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    Security Senior Managing DevSecOps Consultant | IBM Middle East

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Introduction Information 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 The Senior Managing DevSecOps Consultant in the IBM Europe, Middle-East and Africa Data and Application Security (DAS) Services practice is a senior advisor that can speak to the security landscape and have the ability to communicate effectively with senior members of client management and/or executive teams. The Senior Managing DevSecOps Consultant will assist in pre-sales, sales, closure, and then participate in the delivery of security consulting services with local teams. In addition, Senior Managing DevSecOps Consultants expected to provide governance and technical oversight on transformation programs and projects.The consultant should have a depth of knowledge and experience in DevSecOps and Application Security, as well as Cloud Security Solutions. The consultant should be able to speak to the breadth of the security landscape as well.Core Consulting Skills: – Demonstrated effective communication and presentation skills – Effective written skills – Ability to drive pursuits and engage in complex deals, matching outcomes to expectations – Ability to comfortably work in project-based / client-serving models – Ability to lead and shape client expectations – Ability to research and develop new security offerings – Ability to work easily with diverse and dynamic teams – Ability to work in a matrix management mode Depth of knowledge in one or more of the DevSecOps domains: – Working with SAST, DAST, Container Security and/or Penetration Testing Tools – Working in an Agile development environment, with an end-to-end understanding of the SDLC – Hands-on experience with DevOps CI/CD tools – Understanding of threat modelling and attack surface analysis methods and tools

    Required Technical and Professional Expertise:- Completion of at least 2 full project life cycle implementations of DevSecOps – At least 5 years of DevSecOps hands-on experience – At least 5 years of consulting experience in a professional services organization – At least 3 year of experience working on deployments to cloud Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise:- Experience with at least 3 full project life cycle implementations of DevSecOps – At least 6 years of DevSecOps hands-on experience – At least 6 years of consulting experience in a professional services organization – At least 5 year of experience working on deployments to cloud

    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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    Specialist, Inventory Control & Optimization | Ooredoo Group

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Specialist, Inventory Control & Optimization / Phono Subsidiary of Ooredoo KuwaitThe Company: Ooredoo is an organization on the move. Thanks to our dedicated employees, we continue to move closer towards our vision to be among the top 20 telecommunications companies in the world by 2020.We are a dynamic global telecommunications player operating in 17 countries across the Middle East, North Africa (MENA) and Asia. We cover a population of more than half a billion people and serve more than 68 million customers.In Kuwait, we employ approximately 1,000 talented people, all of whom are driving Ooredoo to be the number one choice for world-class communications services in Kuwait. In the face of intensifying competition, increasingly sophisticated technology and rising customer expectations, nothing is more important to our success than our team – and it’s a team that you can be part of.Ooredoo’s future is bright, and you can be part of our ongoing success.The Role: – Responsible to manage a robust sales order & logistics management for products, devices & merchandising items. Key Accountabilities and Activities: – Manage efficient sales orders management for tradable inventory. – Provide forecast short term and long term for stock requirement based on market intelligence and analysing trends, collate forecast from all channels, align with marketing forecast. – Responsible to ensure that all channels and sales touch points have optimum stock of items that are relevant to that location. – Responsible for overall management of all PRs and related payments. – Ensure that all inventory policies are adhered to by all staff in the Sales Division . – Provide smart delivery schedule for different inventory items to ensure minimum aging of stock. – Co-ordinate with P&L, Finance, Vendors to fulfil pre and post purchase activities. – Manage an optimum stock in the Sales Stores and conduct regular audits to produce reconciliation report for sales management. – Manage the product wise pre-activation schedule by co-ordinating with other departments. – Co-ordinate with Finance and Technology for creation of new items and locations. – Liaise with Store Managers to gather stock audit status and produce reconciliation reports for sales management. – Responsible to manage an effective consignment stock process and rotation of stock – Responsible for Consignment stock ordering, allocation, returns – Responsible for controlling of ageing stocks and returns. – Manage stock levels of Marketing collaterals across sales channels and other touch points – Collaborate with point of sale outlets and Sales Managers and support marketing / promotional events – Coordinate with in-store staff, in order to manage and monitor the display appearance. – Forecast collateral requirements and co-ordinate with Marketing to ensure timely delivery of collaterals Manage efficient After Sales support for devices and Manage the After sales process – Support Helpdesk for the devices/Sims replacements and report the same to the manager regularly. – Maintain the Warranty pool stocks in order to support the devices after sales service. – Co-ordinate with vendor and P&L for the devices warranty replacements and support cycle. – Maintain the Warranty pool stocks in order to support the Went after sales service. – Sales Returns for refund and faulty devices – Provide efficient and quality after sales support to support the all channels. – Produce reconciliation reports for sales management. To prepare all necessary MIS reports from various systems. – Process the Employee services such as internal/employee lines, Mobile benefits etc.; – Issue of Testing Materials for various Testing across organizations – Meet and discuss the activation techniques in terms of new Rataplan’s and services. – Keep a track of all temporary lines by the coordination of BI reports. – Follow-up with departments for the temporary Lines deactivation or extension. – Coordinate with RA and departments for the Quarterly Test lines waivers and bulk disconnection. – Assist in returns of used device and liquidate thru employee promotions.

    Qualifications: – Bachelor Degree in Business or science Other Information: – Sales or merchandising experience in a related industry. – Fluent verbal/written communication in both Arabic and English. – Ability to operate in a diverse multicultural, multinational work environment, exhibiting appropriate sensitivities – MS Office – General knowledge of telecommunications products and services – Good command of using operational systems like BSCS, RAS, Oracle, Flash and SQL.

    We are a leading international communications company delivering mobile, fixed, broadband internet, and corporate managed services tailored to the needs of consumers and businesses across markets in the Middle East, North Africa and Southeast Asia. As a community-focused company, we are guided by our vision of enriching peoples lives and our belief that we can stimulate human growth by leveraging communications to help people achieve their full potential.

    Formerly known as Qtel Group, we have a customer base of 92.9 million and reported revenues of USD 9.3 billion in 2012. More

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    Travel Support – Hotel Bookings Associate (3 Months Fixed Term) | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Office Management – Travel Support – Hotel Bookings Associate (3 Months Fixed Term)Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismIFS – Internal Firm Services – OtherManagement LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryThe Travel Support Team sits within the Operations team and is responsible for the implementation/administration of travel activities. The Travel Support Team is responsible for setting, monitoring and continuously improving the firm’s transportation processes but predominantly focusing on the day to day hotel bookings for transient and project travellers.The Travel Support manages all day to day activities around visa requirements and hotel reservations.Financial- Supports day to day activities in light of the travel expense and travel approval principles, ensuring accurate reflection within the Travel Management System for all staff – Drives and supports a culture of long-term saving on travel costs – Tracking and upwards reporting of all savings made within the hotel travel team  – Works with Travel Operations and Procurement Leads to drive cost efficiencies in processes – Ensures payments are made for all hotel bookings in accordance with the firm’s travel requirements and accurately billed to PwC legal entities Customer- Responsible for day to day booking and delivery of hotel and visa activities including online and offline and out of policy bookings and approvals  – Provides first level response on hotel queries and escalates complex requests to the Travel Operations Lead  – Monitors external service provision by vendors and flags service issues to the Travel Operations Lead as appropriate – Completes reviews and audits  rates displayed within the firm’s online booking system (KDS) and highlights errors or anomalies to the Travel Operations Lead as appropriate – Works flexibility to accommodate peak times of travel e.g. busy season and graduate induction travel times  Internal Process- Support reviews and recommendations to optimise travel spend including: – Hotel pricing alignment with market  – Travel patterns – Additional tasks as assigned by Travel Operations or Hotel Project Lead – Promotes and enforces compliance of the firm’s travel booking processes and procedures Learning & Growth- Adhere to policies and procedures  – Act as a key resource and liaison to other functional areas of the business, building cross-functional relationships as needed

    Education- Bachelor’s Degree Language- Fluency in English required, proficiency in Arabic is an advantage Overall Experience- 3+ years of overall experience Specific Experience- Experience in travel management agency and/or call center Knowledge and Skills- Strong customer service orientation – Organisation, thoroughness, eye for detail, time management skills and proactivity – Strong verbal and written communication skills – Good knowledge in computer skills and managing databases – Ethical Conduct Travel Requirements0%Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?NoGovernment Clearance Required?No

    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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    IT Associate (6 Months Fixed Term) | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    IT Associate (6 Months Fixed Term) – KSALine of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismIFS – Information Technology (IT)Management LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryOur Firm:Established in the region for 40 years, PwC has more than 6,000 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.We have an unparalleled range of expert capabilities from Strategy, through Advisory and Consulting to Legal, Tax and Assurance Services, underpinned by the standout digital platform in the region.Our Mission:One Firm : Transforming our region.Our purpose is to build trust in society and solve important problems.In an increasingly complex world, we help intricate systems function, adapt and evolve so they can benefit communities and society – whether they are capital markets, tax systems or the economic systems within which business and society exist. We help our clients to make informed decisions and operate effectively within themOur Values:Creating value through diversity. Be yourself. Be different.At PwC, we respect and value differences. We know that when people from different backgrounds and with different points of view work together, we create the most value – for our clients, our people and society.As part of our commitment to individuality we are pleased to hear from candidates from diverse backgrounds, with a mixture of skills, capabilities and experience from the below Job Description.Essential Responsibilities In this role, the successful candidate will: – Create an innovative Technology focussed environment where customer satisfaction is primary. – Deliver a daily service providing a focal point for customer interaction and support for all hardware and software issues including [but not limited to] client, mobility, wireless, printing, connectivity, applications. – Maintain/resolve all open incidents/tasks within ticket queue in a timely manner. – Partner with other IT teams on new technology introduction projects to ensure the site is prepared to deploy, educate and support the new solutions. – Ensure all business policies and standards around security and compliance are being met by the Tech Lounge service. – Analyse Tech Lounge performance data and adapt service to better meet business requirements. – Be a resource and guidance for customers with regard to technology use, PwC working policies and procedures. – Establish strong, open working relationships with customers at all levels. – Proactively anticipate, identify and resolve problems, applying knowledge in complex, difficult or stressful situations. – Effectively communicate and share technical information to audiences at all levels of the organization. – Drive a culture of change and innovation

    Requirements – Experience leading a team within a working retail/service environment – Excellent customer service skills – High levels of energy and self-motivation – Enthusiastic around technology and innovation – Effective problem identification and solutions skills – Ability to lead from the front and drive a culture of change – Strong team player and collaborator – Fluent in written and spoken English – Open to travel: 50% within country and 25% outside KSA, for business and training Desired Characteristics – Experience in delivering a technical support service – Technical expertise [Windows, Apple Mac, Mobile] – Experience working in a global organisation – Proven analytical skills Travel RequirementsUp to 60%Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?YesGovernment Clearance Required?No

    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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    IFS – IT Support Associate (12 Months Fixed) | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    IFS – IT Support Associate (12 Months Fixed) – JerusalemLine of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismIFS – Information Technology (IT)Management LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryA career in Information Technology, within Internal Firm Services, will provide you with the opportunity to support our core business functions by deploying applications that enable our people to work more efficiently and deliver the highest levels of service to our clients. You’ll focus on managing the design and implementation of technology infrastructure within PwC, developing and enhancing both client and internal facing applications within PwC, and providing technology tools that help create a competitive advantage for the Firm to drive strategic business growth.Our Operations Support team monitors the overall quality of our service. As a part of the team, you’ll be the primary contact for ensuring the quality of our services is maintained while also considering better ways to provide the same service in a more cost efficient manner and keeping customer satisfaction with our services high.To provide IT services for Local Business staff and partners in both offices (Jerusalem andRamallah)Help in some areas in the IT Support in PwC ME offices.Reporting structureMain reporting will be to the local IT Country Lead, and the IT Lead will be in communications with the Cluster lead.

    Requirements – (Qualifications)The jobholder would typically be degree qualified (eg. to Bachelors degree level) in a Computer Science, Software, Networking and hardware, experience would have been demonstrated (not necessarily in a work environment):- Ability to work with a team- Previous experience of having worked in a team- A strict attention to detail- Confidence when dealing with senior individuals- Commitment to presenting highest quality work and contributing to team successResponsibilities – Following on the Local IT calls- Following on the servers backup- Prepare a new laptop for the new joiners- Maintain the IT asset count for Palestine offices- Support the Local Application in both offices- Follow on the Tickets on the Service Now related to his area and knowledge- Following on the Multifunction machines and printers to keep the business running- Help the Cluster IT members and followTravel Requirements0%Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?NoGovernment Clearance Required?No

    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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    Java Engineer | Adecco

    Employment:

    Temporary

    Java Engineers- Expo 2020Profession Business Supporting roleTravel 10-25%We’re hiring software engineers to write code (in JAVA code mainly) for and deploy Terminus’ robot software. This individual should have experience working with hardware, is well as have an ability to communicate with customers. Part of this role will involve explaining our technical software capabilities of our robots to clients and helping with onsite field testing.Responsibilities• Designing, implementing, and maintaining Java applications that are often high volume and low-latency, required for mission-critical systems.• Delivering high availability and performance• Contributing to all phases of the development lifecycle• Writing well-designed, efficient, and testable code• Conducting software analysis, programming, testing, and debugging• Managing Java and Java EE application development• Ensuring designs comply with specifications.• Preparing and producing releases of software components• Transforming requirements into stipulations• Support continuous improvement.• Investigating alternatives and technologies• Presenting for architectural review• Maintain active systems and identify opportunities for efficacy within the current software platform.

    Key Qualifications• B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.• 3+ years of professional hands-on software development experience, particularly in Java, would augment a candidacy.• Well versed in one or many of the following standard or enterprise skills including Enterprise Java Bean (EJB), J2EE framework, XML, Xquery, XSL, Linux/Unix Windows Platform and Solaris, Oracle database SQL and JDBC, Java XML Parsing, Coding, Java-based Web services, and Java Servlet Technology etc.• Be familiar with the following tasks: Conceptualize Vendor Management strategy• Develop selection criteria and processes• Prepare an RFQ questionnaire and other bid documents• Evaluate offers and negotiate with vendors, Select vendors and maintain relationships• Employ a strategy for vendor accountability, which will be plus value and request for a senior developer role.• Knowledge of professional software engineering and best practices for the full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations.• Experience in development of distributed/scalable systems and high-volume transaction applications.• 1+ years developing AI/robotics software is a plus.• Fluency in English.

    About the Adecco Group

    The Adecco Group, based in Zurich, Switzerland, is the world’s leading provider of workforce solutions. With more than 33,000 FTE employees and around 5,100 branches in 60 countries and territories around the world, the Adecco Group offers a wide variety of services, connecting approximately 700,000 associates with our clients every day. The services offered fall into the broad categories of temporary staffing, permanent placement, career transition and talent development, as well as outsourcing and consulting. The Adecco Group is a Fortune Global 500 company. More

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    Cloud Value Rep – Oracle Cloud Infrastructure CMUT SaudiTech | Oracle

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Sells a subset of product or services directly or via partners to a large number of named accounts/non-named accounts/geographical territory (mainly Tier 3 accounts).Primary job duty is to sell technology software products and related services in a defined territory. Identifies, qualifies and closes new opportunities. Manages accounts including the entire sales process from business development prospecting and specifications through contract negotiations, signing, and post-sales support. Leverages the Oracle sales model to maximize revenue growth and increase local market share. Builds and expands business partner revenue and self sufficiency.Job duties are varied and complex, needing independent judgment. May have project lead role.

    5 years field sales experience including technology sales experience. Ability to forecast, manage sales expenses, and successfully close new Oracle business. Business development, prospecting and presentation skills. Excellent communication skills and problem solving ability. Proven track record of exceeding sales objective and territory/account development. Experience as the focal point for clients for all sales and related issues. Oracle knowledge and/or knowledge of Oracle*s competitors. Travel may be needed. Bachelor degree or equivalent.As part of Oracle’s employment process candidates will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment screening process. This will involve identity and employment verification, professional references, education verification and professional qualifications and memberships (if applicable).

    Oracle offers an integrated array of applications, databases, servers, storage, and cloud technologies to empower modern business. For most companies, flexibility is critical. Oracle provides a wide choice of software, systems, and cloud deployment models – including public, on-premises, and hybrid clouds – to ensure that technology flexes to the unique needs of a business.

    Oracle Cloud is a complete, integrated stack of platform, infrastructure, and application services. With advanced scalability and security, Oracle Cloud enables technical agility across the enterprise, connects people to information for clearer insights, and fosters efficiency through simplified workflows.

    More than 420,000 customers across 145 countries have harnessed Oracle technology to accelerate their digital transformation. More

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    3rd Line Technical Support Engineer | Ignite Search & Selection

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Our client is a Global Online Trading Platform looking for an experienced 3rd Line Technical Engineer with 5+ years of experience.Reporting to the Production Manager, the role is to assist their in-house staff across the Asia region with 1st/2nd/3rd line technical support issues. The position requires you to support infrastructure installation, hardware refreshes while delivering cloud-based projects. The Successful candidate must also have experience with PHP Scripting and Coding.

    This role requires the successful candidate to have:- 5+ Years experience within Finance or Ecommerce Industry -Knowledge of trading platforms & Systems -CRM Experience -Understanding of payment systems and processes -Experienced in PHP Scripting and Coding

    Ignite Search & Selection is a leading Recruitment Agency in the Middle East. Ignite’s team of specialist recruiters now works across a range of sectors including Legal, Digital/Technology, Retail/FMCG, Construction and Engineering.

    We pride ourselves on given both clients and candidates expert market knowledge in our chosen sectors. We value getting a detailed understanding of our clients and candidates expectations to find the perfect fit for all parties. More