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    Consulting, Technology, Cybersecurity, IAM Engineer (Manager/Senior Consultant) | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Line of ServiceAdvisoryIndustry/SectorTechnologySpecialismAdvisory – OtherManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryPwC is seeking the region’s best Identity and Access Management (IAM) Engineer who wants to join an elite global network of IAM practitioners who contributes to the global thought leadership on IAM. The IAM Engineer is responsible for the alignment of business, operational and security requirements, and translation of those requirements into technical IAM capabilities. IAM services include, but are not limited to,identity lifecycle management, authentication and authorization, access requests, access provisioning, access reauthorization, multi-factor authentication, IAM role and entitlement models, public key infrastructure, anddirectory services technologies.Key Responsibilities:- Develop IAM architecture (integrated processes, applications, data and technology) solutions to business problems in alignment with PwC reference IAM frameworks- Research and evaluate new IAM security solutions, including lab tests, proof of concepts and pilots. Make operational and technology recommendations which influence IAM operations- Develop solutions and recommendations for technical and process challenges, emerging threats and technology changes- Planning and live deployment of IAM turnkey solutions including onboarding of client applications- Provide level 2 support for clients and coordinate as needed with the technology vendors for L3 support- Producing IAM technical documentation such IAM detailed design, configuration guides etc.- Support on business development (bids) including defining scope of work and interacting with clients and the vendors as required during the proposal development

    To qualify, candidates must have: A real passion for Cybersecurity in general and particularly for Identity and Access Management. A focused state of mind to understand how technology can assist and support to actively hunt and protect from the cyber threats we face today. We are looking for an IAM practitioner with capability and experience in some of the following areas:- Experience in designing and implementation of the following IAM capabilities:- Access Management- Identity Governance- Directory Services- Identity Provisioning- Identity Management- Identity Management as a Service- In-depth knowledge in user provisioning, directory services, authentication, authorization, public key infrastructure, and identity federation.- In-depth knowledge of authentication, authorization and Federation standards such as SAML, OAuth, OpenID, XACML and others- Deployment and configuring common IAM products (including but not limited to SailPoint, ForgeRock, Alert Enterprise, Oracle, RSA), and Enterprise Directory solutions including Active Directory- A strong understanding of Information Security Architecture and ecosystem technologies and concepts required: Firewalls, intrusion detection, monitoring tools, encryption, certificate authority, reverse proxy, etc.- Good understanding and knowledge of the following security areas.- Information risk, privacy, and strategy (i.e. security and privacy policies, or risk assessments, or security and privacy compliance)- Application security; (i.e. application security testing or security integrations with Systems Development Lifecycle (SDL) )- Infrastructure security; (i.e.- securing networks and servers or security monitoring)- Data security or encryption- A strong understanding of broad Information Security topics and in particular a deep knowledge of Identity and Access Management Architecture is required- Technical writing skills including functional and technical specifications- Software development background- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills- Cyber Incident ResponseQualifications & Experience:- Must have a Bachelor degree in Computer, Information Systems or Engineering related field preferred- Minimum 8+ years of progressive IT experience with at least 5+ years as IAM engineer delivering enterprise solutions in the technology domain.- Internationally recognized technical certifications in relevant areas

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.
    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.
    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.
    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.
    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.
    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More

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    Consulting, Technology, CyberSecurity, IAM Architect (Senior Manager) | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Line of ServiceAdvisoryIndustry/SectorTechnologySpecialismAdvisory – OtherManagement LevelSenior ManagerJob Description & SummaryPwC is seeking the region’s best Identity and Access Management (IAM) Architect who wants to join an elite global network of IAM practitioners who contributes to the global thought leadership on IAM.The IAM Architect is the subject matter expert role responsible for architecting, designing and implementing a variety of IAM solutions. IAM services include, but are not limited to, identity lifecycle management, authentication and authorization, access requests, access provisioning, access reauthorization, multi-factor authentication, IAM role and entitlement models, public key infrastructure, and directory services technologies.Key Responsibilities:- Develop IAM architecture (integrated processes, applications, data and technology) solutions to business problems in alignment with PwC reference IAM frameworks,- Development of Strategy & Roadmap,- Research and evaluate new IAM security solutions, including lab tests, proof of concepts and pilots. Make operational and technology recommendations which influence IAM operations- Develop solutions and recommendations for technical and process challenges, emerging threats and technology changes- Leading the delivery of IAM turnkey solutions including onboarding of client applications- Provide SME support for the delivery team and clients and coordinate as needed with the technology vendors- Writing various IAM related documentation such as high-level design, business and governance documentation.- Support on business development (bids) including defining scope of work, pricing and work resources, interacts with clients at the design stage, as required

    To qualify, candidates must have:A real passion for Cybersecurity in general and particularly for Identity and Access Management. A focused state of mind to understand how technology can assist and support to actively hunt and protect from the cyber threats we face today. We are looking for an IAM practitioner with capability and experience in some of the following areas:- Understanding the business direction of organizations and creating optimized IAM architectures to meet their business needs,- Experience in conducting current state assessments, benchmarking, Gap analysis, target state definition and strategy definition,- Experience as design authority during project delivery for enforcing the use of existing and evolving solutions and patterns,- Experience with Identity and Directory platforms and authentication technologies such as SAML, LDAP, Kerberos, NTLM, Microsoft Active Directory,- Experience with IAM solutions (including Web Access Management, Identity Governance and Administration and Privileged Account Management) through implementation and deployment of such projects,- Experience in technology and security investigations and platform audits of both business process and technology,- A strong understanding of Information Security Architecture and ecosystem technologies and concepts required: Firewalls, intrusion detection, monitoring tools, encryption, certificate authority, reverse proxy, etc.- A strong understanding of broad Information Security topics and in particular a deep knowledge of Identity and Access Management Architecture is required- Technical writing skills including functional and technical specifications- Strong analytical and problem solving skills- Cyber Incident ResponseQualifications & Experience:- Must have a Bachelor degree in Computer, Information Systems or Engineering related field preferred- Minimum 10+ years of progressive IT experience with at least 8+ years as IAM architect delivering enterprise solutions in the technology domain,- IAM Subject Matter Expertise with at least 8+ years with architecture, design, development and implementation experience integrating security solution w/ business application and processes,- Internationally recognized technical certifications in relevant areas.

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.
    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.
    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.
    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.
    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.
    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More

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    Chief Business Officer | Stanley James

    Employment: Full Time

    We are currently recruiting a Chief Business Development Office on behalf of a leading Microfinancing/FinTech company based in Bahrain. This is an excellent opportunity to join the senior leadership team and focus on the development of the business through partnerships, completing business deals and identifying product gaps and ensuring appropriate development of Microfinancing products.

    Applications are sought from those with 10-15 years of experience in a leadership role gained within Microfinancing. You will demonstrate ability to lead product development in this area, have a track record in securing win-win business partnerships and the ability to lead key business areas such as Marketing, Key Accounts, Indirect Sales and Products. You will have a recognised finance qualification (ideally accountancy) or an MBA in Finance from a reputable institution.

    Stanley James is a privately owned recruitment business with offices in both Dubai and Cape Town allowing us to have global reach and a strong presence across EMEA and APAC. We have an expert team of recruitment specialists that are people centric, knowledgeable and driven to connect talent across all corporate functions. We are the partner of choice for SMEs, niche industry specialists and enterprises across the Technology, Financial Services, Management Consultancy, Legal, Construction & Engineering and Energy & Oil Gas sectors.
    We typically recruit a wide range of skillsets across all corporate services, front/back office functions and commercial leadership teams. This includes Finance, Information Technology, Legal, Sales & Marketing, Engineering, C-Level/Leadership, Business Change, Operations, Special Projects and Business Support Services. More

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    IFS – HC – HC Business Partner – Senior Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – Human Capital (HC)Management LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryA career in our Human Resources, within Internal Firm Services, will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference at PwC by helping to fully leverage the skills and talents of all our people. You’ll help our local offices in driving the Firm’s people strategy, creating a unique people experience for each individual, and supporting our Firm wide values by working with the core competencies that measure and drive individual and Firm wide success in the marketplace.Job Description & SummaryThe Consulting HC Business Manager is responsible for managing all strategic and tailored HC services and ensuring that the line of service(LoS) is receiving fully dedicated internal support for all their HC needs. Provides support to the LoS with their people agendas, and covers HC solution areas such as Performance Management, Data analysis, Salary review, Talent management, Engagement, Development and Workforce planning. Implement HC programmes that are agreed by the LoS People Partner & HC Business Lead in respect of the People Strategy.This role is open to candidates based in Amman.Customer – Works closely with the HCBL and  supports HCBL across all activities – Ensure internal client satisfaction with the BU Business Partner services and that the services delivered are of high quality, timely, consistent across all regions- Support complex and difficult HC Projects cross-functionallyInternal Process- Work closely with the Consulting  HC Business Lead to ensure consistency and alignment of initiatives and programmes across the LoS- Ensure that routine, standard, HC needs are pushed to HC Resource Hubs or Local Teams and proactively ensure that they are effectively delivering HC Processes on the BU side- Coordinating between HCBL, People Partner(S) and central HC on matters involving employees cases, compensation, etc – Well versed with interpreting data and proficiency in data analytics e.g,  spreadsheet building, modelling, etc Learning & Growth- Act as a key resource and liaison to other functional areas of the business, building cross-functional relationships as needed- Establish a healthy work environment for employees on the team – Coordinating with the L&D team on L&D programmes, design and delivery and facilitate discussions with people partners etc 

    Education- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Psychology or Business Management- Master’s Degree in Business Administration is preferred- Professional Certification in Human Resources is preferredOverall Experience- 5+ years of experience in an HC function covering various HC disciplinesLanguage- Proficiency in spoken and written English, Arabic is an advantageSpecific Experience- Previous experience in a professional services firm specifically in HC is an advantage- Previous HC generalist experience with in depth understanding of the entire employee lifecycle, including recruitment, performance management, talent development, employee relations and compensation and benefits- Demonstrated track record in implementing HC best practices in line with business needs and goals- Demonstrated experience in managing broad HC services and delivery of integrated HC services at a large organizationKnowledge and Skills- Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills- Excellent team building and relationship building capabilities- Ability to draw information from several areas and transfer requests and solutions to Specialized Teams, Resource Hubs and Local Teams within the HC function- Excellent project management and change management skills- Strong customer service orientation with ability to use patience and diplomacy to handle issues- Excellent communication skills- Excellent analytical and problem solving skills- Ability to quickly understand key business challenges and strategic objectives and align HC services accordingly- Ability to gather and analyse complex business requirements and advise on creative optimal solutions from an HC perspective- Excellent knowledge of latest market developments, best practices and trends in the HC domain

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.
    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.
    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.
    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.
    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.
    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More

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    Organisational Development Director | Hays

    Employment: Full Time

    My client is a large professional services company based in Abu Dhabi. They are looking for an Organisation Development Director to lead OD within their organisation. The major purpose of this role is to identify any major gaps in the businesses organisational structure.

    – The ideal candidate will have 10 years HR experience with at least 5 years in Organisational Development- Degree/Masters in HR or Organisational Development- Majority of your experience should be within professional services companies- A mix of consulting and inhouse would be ideal- Someone who has designed Organisational Development processes- Someone who can execute an Organisational Development strategy and process into a working plan- Strong experience in Talent Management and Development is also required- Strong leadership and people management skills

    Hays is the leading global specialist recruiting group. We are the experts at recruiting qualified, professional and skilled people worldwide.
    Our Middle East office was founded in December 2005, headquartered in Dubai UAE. We deal with clients in the UAE, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and other key areas in the region. Our consultants sector-specific knowledge and unique understanding of the local market allows us to offer an exceptional level of service across all divisions.
    We currently recruit for roles in the following sectors: Accounting & Finance, Architecture, Banking, Construction & Property, Engineering, Healthcare, Human Resources, Information Technology, Logistics, Legal, Office Support, Oil & Gas, Life Sciences, Supply Chain & Procurement, and Sales & Marketing.
    As part of our continuing expansion, we have opened a dedicated Abu Dhabi desk to further assist with our client needs across the region. More

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    Oracle Apps Technical Consultant | Computer and Systems Engineering Company (CSE)

    Employment: Full Time

    • Coordinate with the functional team, convert functional inputs to technical specs and be able to perform technical activities independently.• Communicate with business users at client location.• Coordinate with onsite project lead for technical development.

    • Oracle Apps Tech with 3 to 5 years of Experience in development, testing and deployment of good experience on Oracle Forms & Reports, XML / BI Publisher Reporting Tools, Interfaces (outbound /Inbound) and Workflow.• Must have a strong experience and knowledge of Oracle e-Business Suite.• Must have strong technical experience on PL/SQL, XML Publisher reports, Java, Oracle Applications Framework (OAF).• Must be able to work independently with business users and external users and responsible for design, development, Testing support, production deployment and production support.• Excellent organization and communication skills.• Ability to work independently and as a team member.• Must be a creative problem solver, flexible, proactive, and work in a fast-paced environment.• Work closely with various Business Partners to deliver high-quality application solutions.

    CSE is a well-known software company operating in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. For more than thirty years now, CSE has been providing software services to banks, ministries and private sector organizations. From Year 2000, CSE started exclusive focus on Financial Services Industry Solutions. CSE has around 1000 Man-Years of experience in delivering solutions to FSI Industry in Saudi Arabia.
    At the same time CSE also has its strong foot prints in the area of Oracle ERP Projects as well Professional Services. CSE FSI Division has provided capital market solutions covering Local Brokerage, International Brokerage, Mutual Funds, eTrade (Trading solution for internet channel), IPO/Rights as well as other Banking solutions to FSI industry for the past three decades.
    CSE Capital Market Solution is running in 8 Member Brokers in Saudi Arabia covering 38.51% trades. CSE ERP Division has carried out Oracle E-Business Suite Implementations to 25+ Customers in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. CSE Professional Services Division has provided highly experienced and qualified consultants to various Financial Institutions in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. CSE Customer Base includes some International Investment Banks like Deutsche Bank, HSBC, Merrill Lynch etc. More

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    5 Messaging Mistakes Tech Recruiters Cannot Afford to Make (+ How to Prevent Them)

    Without strong communication skills, recruiters, especially those in tech, don’t stand a chance when it comes to capturing the attention of in-demand candidates. The tech industry remains highly competitive, making recruiters’ job of attracting top tech talent all the more complicated and communication all the more critical.
    When it comes to connecting with top tech talent, sometimes you only get one shot to shoot – and it better be a good one. To help it stick, we’ve put together a list of what you should – and shouldn’t do – when communicating with these candidates.
    Want to learn the top messaging mistakes tech recruiters make and how to prevent them?
    Download the guide. More

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    Assistant Vice President, Corporate Finance (Interim) | Charterhouse

    Employment: Full Time

    Charterhouse are currently working with a client within the Abu Dhabi Global Markets (ADGM), whom are looking to recruit an Assistant Vice President (AVP), for their Corporate Finance Marketing desk with a focus towards the Structured Lending and Project Finance product and service lines.This AVP role will be heavily geared towards supporting the front office team, in financial modelling, financial advisory and financial due diligence undertakings, to assist in the development of funding proposals, pricing factors and client mandate sheets. In conjunction, this analysis shall be overseen and tested, to ensure that pitch proposal and financing options, can be completed and compared in alignment with the front office mandate and the client specification.

    Our client envisages hiring a candidate profile demonstrating up to 5 years of experience, at an Analyst/Associate level, within a financial services or wholesale banking institution. The successful candidate shall be required to possess an advanced Excel skills set; to allow for strong and detailed financial modelling with an ability to run scenario analysis. Our client will look for a candidate, with a strong educational and Degree background, coupled with an ability to display a working knowledge of either corporate finance or investment banking principles. The nature of the client and the client coverage, across this business unit, demands an ability to demonstrate both strong reporting capabilities along with a desire and potential to work within a client-focused position geared towards advisory and product specification.The interim nature of this role will require candidates whom are immediately available in the market and happy to commit to a short-term/temporary assignment.

    The Charterhouse brand and business was launched in Dubai and the Middle East in April 2004 by a team of international recruiters and management consultants, after its inception in Sydney, Australia in September 2003. Charterhouse Middle East is now positioned as the leading regional recruiter within its area of disciplines and functional markets.
    Charterhouse offers professional and bespoke contingency and retained search services to all sectors of the market. Service quality is guaranteed, thanks to a particular focus on flexibility. Charterhouse was the first international search and selection business to establish Dubai as its base. The growth in the Middle East region has been mirrored by Charterhouse globally, with offices now in Abu Dhabi, Qatar, Hong Kong, Singapore, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. More