technical and strategic advisory services to government entities to help them
build their data asset registers and implement classification policies.
guidelines and toolkits to enable government employees to classify data
independently and efficiently.
the level of compliance of government entities with national data
classification policies and submit periodic performance reports to
decision-makers.
national initiatives to assess cybersecurity risks resulting from improper
classification of sensitive data at the state level.
alignment of different entities policies with national data protection and
privacy legislation, and identify data sovereignty requirements.
global technical solutions in data classification and provide recommendations
to government entities on the best tools suited to the national infrastructure.
national workshops and conferences to transfer knowledge and discuss challenges
faced by institutions in implementing data classification projects.
The contract duration is 12 months, with the possibility of extension
based on departmental requirements.
Requirements
Required
Academic Degree
degree in (Information Security, Computer Science, or Management Information
Systems).
preferred: Master's or PhD in (Data Governance or Public Cybersecurity Policy).
Required
Training Certificates (If required)
(Certified Data Management Professional) – Advanced level
(Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT)
compliance certifications such as CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor)
27001 Lead Auditor / Implementer
Required
Years of Experience
years of experience in data governance and security.
include at least 4 years working on regulatory frameworks, national policies,
or consulting for major government institutions.
Required
Language Proficiency
Optional
Required
Arabic preferred but not mandatory
Other
Required Qualifications
background: Deep understanding of local data and privacy laws and national
cybersecurity standards.
skills: Strong ability to influence and negotiate with senior leadership across
government entities.
vision: Ability to link data classification to national priorities such as
digital transformation, data economy, and digital sovereignty.
excellence: Familiarity with government excellence standards and quality models
(e.g., EFQM) to ensure world-class advisory services.
