Job Title: Senior IT Security Consultant / Officer
Engagement Type: 2-Month Contract
Location: Qatar
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced
Senior IT Security Consultant / Officer for a short-term 2-month engagement to support cybersecurity governance, compliance alignment, and operational security enhancement within a governmental environment.
The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in cybersecurity operations, GRC implementation, regulatory compliance (NCSA standards), and hands-on technical security capabilities including SOC coordination, penetration testing, and incident response.
Key Qualifications & Experience- 1014 years of experience in Cybersecurity
- 810 years of experience in Information Technology and Networks
- 24 years of experience implementing NCSA standards within a governmental entity
- 24 years of experience in Information Security / Cybersecurity operational roles
- 35 years of experience in Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC)
- Proven experience with:
- ISO/IEC 27000
- ISO 22301
- Qatar Cybersecurity Framework
- National Information Assurance
- Expertise in:
- SOC monitoring & analysis
- Penetration Testing
- Endpoint security analysis
- Incident response & root cause analysis
- Fluency in English and Arabic
- Valid Driving License (Mandatory)
Required Certifications
- Cisco Certified Network Associate
- ISC2 Cybersecurity Certification (e.g., CISSP, SSCP, etc.)
- VMware Data Center Virtualization
- Certified Ethical Hacker
- ISO 27001 Lead Auditor (Preferred)
Key Responsibilities
- Implement and manage Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) processes to ensure regulatory alignment.
- Lead compliance alignment with ISO 27000 series, ISO 22301, QCSF, and NIA requirements.
- Conduct penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities across organizational systems.
- Lead cybersecurity incident response efforts, ensuring rapid containment and recovery.
- Perform root cause analysis of security incidents and implement corrective actions.
- Collaborate with SOC teams to enhance monitoring, detection, and incident management capabilities.
- Review, update, and strengthen cybersecurity policies, procedures, and standards.
- Support audit readiness, documentation, and regulatory reporting activities.
Skills: ncsa standards,ethical hacker,cybersecurity,grc,cissp,nia requirements,soc monitoring,analysis,iso 22301,sscp,qcsf
