being part of a team – are good at delegating tasks – have professional ambitions on both your own and the company’s behalf – inspire confidence and are outgoing – and take responsibility for tasks. 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 team player that collaborates with people from various teams while looking to develop your career in a dynamic organization. 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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    Senior Manager – Business Consulting – Enterprise Risk | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Senior Manager- Business Consulting- Enterprise Risk- Risk TransformationWe enhance performance through creating risk-enabled organizations and help clients identify important risks, design frameworks to manage them and improve the effectiveness and efficiency of risk management. As a risk professional, you will be addressing client issues and transformations relating to Enterprise Risk Management (covering both business and IT risk), Internal Audit, Program Risk Management, process and controls design and effectiveness, and Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) implementations. Our solutions can be used by our clients to build confidence and trust with their customers, the overall market and when required by regulation or contract. We will support you with career-long training and coaching to develop your skills to enable you to lead our clients’ transformations. As EY is a global leading service provider in this space, you will be working with the best of the best in a collaborative environment. Your key responsibilities This is a role where no two days are the same – so you’ll find yourself taking on plenty of new responsibilities as you go. You will be responsible for managing multiple client engagement teams at an executive level within the practice and the firm. You’ll work alongside clients and colleagues, delivering our solutions and contributing to growing our business and developing our people. If you’re flexible and ready to adapt to a constantly changing environment, there’s no better place to develop your skills. Since you’ll be working directly with clients, some travel will be required. Below are examples of expectations from your grade: – Effectively manage and motivate client engagement teams with diverse skills and backgrounds. – Consistently deliver quality client services and manage expectations of client service delivery – Monitor progress, manage risk and ensure key stakeholders are kept informed about progress and expected outcomes – Stay abreast of current business and industry trends relevant to the client’s business – Develop and maintain long-term relationships and networks with clients and internal EY stakeholders – Demonstrate deep technical capabilities and professional knowledge – Possess in depth business acumen and demonstrate ability to quickly assimilate to new knowledge – Remain current on new developments in consulting services capabilities and industry knowledge

    Skills and attributes for success – Strong analytical, interpersonal, communication, writing and presentation skills – Leadership, teamwork and client service skills – Demonstrates integrity, values, principles, and work ethic To qualify for the role, you must have – A bachelor’s or master’s degree in Accountancy, Business, Risk Management, Information Management Systems, Industrial engineering, or other related discipline – A minimum of 8 years of experience working in a leading position as Risk/Compliance consultant or an internal auditor for Consulting services firm, or within industry – Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint – Enterprise Risk management, Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) – Willingness to travel outside of their assigned office location as the need arises – Strong data analytical skills are required – Professional certifications such as: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Governance, Risk, Compliance professional (GRCP), Professional Risk Manager (PRMIA), Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), PMP 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 team player that collaborates with people from various teams while looking to develop your career in a dynamic organization. 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 issue.

    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 Operations Associate – Consulting | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Business Operations Associate – Consulting – AmmanLine of ServiceAdvisoryIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismAdvisory – OtherManagement LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryA career within Operations, will provide the opportunity to support our engagement teams and clients operationally by providing advice on accounting, financial reporting, and strategic business issues. In joining, you’ll help ensure a complete and relevant exchange of information among our consultants and in turn with engagement teams and clients, provide experts advice on a variety of specific topics, support engagement teams in resolving complex issues, and support clients and their subsidiaries in evaluating the potential impact of accounting and reporting standard setting initiatives. You’ll develop strong relationships with our engagement teams and enhance our ability to meet greater investor expectations with the challenges of an increasingly complex business environment.As a part of our team, you’ll help assist engagement teams in the areas of resource management, learning and development, human capital, reporting, technology and innovation, and quality and compliance.To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future. With oversight from the Compliance manager, you will manage your own caseload to ensure engagement teams remain compliant with internal and external regulations when dealing with clients. You will: – Carry out pre-engagement and post engagement compliance tasks associated with client and project onboarding – Prioritize tasks and meet deadlines to ensure their client and the engagement have cleared the necessary risk assessment and obtain files and reports on time to demonstrate regulatory compliance. – Analyze all compliance procedures and monitor all risks for the engagement and opportunities and assess potential defects and assist in resolution for the same. – Maintain and document all records required across the engagement lifecycle and assist the central review and R&Q team as necessary. – Communicate effectively and professionally, verbally and in writing, with a range of key stakeholders across the firm – Facilitate the yearly compliance reviews in collaboration with the Central Review Team and engagement leads – Report predominantly to the Compliance Manager and the R&Q lead who will provide guidance regarding compliance with relevant territory policies and procedures Whole leadershipActively share knowledge within own team and across BUs, and promote best practises in respect of the firm’s business systems and processes. Provide training, coaching and support to other team members as needed .Global acumenWork closely with teams across the business to ensure best practice. Business acumenProvide a service directly to the BU, particularly in relation to adhering to internal and external compliance tasks and   reporting any exceptions as necessary RelationshipsWork closely with peers and team members at all levels, sharing knowledge and providing support where needed.

    Essential skills and attributes- Has the competence to perform the role effectively – Excellent oral and written communication skills as well as basic presentation skills – Affinity to work with quantitative data, good analytics – Ability to work within a fast-paced & unstructured environment. Must be able to multi-task and effectively and continually prioritise – Service-oriented attitude, proactive thinker, networker, information seeker, team player – Excellent time management, communication and organizational skills – Extensive knowledge of relevant computer software eg Microsoft Office and Google Suite – Willingness and interest to frequently interact with and reach out to Partners, Directors and the team – Ability to interact efficiently with senior members of the firm across multiple time zones Desirable skills/experience- 1-2 years relevant experience – Background in risk / compliance fields preferred – Experience in consulting preferred – Understanding of the Firm’s marketing and business development and the Firm’s Service Offerings Travel RequirementsUp to 60%Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?YesGovernment Clearance Required?No

    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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    Client Engineering – Security Specialist | 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 As a Security Specialist in the IBM Client Engineering, you will work along with the client CISO and/or Security SMEs to ensure security and compliance requirements are integrated into Minimum Viable Solution (MVS). You are a thought leader in DevSecOps practices and have hands on expertise with security practices across the infrastructure, applications, and networks.To be successful in this role you will:* Utilize the IT risk management discipline to define relevant policies, standards, & controls for the solution. * Ensure requirements for security & data privacy controls are integral throughout all phases of the solution lifecycle. * Design the innovative security architecture; ensure the security, reliability & integrity requirements are met as a part of the overall solution architecture. Ensure inter-dependencies with other functions are addressed. * Understand Cloud Security Strategy, Risk and Compliance as well as a good understanding of multiple domains IAM, Security Operations Consulting, Application and Data Security and Infrastructure Endpoint, leveraging principles of Zero Trust security architectures, and cloud native & hybrid security solutions. * Lead security component integration and delivery via hands-on experience addressing security issues for cloud-based applications, containers, infrastructure, and networks. * Forge strong working relationships with the client, IBM Client Engineering teams, and the Product Owner. * Understand the current IT security risk landscape; articulate security requirements, issues, and solutions in business terms for leaders. * Apply consulting methodologies, problem-solving techniques, and industry knowledge to determine and address client’s security needs. * Translate client business requirements to help define the structure of solutions and architectures, including systems, applications, and process components.

    Required Professional and Technical Expertise: * 5+ years of experience in at least 2 of the following: Security Info and Event Management (SIEM), Security Orchestration & Automation (SOAR), Encryption Implementations (PKI, Key Management, KYOK, etc.) , Firewalls/Segmentation/Secure Networks, Intrusion Detection/Prevention, Anti-Malware, DDoS Protection, Mobile Device Security, Endpoint Event Detection & Response, Security Patch Management, Incident Resolution, Identity Access & Management / SSO, IT Risk Management, IT Regulatory Compliance[JV1] * Working experience of industry compliance and security standards for traditional on-premise security including PCI DSS, ISO 27001, NIST * Working knowledge of key cloud security frameworks such as CSA CCM, SASE, ZTNA, etc. * Knowledge of the cloud delivery, security and deployment models for IaaS offerings provided by at least one of IBM Cloud, Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure platforms. * An understanding of Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB) into SaaS services and integration of CASB to SOC/SIEM services. * Extensive track record in delivering large-scale, complex and multi-year security transformation programs / projects. Preferred Professional and Technical Expertise: * Cloud Certification in for at least one hyperscaler, security specialist certifications. * Familiarity with IT regulatory concepts and their ramifications on security controls (HIPAA, EU-GDPR, …) * 8+ years of experience as a Security Specialist

    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- Business Consulting – Technology Risk | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    EY is the leading Big-4 professional services firm committed to creating a Better Working World. Fast pace of today’s business cycle as well as the rapid developments in business, operational and technological space present rapid growth opportunities as well as create uncertainties for today’s business leaders and workforce. EY Consulting is fully engaged with these developments that are rapidly reshaping the entire industries and economies leading to a redefining of their risk profiles. Within MENA region, EY is actively engaged with all sectors of the economy and actively supporting the vision of national leaderships especially in the GCC countries. EY is dedicated to help our clients in all sectors anticipate the uncertainty they face in doing their business and work closely with them to help effectively manage the Risk. Technology is a major component underpinning the transformation programs. EY and especially our Technology Risk team is currently looking to scaling up the capabilities and the skills on hand to serve increasing demands of our clients in their sophisticated technology environments. The opportunity You will be part of EY MENA Technology Risk. Your mandate will be to work with EY teams across different MENA offices to serve MENA clients and mainly in KSA. You will contribute to our account centric growth strategy focusing on issue-based and competency-driven client needs. That’s what differentiates EY in the Consulting marketplace. Your key responsibilities You will help our clients evaluate and enhance their business; with a focus on managing the risk arising from ongoing technology developments and the resultant fast-paced changes in their business and operational processes. Everything you will be involved in comes down to providing excellent customer service and helping EY teams do the same. Whether it is working with multiple client teams, advising the clients on IT Risk related matters or assisting EY executives with business development activities across various sectors, you will build strong relationships and become a trusted advisor to your clients. Skills and attributes for success – Providing guidance and knowledge, participating in performing procedures focusing on complex, judgmental, and/or specialized issues – Maintaining relationships with client management, managing expectations around work products, timing, and deliverables billing – Demonstrating a thorough understanding of complex information systems and the client’s business/industry. – Demonstrating excellent project management skills, inspiring teamwork and responsibility with team members. Using current technology/tools to enhance the effectiveness of deliverables and services.

    To qualify for the role you must have – A bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems or a related discipline. Alternatively, a degree in business, accounting, finance, with additional IT qualifications. – Master’s degree will be preferable. – Around five (5) years of relevant experience of working as IT risk advisor or an IT auditor for a public accounting firm, professional services firm, technology company, telecom company or a financial services company, or comparable experience as an IT/IS advisor – Relevant experience areas include, but not limited to, IT Risk assessment and management, Digital Trust, Mobile Technology assessments, Emerging Technologies (Robotics, IoT, Cloud and Blockchain), ERP control validations (SAP, Oracle, MS Dynamics), systems and networking technologies, IT/Business process and internal control assessments, internal audit engagements, external audit integration, application of data analytics, and/or third party reporting, etc. – Assisting EY executives with business development activities across various sector/geography/solution focus – Advanced written and verbal communication skills and presentation skills – Excellent leadership, teamwork and client service skills Ideally, you will also have CISA, CISSP, CISM, and/or CIA certification is essential for long-term growth in the role; Based on an individual’s professional background, area of specialization or industry focus, we recognize that other certifications, credentials or experience may be more relevant than the listed certifications and therefore may be acceptable. 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 team player that collaborates with people from various teams while looking to develop your career in a dynamic organization. EY MENA firm and has the primary focus to serve MENA clients. Therefore, an ability and willingness for full-time travel and work at different MENA offices is a pre-requisite. EY has well-defined travel policies and administrative setup in place to facilitate the travel across EY offices. What working at EY offers We offer a competitive compensation package where you will be rewarded based on your performance and recognised for the value you bring to the business. We offer: – Career with a Big 4 firm in a multi-national environment across MENA, – Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around, – Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career and – The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you About EY As a global leader in assurance, tax, strategy, transaction, and consulting services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities, and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. And with a commitment to hiring and developing the most passionate people, we’ll make our ambition to be the best employer by 2020 a reality. If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. Join us in building a better working world. 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