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    Security Specialist -Threat Hunting | IBM Middle East

    Employment: Full Time

    IntroductionInformation and Data are some of the most important organizational assets in today’s businesses. As a Security Consultant, you will be a key advisor for IBM’s clients, analyzing business requirements to design and implement the best security solutions for their needs. You will apply your technical skills to find the balance between enabling and securing the client’s organization with the cognitive solutions that are making IBM the fastest growing enterprise security business in the world.Your Role and Responsibilities- Review, manage, issue Intelligence briefings and disseminate ad/hoc, regular, cyber threat intelligence reports based on 3rd party advisories and feeds to address identified and emerging threats.- Oversee and handle procedures and operations management, Utilize Kill Chain, and MITRE ATT&CK methodologies to identify where in the security apparatus to apply a customized rule to detect the attack- Identify and classify cyber threats facing the organization, map the adversary’s objective to which company assets that are likely to be targeted and translate which cyber threats are possible against the company’s environment and prioritize based on impact and likelihood- Conduct regular and ad hoc threat hunting activities utilizing the existing SIEM only- Oversee and handle Use Case Management life-cycle- Publish internal Situational Awareness alerts (i.e. non-actionable intelligence)

    Required Technical and Professional Expertise- Experience in Creating Target Operating Models (including activities, roles and responsibilities, and integrations with activities by other departments/vendors) for SOCs- Creating Security Incident Response Processes (including governance structures)- Prioritising attack categories and writing attack playbooks (all tailored towards an organisation)- Designing SIEM use cases- Creating dashboard reports tailored towards the audience (varying from board/management level to analysts)- Conduct workshops, presentations .About Business UnitIBM’s Cloud and Cognitive software business is committed to bringing the power of IBM’s Cloud and Watson/AI technologies to life for our clients and ecosystem partners around the world. IBM provides you with the most comprehensive and consistent approach to development, security and operations across hybrid environment ”with complete software solutions for business and IT operations, development, data science, security, and management. Our experts and software capabilities help organizations develop applications once and deploy them anywhere, integrate security across the breadth of their IT estate, and automate operations with management visibility. With IBM, you also have access to new skills and methods, governance and management approaches, and a deep ecosystem of industry experts and partners.Your Life at IBMWhat matters to you when you’re looking for your next career challenge?Maybe you want to get involved in work that really changes the world? What about somewhere with incredible and diverse career and development opportunities – where you can truly discover your passion? Are you looking for a culture of openness, collaboration and trust – where everyone has a voice? What about all of these? If so, then IBM could be your next career challenge. Join us, not to do something better, but to attempt things you never thought possible.Impact. Inclusion. Infinite Experiences. Do your best work ever.About IBMIBM’s greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that progress is made through progressive thinking, progressive leadership, progressive policy and progressive action. IBMers believe that the application of intelligence, reason and science can improve business, society and the human condition. Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are the largest technology and consulting employer in the world, with more than 380,000 IBMers serving clients in 170 countries.Being You at IBMIBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

    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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    Presales Architect | Unicom Gulf

    Employment: Full Time

    Job Duties :Responds to RFI/RFQ/RFP together with the Account Manager.Proactively scopes the technical solution required to address customer requirements and prepares statement of work and technical proposal.Assesses customer met and unmet needs and recommends optimum solution, ensuring appropriate support for the proposed solution.Provides demonstrations, presentations, and consultation for prospect clients.Shares with Account Manager assigned targets for profitable sales growth in assigned product line and/or market areas.Opportunistically pursues additional business development opportunities within customer firms, ensuring these opportunities are effectively covered and followed by the sales team.Participates in conferences shows and exhibitions when appropriate and requested.Monitors R&D/Customer Support for technical solutions proposed throughout the sales process, and alerts the sales and account teams to potential risks of deal closureUndertakes proof of concept challenges requiring technical analysis and customization, and qualifying the product/service fit.If required, monitors and follows up on each deal/project to ensure the final solution is delivered toward customer’s expectations and initial proposalsFollows and shares market technological needs and evolution with product managers.Provides training to customers when needed

    Job Requirements :Bachelor degree in Computer Science / Computer Engineering.4+ years of experience in Software Development/ Presales.Experience in writing technical proposals.Experience with at lease one of the following:BPM/ECMMicroservicesBanking and/or Government industriesStrong command of English speaking and writing.Strong presentation skills.

    “UNICOM” is a leading investment enterprise in the field of information technology and integrated telecommunication solutions, established in 2007 offers a wide range of complete end-to end solutions and services in the domain of Enterprise Mobility Solutions, NFC (Near-Filed-Communications) Solutions, Enterprise Software Solutions, System Integration & ICT Products, Unified Communication, Server & Storage Solutions, Information Security, Network Infrastructure, Backup and Disaster Recovery, Data warehousing, GIS & RFID Solutions, IT Products Supply & Service Management, IT Governance, Business Process Outsourcing, Enterprise Managed Services, HR Services, IT Distribution, IT Training and Media Solutions
    Unicom excel in BOT (Build, Operate and Transfer), Revenue-Sharing, and Public Private Partnership (PPP) Modules, we help our clients to plan, build, support and manage their infrastructure and solutions with the increasing pressure to reduce overheads, this allows our clients to focus on their own core business strategy, with peace of mind that their objectives will be met. Our goal is to always add value for our clients
    Unicom’s operations are spread across Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Jordan, Egypt, Sudan, China, USA and UAE with over 300+ employees following Global best practices and standard in delivering products and services to its customers. Unicom has the vision to be one of the most respected IT services companies’ globally. More

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    Senior software engineer ( Egyptian Only ) | Unicom Gulf

    Employment: Full Time

    Job DescriptionPlan, design and develop technical solutions and alternatives that meet business requirements inadherence with standards, processes, and best practices• Successfully lead projects and complex assignments with broad scope and long-term businessimplications• Lead day to day system development and maintenance activities of the technical team• Manage resolution for complex issues within functional area of expertise• Ability to work independently and self-directed

    Job RequirementsRequired Qualifications• 3-5 years software programming experience in mainstream programming languages• 3+ year of Node.js, Express, and Socket IO• Ability to delegate work and follow up on junior colleagues when required• Experience in developing cloud-based web services and ability to design for performance, reliabilityand scalability• Experience working in large-scale production deployments, performance tuning andtroubleshooting.• Experience in designing software architecture for high volume applications• Experience in designing, developing and maintaining APIs for web services• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or any related field• Solid foundation in software design and algorithms with strong analytical skills• NoSQL and SQL database experience ex. MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MSSQL, Cassandra• Knowledge of event stores and CQRS architecture.• Experience in Gulp, web pack, NPM, and others.Desired Qualifications• Experience in cloud deployments with AWS/Azure/GCP• Experience in data streaming and creating data pipelines with Kafka/Spark or similar• Open Source contributions• Good communication skills with both technical and non-technical audience• Internet of Things (IoT) interest or experience• Possess a sense of ownership and professional pride• Ability to work in fast paced environment• Ability to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously• Ability to work well in a distributed/remote team environment• Drive to be a self-starter and promote change when necessary

    “UNICOM” is a leading investment enterprise in the field of information technology and integrated telecommunication solutions, established in 2007 offers a wide range of complete end-to end solutions and services in the domain of Enterprise Mobility Solutions, NFC (Near-Filed-Communications) Solutions, Enterprise Software Solutions, System Integration & ICT Products, Unified Communication, Server & Storage Solutions, Information Security, Network Infrastructure, Backup and Disaster Recovery, Data warehousing, GIS & RFID Solutions, IT Products Supply & Service Management, IT Governance, Business Process Outsourcing, Enterprise Managed Services, HR Services, IT Distribution, IT Training and Media Solutions
    Unicom excel in BOT (Build, Operate and Transfer), Revenue-Sharing, and Public Private Partnership (PPP) Modules, we help our clients to plan, build, support and manage their infrastructure and solutions with the increasing pressure to reduce overheads, this allows our clients to focus on their own core business strategy, with peace of mind that their objectives will be met. Our goal is to always add value for our clients
    Unicom’s operations are spread across Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Jordan, Egypt, Sudan, China, USA and UAE with over 300+ employees following Global best practices and standard in delivering products and services to its customers. Unicom has the vision to be one of the most respected IT services companies’ globally. More

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    SAP Developer | SAP Middle East & North Africa

    Employment: Full Time

    Work Area: Customer Service and SupportExpected Travel: 0 – 10%Career Status: ProfessionalEmployment Type: Regular Full TimeCOMPANY DESCRIPTIONSAP started in 1972 as a team of five colleagues with a desire to do something new. Together, they changed enterprise software and reinvented how business was done. Today, as a market leader in enterprise application software, we remain true to our roots. That’s why we engineer solutions to fuel innovation, foster equality and spread opportunity for our employees and customers across borders and cultures.SAP values the entrepreneurial spirit, fostering creativity and building lasting relationships with our employees. We know that a diverse and inclusive workforce keeps us competitive and provides opportunities for all. We believe that together we can transform industries, grow economics, lift up societies and sustain our environment. Because it’s the best-run businesses that make the world run better and improve people’s lives.PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVESDigital Business Services support our customers in their digital transformation. We sustain the adoption of SAP software and ensure that our customers can successfully plan, implement, integrate and operate their software, including continuous improvement, quality management, problem solving and knowledge transfer.EXPECTATION AND TASKSYour role involves delivery of technical and application services within customer engagements. You need good SAP development Software capabilities, and you are a decent problem solver with the ability to communicate effectively in an international environment. According to your experience, strengths and customer needs, you will conduct some of the following tasks:- Be actively involved in the preparation, conception, realization, and Go Live of customer implementation projects- Demonstrate the ability to plan, run, and manage blueprint workshops/meetings with internal and external clients- Assisting in defining the scope of a project/opportunities, estimating efforts and project timelines- Analyze business processes including root cause analysis and technical performance optimization- Experience in developing, implementing, customizing, integrating and testing- Ability to understand business solution processes and requirements.

    MANDATORY SKILLS- At least 6 years of experience with SAP ABAP implementations or support experience- A minimum of 3 full implementation.- Excellent technical understanding in SAP ABAP and SAP ABAP OO.- Excellent knowledge in Core Data Services (CDS Views), BOPF, OData and SAP Fiori Elements.- Good knowledge about the SAP Integration technology and B2B interfaces.- Understanding of SAP Cloud Platform Integration (CPI) or SAP PI/PO- Experience in Performing complex ABAP programming, testing and debugging functions related to the implementation of SAP modules.- Experienced in all aspects of SAP Implementation process: Business process analysis, System configuration, Testing, Documentation, End-user training, and Production support.- Ability to drill down into technical issues and solve complex and detailed problems.- Ability to deliver clear, concise presentations and present complex information in a clear and precise manner.- Willingness and ability to travel to customers and work abroad.- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Arabic.PREFERABLE SKILLS- SAP Business Objects.- SAP BW.- Functional experience in SAP modules like FI, CO, SD, MM, PP, WM, HR, … etc.WHAT YOU GET FROM USSuccess is what you make it. At SAP, we help you make it your own. A career at SAP can open many doors for you. If you’re searching for a company that’s dedicated to your ideas and individual growth, recognizes you for your unique contributions, fills you with a strong sense of purpose, and provides a fun, flexible and inclusive work environment – apply now .SAP’S DIVERSITY COMMITMENTTo harness the power of innovation, SAP invests in the development of its diverse employees. We aspire to leverage the qualities and appreciate the unique competencies that each person brings to the company. SAP is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities.

    Headquartered in Walldorf, Germany, SAP is the world’s largest business software company with more than 51,500 employees at sales and development locations in more than 50 countries worldwide.
    Our global development approach focuses on distributing development across the world in strategically important markets. A global network of SAP Labs spanning Bulgaria, Canada, China, Germany, Hungary, India, Israel, and the United States, enables SAP to operate locally, yet organize globally.
    As the global technology research unit of SAP, SAP Research significantly contributes to SAP’s product portfolio and extends SAP’s leading position by identifying and shaping emerging IT trends through applied research and corporate venturing. SAP Research has highly skilled teams in 11 research centers worldwide. More

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    Senior Transport Compliance Associate | Amazon.ae

    Employment: Full Time

    DESCRIPTIONBe part of AmazonAnd build the future with us. We master our customer understanding every day. Whatever our customers want, we find the means to deliver it. You are welcome to join Amazon and enjoy helping people to discover new worlds.As a Senior Compliance Associate, you willGet multiple opportunities that will develop your functional expertise and offer the autonomy to make decisions, implement ideas, and measure results. We firmly believe in learning on the job, and from day one you will be on a fast track to becoming an industry expert.Your job responsibilities as a Compliance Associate may include- Review products to ensure regulatory compliance on all products that are made available for sale on Amazon from all sources- Write rules to identify and action dangerous, prohibited, restricted/regulated and non-compliant products- Reinstating products when the seller alters the information- Audit the Amazon website and identify the dangerous, prohibited, restricted/regulated and non-compliant products- Identify and remove from the website products that don’t satisfy Amazon’s regulatory or safety obligationsIn addition to the core responsibilities listed above, you will be expected to take on a larger organizational role. These can include tasks such as:- Identifying improvement opportunities.- Training and mentoring other Associates;- Creation and maintenance of SOPs and owns process updates- Analyzing quality and process issues and recommending corrective actions;- Flagging any updates received from stakeholders on process to Lead/Manager;

    BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 2+ years of experience in compliance or BPO, transportation risk, logistics or shipping.- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience.- Flawless command of both Arabic & English Language, written and verbal.- Currently eligible to work in JordanPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- 3+ years of Experience in Transport Risk compliance, regulatory compliance management with government agencies, Ecommerce or Retail industry- Bachelor’s degree in industrial or mechanical engineering.- Advanced computer skills, especially MS Excel or basic SQL.- Knowledge of dangerous goods or consumer product safety regulations- Fluent in a third language: French, Spanish or Turkish.

    Amazon.ae, formerly Souq.com, is an English-Arabic language e-commerce platform, owned by Amazon, Inc. It is the largest e-commerce platform in the Arab world. On March 28, 2017, Amazon.com Inc. confirmed it would be acquiring Souq.com for $580 million. On May 1, 2019, Souq.com became known as Amazon.ae. More

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    Business Intelligence (BI) Consultant – Defense | IBM Middle East

    Employment: Full Time

    IntroductionAt IBM, we know that transformation drives change, and it is in our DNA to continuously transform. Our Business Transformation Consultants help drive large scale change that spans IBM business units and geographies. As a part of this team, you will have the unique opportunity to be a part of driving IBM’s ongoing transformation as a company that continuously innovates and leads the market.Your Role and ResponsibilitiesThe Business Intelligence Consultant is an innovative, results driven professional that executes continuous improvement through data-driven actions.Major Duties and Responsibilities- New reporting development to inform business reviews, deep dive analyzer tools.- Engage with stake holders to identify business KPIs with the correct tools/mechanisms to record them and present actionable insights through reposts and dashboards- Define, review and maintain Business intelligence/ Analytic programs for compliance with best practices, industry standards.- Develop in-depth understanding of underlying data, data structures and business uses.- Support project plans around reporting and analytics tools, information dashboards, data visualizations, data modelling and other end-user information portals or resources- Implement, collect and analyze of users data from different digital source.- Responsible for data integration management between core business applications and data marts etc.

    Required Technical and Professional Expertise- Minimum 7 years of experience in performing quantitative analysis, data warehouse and Oracle BI application development.- Strong experience in Data analysis, understand business processes, logical data models, Optimizing complex SQL queries.- Minimum 7 years experience in developing enterprise-scale BI tools/reports and dashboards and preferably in Oracle BI stack- Previous experience in defense industryPreferred Technical and Professional Expertise- Defense Industry backgroundAbout Business UnitIBM Services is a team of business, strategy and technology consultants that design, build, and run foundational systems and services that is the backbone of the world’s economy. IBM Services partners with the world’s leading companies in over 170 countries to build smarter businesses by reimagining and reinventing through technology, with its outcome-focused methodologies, industry-leading portfolio and world class research and operations expertise leading to results-driven innovation and enduring excellence.Your Life at IBMWhat matters to you when you’re looking for your next career challenge?Maybe you want to get involved in work that really changes the world? What about somewhere with incredible and diverse career and development opportunities – where you can truly discover your passion? Are you looking for a culture of openness, collaboration and trust – where everyone has a voice? What about all of these? If so, then IBM could be your next career challenge. Join us, not to do something better, but to attempt things you never thought possible.Impact. Inclusion. Infinite Experiences. Do your best work ever.About IBMIBM’s greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that progress is made through progressive thinking, progressive leadership, progressive policy and progressive action. IBMers believe that the application of intelligence, reason and science can improve business, society and the human condition. Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are the largest technology and consulting employer in the world, with more than 380,000 IBMers serving clients in 170 countries.Being You at IBMIBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

    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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    Finance Consultant | A Leading Technology Management Consultancy in the UAE

    Employment: Full Time

    Objective:• To lead the acquisition of new projects including lead generation, proposal development, and sales pitches• To help grow Detecon’s external business while working in a challenging environmentResponsibilities:• You will work on various client projects across MEA (Middle East and Africa) and Turkey• You will consult our clients from different industries on their business challenges and technological developments

    Educational Background:• Master’s Degree in Finance, Engineering or Information Technology (preferred)Skills:• Leadership mindset with eagerness to grow the business and go the extra mile• Strong presentation and development skill set• Clear and concise communicators both verbally and in writing• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate the team• Strategic knowledge combined with the ability to dive deep if required• Logical approach to problem solving, testing hypotheses and drawing relevant conclusions• Expert in business case creation and financial analysis, including KPIs such as NPV, IRR, ROI, Payback periods, etc.• Strong analytical skills on assessing financial returns, Capex & Opex impact on cash forecasts & trackingRequired Experiences:• Previous consulting or telecom industry experience• Experience in the development of Capex/ Opex budgets and analysis of budget requests• Technology background with strong exposure in Finance

    A leading technology management consultancy in the UAE. More

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    Senior Executive Assistant – Saudi National | Ernst & Young

    Employment: Full Time

    As part of our Core Business Services (CBS) team and you will support the important business enablement functions that keep our organization running strong. As a CBS professional, you will work across teams to provide the knowledge, resources and tools that help EY deliver exceptional quality service to our clients, win in the marketplace and support EY’s growth and profitability.You 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 of 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. Sound interesting? Well this is just the beginning. Because whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.The OpportunityAs an executive assistant, you’ll develop your skills by providing support services to some of MENA’s largest organizations. Your experience in business communication will help you to build effective relationships with important stakeholders and senior leaders. You’ll have autonomy and clear responsibilities, working in our friendly, collaborative environment. Your talents will be respected and you’ll be supported in developing the career path you choose.Your key responsibilities- Provide high level support to a small group of Partners and Executives- Organise and manage comprehensive diaries, travel and accommodation- Screening emails, responding and/or actioning as required- Prepare expense claims and timesheets on a weekly basis- Screen phone calls and messages, and follow-up actions, referring to the relevant team member when appropriate- Prepare and revise documents including presentations, emails, reports, agendas and papers- Coordinate client events, internal and external, as required within MENA- Leadership and people development- Counsel, coach or mentor others in the secretarial community- Identify opportunities to improve work efficiency and effectiveness

    Skills and attributes for success- The demonstrated ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills- Intermediate in the use of Microsoft Office suites- Excellent attention to detail and ability to multi-task- Strong communication skills including telephone manner and interpersonal skills- A strong team member with an ability to work across multiple teams- Experience in a professional services environment is highly regarded.To qualify for the role you must have- A minimum of 4-5 years previous EA experience, supporting multiple executives in a corporate environmentIdeally, you’ll also have- Prior working experience in global professional services organization or mid-tier firms will be highly advantageousWhat we look forHighly 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 working at EY offers- Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around- Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career- The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for youAbout EYAs a global leader in assurance, tax, strategy, transaction and consulting services, we hire and develop the most passionate people in their field to help build a better working world. This starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. So that 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.The preferred applicant will be subject to employment screening by Ernst & Young or by their external third part provider.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