Job Description

A leading global consulting and technology services organization supporting clients in developing robust data management, privacy, and security capabilities. They are seeking a Data Management Consultant - Data Privacy & Security to contribute to enterprise data initiatives and ensure alignment with global regulatory and security standards.
Responsibilities:

• Drive data strategy & transformation programs, including data maturity assessments, gap analysis, and roadmap creation.
• Define future-state recommendations and target operating models for data protection.
• Develop and implement data privacy policies aligned with regulations such as GDPR, CCPA, PDPA.
• Conduct Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) and advise on data handling practices.
• Ensure proper consent management and data subject rights processes.
• Design and enforce security controls for data at rest, in transit, and in use.
• Collaborate with IT security teams to implement encryption, masking, and anonymization techniques.
• Monitor and mitigate data security risks, including breaches and unauthorized access.
• Establish data governance frameworks integrating privacy and security principles.
• Perform risk assessments and recommend remediation strategies.
• Maintain compliance documentation and audit readiness.
• Work with legal, compliance, and technology teams to align data protection strategies.
• Provide training and awareness programs on data privacy and security best practices.
• Utilize tools for data discovery, classification, and protection.
• Familiarity with cloud security and identity & access management (IAM) solutions.

Qualifications & Skills:

• CDMP, CIPP/E, CIPM, and CISSP certifications are preferred.
• Strong stakeholder management capabilities.
• Skilled in managing client workshops and facilitating discussions.
• Ability to deliver impactful presentations.
• Arabic language proficiency preferred (English mandatory).

Halian Group:
With over 28 years of experience, we have come to understand that innovation is the only way to provide agile, practical solutions that transform businesses and careers.
Our resourcing and smart services help you to realize tomorrow's potential. Discover the amazing things possible when you bring the right people and the right technologies together.
At Halian, we recognize that diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are essential to building high-performing teams for our clients. We are committed to connecting organizations with top talent from all backgrounds, ensuring that every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them unique. By fostering diverse and inclusive workplaces, we help our clients drive innovation, enhance collaboration, and better reflect the communities they serve.
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